
Empower Wellness Center
Quick Facts
| Practice Type | Direct Primary Care |
| Location | Northfield, MN |
| Doctors | Salwa Bakkali-Derksen DO, Internal Medicine |
| Telehealth Type | Virtual health visits |
| Telehealth Available | Yes |
About
At Empower Wellness Center, Dr. Salwa Bakkali-Derksen brings internal medicine expertise to a DPC practice in Northfield, MN. The clinic pairs primary care with an expanded suite of wellness services. Patients access hormone therapy, medical weight loss, IV infusions, and aesthetic treatments under one roof.
Dr. Bakkali-Derksen blends traditional clinical training with a functional and integrative approach. She digs into root causes through thorough diagnostic testing and bloodwork. Her goal is to help patients truly thrive, not simply manage symptoms. The practice also offers virtual visits for primary care, weight loss, and hormone replacement therapy. Patients can book appointments online through the practice portal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Empower Wellness Center offers direct primary care, internal medicine, medical weight loss, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, IV vitamin infusions, and aesthetic services. Aesthetic treatments include Botox, dermal fillers, microneedling, and PRP. The practice also provides lab panels and telehealth visits.
Empower Wellness Center operates as a Direct Primary Care clinic, providing patients with direct access to Dr. Bakkali-Derksen for primary care needs. The DPC structure supports a more personal, relationship-driven approach to care. Patients can book appointments online through the practice portal.
Yes, Empower Wellness Center offers telehealth visits for primary care, medical weight loss, and hormone replacement therapy. Virtual visits allow patients to connect with Dr. Bakkali-Derksen from wherever they are. Patients can schedule virtual appointments through the online booking system.
Yes, Empower Wellness Center provides physician-guided HRT for both men and women. Dr. Bakkali-Derksen personalizes each hormone therapy plan based on lab results and individual health goals. Virtual HRT consultations are also available.
The medical weight loss program at Empower Wellness Center offers personalized plans with physician oversight. The program includes access to Semaglutide for eligible patients. Dr. Bakkali-Derksen guides patients through nutrition, lifestyle, and medical strategies tailored to their specific needs.
Empower Wellness Center offers a range of aesthetic treatments including Botox injectables, dermal fillers, microneedling, and PRP treatments. Dr. Bakkali-Derksen oversees these services as part of the practice's broader focus on health and vitality.
IV therapy delivers fluids, vitamins, and minerals directly into the bloodstream for efficient absorption. Empower Wellness Center offers IV vitamin infusions to support energy, hydration, recovery, and overall wellness. Treatment plans are personalized based on each patient's health needs.
New patients can book an appointment directly through the online booking portal on the Empower Wellness Center website. The practice also accepts contact by phone and email for questions before scheduling. The address is 670 Professional Drive, Northfield, MN 55057.
Yes, Dr. Bakkali-Derksen has extensive experience managing complex chronic conditions including autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalances, and metabolic conditions. She uses detailed diagnostic testing to identify root causes. Patients with long-standing health challenges find focused, investigative care at Empower Wellness Center.
Practice last updated April 11, 2026


