About
Dr. Ashley Zawodniak is a board-certified internist and Fellow of the American College of Physicians practicing in Merritt Island, Florida. She earned her DO and brings a dual clinical background, having worked as a registered nurse before pursuing her medical degree. Her career includes service at a VA Medical Center and a period in academic medicine, experiences that sharpened her focus on quality improvement and patient education.
Dr. Zawodniak founded AZ Health Solutions in 2024 to build a practice centered on listening and individualized care. She holds EvexiPEL certification for bioidentical hormone pellet therapy, a treatment lasting four to six months via a simple in-office procedure. Her clinical passions include hormone optimization for both men and women, perimenopause and menopause management, thyroid health, metabolic health, and advanced cardiovascular screening. She manages a wide range of conditions, from hypertension and diabetes to PCOS, osteoporosis, and sleep disorders. Outside the clinic, Dr. Zawodniak is a mother to two children, Easton and Elliana, and draws personal motivation from her faith and a commitment to community.
Education & Training
Additional Training
Nursing (RN) background prior to medical career; academic medicine career; VA Medical Center service; EvexiPEL certification for bioidentical hormone pellet therapy
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Zawodniak right for?
Dr. Zawodniak is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who takes a thorough, preventive approach. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or thyroid disorders benefit from her extended appointment format and direct access model. Women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or PCOS find particular expertise in her hormone optimization work. Men dealing with fatigue, low testosterone, or metabolic decline also fit well within her practice. Space industry professionals, military families, and active retirees throughout Brevard County make up a meaningful part of her patient community.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Zawodniak treats a broad range of conditions including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, metabolic syndrome, and osteoporosis. She also addresses hormone-related concerns such as low testosterone, menopause, perimenopause, and PCOS. Additional areas include fatigue, anxiety, depression, brain fog, sleep disorders, joint pain, and cardiovascular disease.
Yes. Dr. Zawodniak holds board certification in Internal Medicine and the Fellow of the American College of Physicians designation. She also carries an EvexiPEL certification specifically for bioidentical hormone pellet therapy.
Dr. Zawodniak began her healthcare career as a registered nurse before earning her medical degree. She then worked in academic medicine and served patients at a VA Medical Center. She founded AZ Health Solutions in 2024 to practice medicine with more time and focus per patient.
Yes. Hormone optimization is one of Dr. Zawodniak's primary clinical focuses. She offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for both men and women, including testosterone replacement, pellet therapy via EvexiPEL, and comprehensive hormonal evaluation covering estrogen, thyroid hormones, DHEA, and cortisol.
Dr. Zawodniak uses advanced cardiovascular screening tools including ApoB, Lp(a), hs-CRP, and Coronary Calcium Score to assess risk beyond standard cholesterol panels. She builds personalized prevention plans that address metabolic health, bone health, cancer prevention strategies, and immunization management.
Dr. Zawodniak is an EvexiPEL certified provider. She administers bioidentical hormone pellets through a simple in-office procedure. Each pellet delivers consistent hormone levels for four to six months before requiring replacement.
Yes. Dr. Zawodniak offers dedicated men's hormone optimization, including testosterone replacement therapy and comprehensive evaluation of testosterone, estrogen, thyroid hormones, DHEA, and cortisol. She helps men address fatigue, low drive, weight gain, and mood changes related to hormonal imbalance.
Dr. Zawodniak is motivated by faith, a passion for community, and a deep commitment to patient education. She approaches each patient the way she would approach a family member, prioritizing thoroughness and genuine connection over volume.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026