Stepping Into a Healthy 2023: Looking Back & Looking Forward

Stepping Into a Healthy 2023: Looking Back & Looking Forward

As the new year dawns, our minds dance with possibilities. With record speed, many of us identify our goals and jump in feet first, determined that this will be the year that we get it right.  But if we truly want to be successful, we need to take the time to reflect...
Room for Possibilities

Room for Possibilities

I’m excited to announce that Integrative Medical Weight Management has moved to a larger space, one that creates room for new possibilities! My new office is located inside the Lake City Professional Center, an historic two story red brick building that was originally...
The Light in the Darkness on Your Health Journey

The Light in the Darkness on Your Health Journey

On this, the darkest day of the year, we know one thing for sure—the light will return, bringing brighter, better days. This makes it one of my favorite days of the year.  I’m grateful for the powerful reminder that no matter how dark it gets, new life is always...

A Big Step Forward for Obesity Awareness

The first ever National Obesity Care Week launches today—November 1st, and continues through November 7th.  This week-long campaign is designed to raise awareness and advocate for those affected by obesity.  It is the beginning of a much-needed national conversation...

Springing Forward

Welcome to the premiere issue of Inspiring Health! At long last it is here. I hope that you will find what you are looking for. Along with some of what you may not have expected. Here in Seattle there are hints of spring everywhere. The tree buds are swelling,...

Off to Philly

I’m all set to attend the spring conference of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP) that takes place later this week in Philadelphia. Being the nerd that I am, our bi-annual conferences are one of the highlights of the year for me.  Each conference...