About
Dr. April Peal brings more than 20 years of primary care experience to Simply Health in Franklin, TN. She earned her Doctor of Medicine with honors from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2005. She completed her residency training at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Dr. Peal serves as Supervising Physician, guiding the clinical direction of the practice.
Her approach to medicine blends traditional primary care with integrative and root cause thinking. She believes care should adapt to the whole person, not just a diagnosis. Outside of medicine, Dr. Peal enjoys spending time with her horses and cheering on the University of Kentucky Wildcats.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Louisville School of Medicine (2005), graduated with honors
Residency
University of Alabama Birmingham
Who is Dr. Peal right for?
Dr. Peal is a strong fit for patients who want a primary care physician with deep experience and a whole-person perspective. Adults managing chronic conditions benefit from her integrative and root cause approach. Families seeking ongoing, relationship-driven care across all ages also find a good match with Dr. Peal. Her background in functional medicine makes her well-suited for patients interested in addressing underlying health drivers, not just symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. April Peal graduated with honors from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2005. She completed her residency at the University of Alabama Birmingham. Over a career spanning more than 20 years, she has built deep expertise in primary and family medicine.
Dr. Peal holds her Doctor of Medicine and serves as Supervising Physician at Simply Health. Her clinical background spans over 20 years in primary care, with training from the University of Alabama Birmingham residency program.
Dr. Peal treats a wide range of primary care conditions for patients of all ages. Her clinical scope includes chronic disease management, preventive care, wellness and lifestyle guidance, well women visits, and pediatric care. She also integrates functional and root cause medicine into her approach.
Dr. Peal blends traditional medicine with integrative and functional approaches. She focuses on understanding the root causes behind health concerns rather than treating symptoms in isolation. Her care adapts to each patient's individual needs and goals.
Yes, Dr. Peal sees pediatric patients as part of the Simply Health membership. Pediatric care and sports physicals both fall within the practice's clinical scope. Family membership plans at Simply Health include coverage for children under 18.
Yes, Dr. Peal offers telehealth visits to Simply Health members. Telehealth is included in the standard membership and allows patients to connect with her remotely when an in-office visit is not possible.
Yes, Simply Health offers home visits for patients who cannot make it to the office. Home visits start at $150. Dr. Peal and the Simply Health team provide this option for both members and non-members who need care at home.
Dr. Peal sees patients across all age groups, from children to adults. She works well with individuals managing chronic conditions, patients seeking preventive and wellness-focused care, and families who want a consistent, long-term primary care relationship.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026