Rachael C. Territo, Nurse Practitioner, Opens Office in Ellicottville
Rachael C. Territo, Nurse Practitioner, Opens Office in Ellicottville with Focus on Medical Cosmetics & Weight Loss
I have two of the greatest jobs in the entire world! I am a mom of two boys and a nurse practitioner. My fiancé and I have a 10-year-old, Trent, and a 3-year-old, Tucker. We currently reside in Franklinville, NY and have lived here most of my life. Growing up my mother and aunt were both in the medical field which inspired myself and my sisters to also pursue this direction, eventually. Initially, I attended college for Forensic Science and at the same time was employed at a Sleep Lab running sleep studies. Being a sleep tech was fascinating at 18-years-old. It ended up being my passion for 12 years before moving on to the next chapter in my life.
Growing up in Franklinville most definitely had its perks and pitfalls. Being in the middle of nowhere as a child may have been isolating to some, but for myself and my sisters we took full advantage of the equine life. Franklinville is a town that is supported by the horse community and a little girl’s dream! I was able to show horses competitively from the age of 9 until 21. Showing competitively made me driven and made me learn responsibility. This was the foundation for my competitive and persevering nature.
After my eldest son was born, I knew I was destined to do more with my life. Medical school was out of the question for me because I was not willing to sacrifice that much time away from my new family, so I decided to go for nursing. I was very conflicted with my decision because there were so many nurses that I had met working in different hospitals that were just miserable, but a few that were amazing. Ultimately, the negative interactions are what drove me to what I am today. I wanted to be that positive change that would inspire others.
At the age of 24, I started at Trocaire College for my RN degree and never looked back! It was NEVER easy, but wow was it worth it. I worked full-time nights, attended school full-time, and had a family. After my associates degree was finished, I kept going for my BSN at Daemen College which took 1.5 years. Then, I landed at D’Youville College for my master’s degree and upon graduation my fiancé and I were expecting our 2nd son. There is no way I would be where I am at today if it were not for the support from my family, in-laws, fiancé, and great friends! It was a rough and trying 7 years to obtain my nurse practitioner in family health.
Being a nurse practitioner, like I said previously, is one of the best jobs in the entire world. Who knew that being a nurse or nurse practitioner could be the best and the worst job all in the same day! Helping others is completely fulfilling and even on the worst day satisfying. Over the last few years as an NP I was intrigued with helping patients lose weight. Not only are you improving physical status, but also improving an emotional state. Reducing co-morbidities and increasing positive health outcomes was my real goal, but then seeing the reduction in anxiety and depression was a bonus. Patients had a complete physical and emotional transformation. Weight reduction was the foundation for my current practice.
Seeing the positivity in patients made me want to do more! I then took several aesthetic classes and even went to Nashville in the middle of COVID to feed my passion of learning! One class led to another and completely snow balled. I then decided to start my own aesthetic and medical weight loss business and continue to take classes to expand my knowledge base and skills continuously. I WAS IN LOVE.
On May 1, 2021 I opened a location at 25 Bristol Lane in Ellicottville Square and also at Skin Deep in Olean. At these 2 locations I provide botox, dermal filler, medical weight loss, IV therapies, Kybella, Morpheus8 (skin tightening), laser hair removal, and PRP (platelet rich plasma) treatments. Hours do vary, but I am in Olean on Thursdays and Fridays and in Ellicottville on Saturdays. Costs vary depending on service and desired outcomes. I can be followed on Facebook or Instagram @RachaelTerritoFNP. Be sure to always look out for monthly specials. For the month of October if you mention this article you will receive 10% off any service that is offered. You can also visit my website at www.rachaelterritofnp.com for more information and pricing on services.