Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tonya Millions Fitch.

Founder of Astra Wellness in Macon, Georgia.

Key Highlights: 🌟 About Astra Wellness

• Name Origin: “Astra” means “star” in French, symbolizing guidance—just as stars guided explorers and enslaved people seeking freedom.
• Mission: To guide individuals toward optimal health, happiness, and beauty.

👩‍⚕️ T0nya’s Background

• Over 25 years in healthcare, including 12 years as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist.
• Inspired to start Astra Wellness after her father, a Vietnam veteran suffering from PTSD and chronic pain, lacked access to proper nutritional care during COVID.

🏥 Services Offered

• IV hydration therapy
• Medical weight loss
• Facials, chemical peels, body contouring
• Anti-aging treatments including ozone therapy, infrared sauna, massage, Botox, and fillers
• Functional medicine focused on root-cause treatment and prevention

📈 Business Growth

• Started in a 650 sq ft space; now expanding to a 3,000 sq ft commercial building.
• Received strong community support and referrals from medical professionals.
• Offers a one-stop wellness center model.

💡 Entrepreneurial Insights

• Initially believed a good credit score was enough for a loan—learned the importance of:
  • A solid business plan
  • Debt-to-credit ratio
  • Financial projections
  • Showing business income
• Built a relationship with a banker who helped her navigate the loan process.

🧬 Health Philosophy

• Emphasizes treating from the inside out.
• IV infusions bypass the digestive system, allowing 100% absorption of nutrients.
• Helps with depression, insomnia, dementia, skin/hair issues, and more.
• 96% of clients report feeling better immediately after treatment.

🌐 Contact Information

• Website: www.astrawellness.com
• Phone: (478) 200-7575
• Social Media: Astra Wellness on Instagram and Facebook

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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