DEBBIE JANAK, R.N., FNP-C

Debbie Janak, R.N., FNP-C, is a highly skilled and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and 18 years as a Nurse Practitioner, dedicated to transforming lives through natural, alternative, and integrative medicine. At Hotze Health & Wellness Center, Debbie combines her extensive medical expertise with a holistic approach, focusing on uncovering the root causes of symptoms to optimize health, vitality, and longevity for women, men, and children. Her patients praise her for her deep knowledge, empathetic listening, and unwavering commitment to personalized care, often describing their experience as transformative.

Debbie graduated with honors from Texas A&M University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science in 1978 and received her Nursing Training, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, in 2007 from UT Health Science Center in Houston. Since joining Hotze Health & Wellness Center in 2007, she has worked closely with renowned physician Dr. Steven F. Hotze, MD, honing her expertise in functional and integrative medicine. With over 20 years of experience in natural and alternative approaches, Debbie is considered an expert in the field, consistently advancing her knowledge through specialized training.

Her credentials include completing all advanced modules from the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M), positioning her at the forefront of anti-aging and functional medicine. Debbie is also a leading practitioner in Regenerative Joint Therapy, having completed advanced training with Downtown Healthcare Medical Group in Denver, Colorado, and My Injection Training, a nationally recognized program for regenerative medicine. Additionally, she is trained by Celltex Laboratories in Houston, Texas, in adipose tissue extraction for stem cell banking, enabling her to offer cutting-edge regenerative therapies for joint and systemic health. In 2024 and 2025, Debbie is further expanding her expertise by attending conferences on Environmental Medicine, ensuring she remains at the cutting edge of holistic health.

Debbie’s practice encompasses well-woman visits, hormone replenishment, natural therapies, and preventive care, with a focus on preparing patients for a vibrant, healthy lifespan. Her ability to educate patients on natural and holistic solutions, combined with her compassionate and thorough approach, empowers them to achieve optimal wellness. Before transitioning to functional medicine, Debbie gained extensive experience as a Registered Nurse in Operating Room and Emergency Medicine settings, giving her a robust foundation in acute care.

Raised in a household that championed natural remedies—like Vitamin C for colds and juicing carrots before it was trendy—Debbie’s passion for health was ignited early. For over 40 years, she has maintained an organic garden, a testament to her belief that a healthy diet is foundational to wellness. She and her husband, Mack, operated a 15-acre certified organic farm, supplying vegetables and melons to Whole Foods in Houston, reflecting her lifelong commitment to sustainable, health-focused living.

On a personal note, Debbie has been married to Mack for 44 years, and together they continue to maintain their family farm, raising cattle, sheep, horses, bloodhounds, and peacocks. Her greatest joy is spending time with her two granddaughters, cheering them on at Horse Playday and Youth Rodeo events. An avid gardener, Debbie views her time in the garden as “therapy for her soul.” Debbie’s warmth, dedication, and holistic philosophy make her a cherished provider at Hotze Health & Wellness Center, where she continues to inspire and empower her patients to live their healthiest, most vibrant lives.