Health and Wellness: Local nurse brings boutique medicine to Clayton

By Jamie Strickland

Sara Lacombe, a 38-year-old nurse with 15 years of experience in emergency medicine, is the heart and soul behind Twin Rivers IV Hydration & Wellness. As an ER nurse, she has always had a passion for helping others, but over time, she felt drawn to a new path in healthcare — boutique medicine and wellness.

"I absolutely love being a nurse, but I’ve been gravitating more towards health and wellness," Lacombe said. "This new direction allows me to offer a different kind of care — one that's preventative and focused on long-term wellness."

She launched Twin Rivers in Clayton in June 2024, bringing her friend’s successful Colorado business model to Johnston County.

IV hydration and vitamin therapy are increasingly gaining recognition for their role in boosting overall wellness. But what exactly can they help with?

"We treat a wide range of conditions — dehydration, migraines, hangovers, autoimmune issues, gut absorption problems, low energy levels — you name it. Many of our clients come every two weeks to stay healthy and maintain peak performance," Lacombe said.

One of the clinic’s unique offerings is its ability to customize treatments. Twin Rivers offers Vitamin Deficiency Panels, which allow clients to receive tailored IV treatments based on their specific vitamin and amino acid needs. "We want to keep you healthy and feeling your best, ideally preventing the need for a hospital or doctor’s visit," Lacombe said.

The atmosphere at Twin Rivers is designed to be relaxing and comfortable, creating an environment that feels more like a spa than a traditional medical practice. "We offer comfortable recliners, blankets, snacks and TVs. It’s all about wellness and comfort here,” she said. “We want our clients to feel pampered while they receive their treatments."

Lacombe’s background and expertise play a pivotal role in the clinic’s operations. With a Bachelor's degree in nursing from UNCW and extensive experience in treating people from all walks of life, she’s equipped to handle a variety of health concerns. Additionally, the clinic’s medical director is a physician with more than 10 years of experience, having worked in both medspas and hospitals.

When asked who can benefit from IV therapy, Lacombe’s answer is simple: "Everyone!" She explained that most people are walking around dehydrated and deficient in essential vitamins without even realizing it.

"IV therapy can truly make a difference in how you feel day to day. Most of our clients don’t even know how depleted they are until they try our services," she said.

Lacombe believes that boutique medicine is the wave of the future, offering a more personalized and accessible approach to healthcare. With affordable membership options, packages and the ability to accept HSA and FSA payments, Twin Rivers wants to make wellness attainable for everyone.

"We want to show people how good they can feel," Lacombe said. "Once they experience the benefits of our treatments, there’s no going back. We’re helping people live better, healthier lives and that’s what excites me the most."

Learn more at twinriversiv.com/clayton.