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Exclusive Bariatric Practice
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I have spent the past five plus years working with overweight and obese individuals, helping them to successfully lose weight and improve their health. |
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I was trained by Washington State’s first board-certified bariatric physician, Craig Keebler, MD, my colleague for four years, and a national leader in obesity treatment.
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Board Certifications
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Certificate of Advanced Training in Bariatric Medicine from the American Board of Bariatric Medicine.
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Passed the 2009 Board Certification exam offered to physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. Ranked in the top 20% of candidates from across the nation.
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I am one of only 6 physicians and nurse practitioners in Washington State who have successfully passed
this exam, which makes me one of a very few obesity specialists in the state.
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Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
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I have been certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center since 2002.
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Continuing Medical Education
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Completed over 200 hours of continuing medical education in the treatment of obesity and its associated conditions.
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I have completed a wide variety of educational programs. Topics include:
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Obesity |
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Diabetes |
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High blood pressure |
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High cholesterol |
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Thyroid disorders |
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Addiction |
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Mental health disorders |
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Mindfulness |
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Behavior modification |
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Psychotherapy |
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Interpersonal Neurobiology |
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Attachment Theory |
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Education
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Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) - University of Washington 2000.
Graduated with Faculty Honors. |
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Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Seattle Pacific University 2002.
Graduated near the top of my class.
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Previous Professional Experience
Prior to specializing in bariatrics, I worked in various capacities in women’s health, maternal-infant health, reproductive health, and pediatrics.
Professional Society Memberships
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American Society of Bariatric Physicians |
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American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
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The Obesity Society
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The Metabolism Society
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ARNPs United of Washington State |
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Sigma Theta Tau—The Honor Society of Nursing
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Professional Speaking Engagements
I have spoken on the topic of obesity at various professional and public conferences including:
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University of Washington Advanced Practice in Primary and Acute Care Conference |
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Reproductive Health Conference for the Center for Health Training
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Swedish Women’s Get Healthy Day |
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Swedish Medical Center’s Weight Management for Women in Midlife series |
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