Meet Your Team
Dr. Ariel Haddad, DO
Physician & Practice Owner
I am originally from a small town in northern Maine and will always be a Mainer at heart! I attended Boston University for my undergraduate studies in psychology, returned to Maine for medical school at the University of New England and then hopped back to Massachusetts for residency at Baystate Medical Center. I then moved to Seattle, WA where I practiced for four years and a piece of my heart will always live in the Pacific Northwest.
In 2018 after having our son, my husband Matt and I wanted to come back east to be closer to family and we now live in Davidson, NC which is a gem of a little college town. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have lived and practiced across our diverse country, where my patients have taught me the importance of understanding how cultural beliefs and lived experiences can shape medical decision making. Outside of medicine and all things menopause, I am a homebody who is happiest spending time with the people I love the most!
Julia Thompson, RN
Clinical Nurse
Julia, originally from South Carolina, has called Cornelius, North Carolina, home since 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Carolina in 2011. Following graduation, Julia began her nursing career at Baptist Easley Hospital, where she worked on the medical-surgical floor.
Her journey then took her to the San Francisco Bay Area, where she worked as a travel nurse before transitioning to a role as a Hospice RN Case Manager. After the birth of her first child, Julia chose to stay home to care for her children, who are now 5 and 7 years old.
In January 2025, Julia joined Helia Health, excited to embark on this new chapter in her career. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, including her golden retriever Leo and cat Teddy Bear. She is also passionate about staying active, with hobbies such as playing tennis and practicing yoga.
Megan Surrett
Practice Coordinator
Megan is a Charlotte native who now resides in Greenville, South Carolina with her husband and two children. She brings a wealth of experience from her background in pharmacy. For the last five years, she has been a dedicated stay-at-home mom, focusing on her family. Megan is excited to embark on this new journey with Helia Health, where her expertise and dedication will help enhance our practice and patient care.
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