Cary’s premier IV therapy wellness destination. Emergency-caliber hydration presented in a lounge-style haven. Our emergency medicine-trained experts deliver evidence-based IV treatments in approximately 45 minutes, enabling you to return to your Cary lifestyle feeling revitalized and restored.
Selected by busy professionals, athletes, and travelers who desire rapid wellness enhancement.
Your packed schedule doesn’t allow for delays—and feeling below par simply isn’t an option. That’s why we exist: to effectively recharge your body and restore your optimal condition. At Hydrate Medical®, our IV wellness sessions take just 45 minutes, fitting seamlessly into even the busiest calendar. We’re committed to swiftly returning you to your best self.
From your first step through our doors, we treat you as the important person you are. Every Hydrate Medical® experience is designed to be exceptional. While receiving your hydration therapy, you’ll be surrounded by an upscale, soothing atmosphere. Whether you choose to browse materials, stream your preferred content, or enjoy our complimentary snacks and beverages, this time is completely yours. Think of your treatment not simply as a wellness boost, but as a moment of personal rejuvenation. Your comfort, care, and satisfaction always come first.
Numerous situations call for IV hydration—and we’re ready for all of them. Let’s begin with the familiar: hangovers. We’ve all experienced them. Rather than pushing through your day in misery, let Hydrate Medical® help you recover quickly and comfortably.
But hangovers aren’t the only circumstance demanding replenishment. After a strenuous workout, your system requires restoration. IV hydration supplies essential fluids and nutrients directly where they’re needed, helping your muscles recover and your energy return.
Recovery following illness can seem endless. Don’t let it linger. Our specialized IV treatments are created to accelerate your return to wellness, helping you eliminate lingering symptoms and feel like yourself again.
Just arrived from a flight? Travel exhaustion can persist long after you land. Whether you’ve crossed multiple time zones or simply endured an extended travel day, Hydrate Medical® can help reset your system. Come in for a quick treatment and leave feeling refreshed, rebalanced, and ready for whatever’s next.
Plan for approximately 45 minutes from the moment you arrive to when you’re all set to go.
In many cases, yes. Your provider will recommend safe and effective combinations tailored to your needs.
Have a small meal beforehand, stay well-hydrated, and don’t forget to bring a valid ID along with your payment method.
Hydrate Medical was founded by Dr Jonathan Leake, MD and Keith Parris, ACNP — emergency medicine providers with over 30 combined years of ER experience. That background shaped everything about how the clinic operates — from the clinical standards and screening protocols to the way nurses approach IV placement. The founders also bring over a decade of personal endurance sports experience, including six Ironman finishes, road racing, cycling, and CrossFit. That combination — ER training and firsthand athletic recovery experience — is where the idea for Hydrate Medical came from.
The founders spent years in emergency medicine watching patients come in dehydrated from illness, overexertion, or a rough night — situations where IV fluids, electrolytes, and vitamins made an immediate difference. They also experienced the recovery gap firsthand as athletes: what works in clinical settings for rehydration and nutrient replenishment is simply better than oral supplementation for acute recovery. Hydrate Medical was built to make that level of care accessible outside of an ER setting, in an environment that’s fast, comfortable, and designed around what clients actually need.
The ER background is the clearest differentiator. Hydrate Medical is owned and operated by Dr Jonathan Leake, MD and Keith Parris, ACNP, with nurse practitioners actively overseeing care across all locations and conducting new patient visits. More than 90% of the nursing team are emergency medicine RNs with over five years of experience — placing IVs, monitoring patients, and managing complications is their core skill set. The drips themselves were built from the science, with careful attention to what works best and at what dose. Beyond credentials, Hydrate Medical was Charlotte’s first IV hydration clinic and has been operating for over a decade, a long track record in a market with many newer entrants.
Most IV drip visits run about 45 minutes from the time your IV is placed, plus a few minutes for the intake screening at the start. Plan for about an hour door to door. B12 and NAD+ subcutaneous injections take five to ten minutes. NAD+ IV infusions take four to six hours and are scheduled as longer dedicated appointments.
Eat a light meal before your visit and drink some water on the way over. Arriving dehydrated or on an empty stomach can cause lightheadedness during the session. Bring a photo ID and your payment method — no paperwork is required ahead of time. Wear something with sleeves that can be easily rolled up or pushed back past the elbow.
Mild bruising or soreness at the IV site is the most common thing clients notice, and it resolves on its own within a day or two. Our team will walk you through aftercare before you leave and let you know what to watch for. Serious complications are rare when IV therapy is administered by qualified clinical staff following proper protocols — which is exactly the standard we operate to.
Certain medical conditions — heart failure, severe kidney disease, and some electrolyte imbalances among them — and some medications can make IV therapy unsuitable. The intake screening before every visit is designed to catch exactly this. If something in your history is a concern, your provider will tell you clearly and explain why. We don’t proceed with treatment when we have safety questions about a client’s situation.
Unsure which IV therapy is right for you? Have questions about the benefits?
We’re here to help—just ask, and we’ll assist you in finding the perfect drip for your wellness goals.
