Dr. Joseph M. Knapp, DO – VETERAN OWNED Lauren Dawson, NP Vitality Health & Med Spa

Dr. Joseph M. Knapp, DO - VETERAN OWNED Lauren Dawson, NP Vitality Health & Med Spa is an OB-GYN practice in Newark, DE. The clinic provides health, wellness, and aesthetic treatments, with a specific focus on gynecology, medical weight loss, and hormone replacement therapy for both men and women. The practice has over 33 years of combined experience in compassion and care, integrating established medical practices with emerging technology to offer current treatment options. Patients have rated the business 4.70 based on 69 reviews, with feedback highlighting successful weight loss results, improved blood pressure, and a supportive environment for discussing sensitive health issues. The practice is recognized as Delaware's #1 BioTE Provider, serving a diverse patient base that includes military families and individuals seeking alternatives to traditional prescription management.

The clinical team is led by J. Michael Knapp, DO, who is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. A graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Knapp completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and served on active duty in the United States Army for 11 years, retiring as a Major in 2001. He has spent the last 20 years in private practice in Northern Maryland, holding leadership roles including Service Chief and Department Chair before shifting his focus to gynecology, wellness, and aesthetics. Working alongside Dr. Knapp is Lauren Dawson, DNP, APRN, NP-C, CNE, a family nurse practitioner with over 20 years in healthcare. Lauren earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2020 and previously served as a Professor of Nursing for over 10 years, specializing in simulation and women's health. She brings a background in Level I trauma emergency care and combines evidence-based practices with holistic support to treat men, women, and adolescents. The team also includes Suellen, RN, Bridget, and Jean, MA, who serves as the Office Manager.

The practice is located at 1400 Peoples Plaza, Suite 301 in Newark. It operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with Saturday appointments closed and Sunday visits available by appointment only. The clinic maintains a steady record of repeat and referred customers, reflecting a strong local reputation for consistent care. This combination of veteran military leadership, advanced nursing expertise, and a focus on bio-identical hormone and aesthetic treatments distinguishes the practice within the Newark medical community.