--- title: "About" entity: "page" canonical_url: "https://www.vital-fertility.com/about" markdown_url: "https://www.vital-fertility.com/llms/page/about" lastmod: "2026-10-13T15:29:30.669Z" --- # Hi! I'm Maria I Help Couples Uncover What's Blocking Conception Board-Certified Physician Associate, Functional Medicine Practitioner, and Founder of Vital Fertility™ Book Your Clarity Call ## Why I Created Vital Fertility™ For years, I was told everything looked normal. Yet I still struggled to conceive. Like many women, I found myself searching for answers that never seemed to come. What I eventually discovered was that many of the factors influencing fertility; nutrition, inflammation, gut health, metabolic function, environmental exposures, and hormone balance, had never been thoroughly investigated. That experience changed the trajectory of my career. Today, I combine conventional medical training with functional medicine and advanced fertility education to help women uncover what may be standing between them and pregnancy. Vital Fertility™ was built to provide the clarity I wish I had when I was trying to conceive. ## Who I Help & How ### I work with women and couples n avigating: - Fertility C hallenges - Hormonal Imbalances (PCOS, Endometriosis, Coming off Birth control, Estrogen Dominance) - Irregular menstrual cycles - Anovulation (not ovulating consistently) - Amenorrhea (not having a period) - Painful periods - Heavy periods - Premature ovari an failure or diminished ovarian reserve - Perimenopause & Menopause - Preconception Optimization My approach combines advanced laboratory testing, functional medicine, and clinical pattern recognition to identify the biological factors that may be interfering with conception. The goal isn't simply to manage symptoms. The goal is to understand the biology driving them. Explore My Services ## You've Been Told Everything Looks Normal. But You're Still Not Pregnant. Many of the women and couples I work with have already seen specialists, tracked ovulation, changed their diet, taken supplements, or even pursued fertility treatment. What they're still missing is clarity. Through advanced laboratory testing clinical pattern recognition, and personalized interpretation, I help identify biological patterns that may be contributing to fertility challenges and uncover what may be standing between you and conception. When we identify those patterns, we can create a more strategic path forward. Fertility isn't random. Biology leaves clues. Clarity changes what comes next. ## Professional Credentials #### Maria Santee #### MSPAS, PA-C, MPH, AFMC, A4M Founder of Vital Fertility I ’m a Board-Certified Physician Associate (PA-C) with a Master’s in Public Health. My advanced training includes education in functional medicine, restorative fertility, hormone health, and root-cause diagnostics through the following institutions: - School of Applied Functional Medicine - Holistic Fertility Institute - The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine Academy - Center for Education and Development of Clinical Homeopathy - BHRT Academy - Herbal Medicine for Women (In Progress), Aviva Romm, MD Today, I work with women and couples who are looking for more than reassurance. They want answers, a clear plan, and a deeper understanding of the biology influencing their fertility. Curious what it’s like to work together? See How My Programs Work ## Fun Facts A Few Things You Should Know About Me ### 1. I was a Marine Biologist before diving into medicine ### 2. I’m bilingual in Spanish, and deeply connected to ancestral healing ### 3. I’m raising 2 IVF Miracles, they are my “WHY"! The most important role, and my favorite job is being their MOM ### 4. I believe healing is both science and soul ##### Personalized guidance starts here ## Ready for a Clearer Next Step? Whether you are looking for comprehensive fertility support, hormone guidance, or help choosing the right testing, we can help you identify the most appropriate place to begin. Book a Complimentary Clarity Call