It’s important to understand as a diabetes educator that every patient is an expert on themselves. The most productive relationship between an educator and patient is one that values the patient's own motivations for healthy change with the educator as a guide on that journey.

Experience

• Registered Nurse Volunteer, VA Department of Health Reserve Medical Corps, Chesterfield County, VA
• Nurse Disease Management Lead, Anthem BC BS Federal Health, Richmond, VA
• Home Health Nurse, Bon Secours Home Health/IVNA, Richmond, VA

Education

• BS, Nursing, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
• BS, Marketing: International Trade, State University of New York, New York, NY
• Certified Case Manager
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
• Member, Sigma Theta Tau, Alpha Tau Chapter, International Nursing Honor Society

“I am passionate about inspiring others to make meaningful and sustainable diet and nutrition changes, along with related lifestyle modifications, which result in positive short- and long-term outcomes for improved health and well-being.”

Experience

• Wellness Manager: Food Services Management, Programming & Education, Nutrition Counseling, Aramark Collegiate Hospitality at the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA

Education

• MS, Nutrition & Dietetics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
• BS, Human Nutrition, Foods, & Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
• Certified AllerTrainer under MenuTrinfo

“I believe in a holistic approach to wellness, focusing on the mind, body, and spirit to create lasting, healthy habits. Through personalized support, education, and encouragement, I help individuals build sustainable lifestyles that improve their overall health and well-being.”

Experience

• Lifestyle Coach & Nutrition Educator, Fitness Finesse w/Rae, Portsmouth, VA
• Group Exercise Coordinator, Suffolk Family YMCA, Suffolk, VA
• Wellness Coach/Personal Trainer, Suffolk Family YMCA, Suffolk, VA
• Zumba Instructor/Group Fitness Instructor, Suffolk Family YMCA, Suffolk, VA

Education

• MS, Applied Nutrition, University of New England, Portland, ME
• BS, Business Management, Hampton University, Hampton, VA
• Certified Nutrition Coach Level 1, Precision Nutrition, Toronto, ON
• Certified Wellness Coach, Spencer Institute, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

“I prioritize a holistic approach to patient care, ensuring that each individual receives personalized, compassionate treatment using evidence-based methods, yoga, mindfulness, and meditation techniques tailored to their unique needs and circumstances.”

Experience

• Wellness Coordinator, City of Newport News, Newport News, VA
• Wellness Coordinator, City of Newport News, Newport News, VA
• Wellness Coach, Onelife Fitness, Newport News, VA
• Group Fitness Instructor, Onelife Fitness, Newport News, VA
• Studio Yoga Instructor, Gloucester Yoga, Hayes, VA

Education

• BA, Spanish, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
• Adult & Pediatric First Aid/AED/CPR certification
• ACE, AFAA and Hatha Certified Yoga Instructor
• Wellness Coach certification

“My passion is to empower and advocate for my patients, allowing them to be in charge of their health but guiding and educating them along the way. I love making a difference. Seeing an improvement in a patient’s health and well-being makes it all worth it.”

Experience

• Physician, Department of the Army Civilian/ Defense Health Agency, Fort Eustis, VA
• Medical Director, Craven Army Health Clinic, Fort Monroe, VA
• Physician, Hunter Medical/Tricare, Fort Story, VA
• Physician, Elizabeth Lakes Family Health Center, Hampton, VA

Education

• MD, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY
• BA, Natural Sciences, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
• Diplomate, The American Board of Family Medicine
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified