Smith's Primary Care and Wellness

Overview

Smith’s Primary Care & Wellness (PCW) features a state-of-the-art Infrared Sauna with Red Light Therapy as a core component of its holistic wellness offerings. This modern facility utilizes Sunlighten saunas, known for their advanced infrared technology that penetrates deeply to warm the body directly from within, unlike traditional saunas that merely heat the surrounding air. The sauna provides a spa-like detoxification experience integrated into a comprehensive primary care and mental health center run by the Smith sisters in Winston-Salem, NC.

• Facility type: Single-person infrared sauna pod equipped with red light therapy for enhanced therapeutic benefits.
• Overall atmosphere and experience: Relaxing and invigorating, offering a pleasant, sweat-inducing session that promotes deep detoxification without discomfort. Clients enjoy a private, rejuvenating environment that supports overall well-being, complementing the center’s focus on patient-centered care.

Features & Amenities

The infrared sauna stands out with cutting-edge technology and health-focused amenities:

• Sunlighten mPulse technology: Combines near-, mid-, and far-infrared wavelengths for customizable sessions targeting specific health goals.
• Red light therapy integration: Enhances skin rejuvenation, anti-aging, and cellular repair.
• Deep tissue penetration: Increases blood flow, perspiration, and toxin elimination (e.g., heavy metals, hormone disruptors).
• Comfort features: Gentle heating for an enjoyable experience, suitable for all fitness levels.
• Health benefits highlighted:
  • Detoxification: Sweats out toxins naturally.
  • Heart health: Mimics mild exercise, lowers blood pressure, improves circulation.
  • Immunity boost: Raises core temperature like a fever to fight illness.
  • Weight loss support: Boosts metabolism and calorie burn.
  • Anti-aging: Improves skin tone, circulation, and cell regeneration.
  • Muscle recovery: Delivers oxygen to tissues for faster healing and pain relief.
• Additional wellness integration: On-site access to IV hydration, functional labs, and counseling.

Services

• Infrared Sauna Sessions: Bookable via Square Appointments for personalized detoxification and therapy.
• Complementary therapies: Paired with Direct Primary Care (DPC) visits, mental health counseling, functional wellness consultations, chronic disease management, weight loss programs, and basic procedures.
• Holistic packages: Part of broader services like functional medicine addressing root causes (e.g., autoimmune, hormonal imbalances, gut health).
• Booking: Easy online scheduling at Book Here.

Pricing

• Specific sauna session pricing not listed on the site; available upon booking or inquiry.
• Related wellness pricing:
  • DPC memberships: $75/month individual, $120/month couples, $200/month family (includes visits, labs, procedures).
  • Functional wellness: $50 enrollment, $450 initial consult/labs, $180/month follow-ups.
  • Counseling: $100-$165 per 45-55min session, $175 initial assessment (sliding scale for low-income).
• Discounts: 10% for annual DPC prepay; in-house labs/meds up to 90% off.

Location & Hours

• Address: 2200 Silas Creek Pkwy 8A, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.
• Operating hours: Not specified on the website; contact via phone, email, or enrollment portal for availability. Same/next-day appointments emphasized for members.

Notes

• What makes this sauna special: Seamlessly integrated into a one-stop wellness hub by sisters Stephanie Miles (Nurse Practitioner) and Cherese Blue (Licensed Therapist), combining physical, mental, and alternative therapies. Awarded 2024 Business Newcomer Award and 2025 Greater WS MBE Grant for community impact.
• Unique differentiators:
  • Patient-first model: Caps patients at 600 for personalized care; no insurance hassles.
  • Community focus: Events, podcasts, grants enhance accessibility and holistic health.
  • Proven results: Backed by modern environmental medicine; used by athletes for recovery.
  • Full ecosystem: IV drips, on-site pharmacy, counseling—ideal for comprehensive detox and rejuvenation.

This facility empowers clients toward optimal health in a supportive, innovative environment.