161: Lifestyle Modifications To Optimize Health with Dr. Melissa Mondala

Are you ready to take control of your health? Dr. Melissa Mondala outlines how to prioritize your health in all areas: mind, body, and soul through unique and personalized treatment. Stay tuned to discover how Planted Forward can virtually provide patient-centered and doctor-led treatment.

Key takeaways to listen for

• The deep relationship between the brain and the guts
• Planted Forward: Mission and vision
• Top areas of expertise for Planted Forward
• Common telemedicine fears and concerns
• Understanding remote consultation processes
• How often should you schedule an appointment with your doctor?

About Dr. Melissa Mondala  

Dr. Melissa Mondala is a holistic plant-based physician, nutritional &  wellness expert, health coach, mental health advocate, and recipe inventor!  Dr. Melissa Mondala is a Southern California native and a double board-certified Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, physician. She obtained her medical degree from Chicago Medical School and Masters of Health  Administration. She completed her Family Medicine residency and the first  Lifestyle Medicine Fellowship from Loma Linda University Health. She was awarded the Lifestyle Medicine Diplomate/Specialist from the American  College of Lifestyle Medicine. She has a special focus on mental health has completed a Primary Care Psychiatry Fellowship. She is co-owner of Dr.  Lifestyle & Co-President of Planted Forward - a premier multiple specialty telehealth group. 

Dr. Melissa Mondala is a triple specialist in family medicine, lifestyle medicine, and primary care psychiatry. She is one of the first and youngest nationally recognized lifestyle medicine fellows and is a strong community health advocate. She serves as faculty at Loma Linda University  Preventive/Lifestyle Medicine Department, which is one of the blue zones for longevity. She currently sits on the American College of Lifestyle  Medicine Board of Directors and is a Diplomate of Lifestyle Medicine. She planted seeds of change in the community through lecturing at local medical school, veg fest, and virtual summits. She has devoted decades of volunteer work in underserved communities in California and internationally. She has been featured in popular media, such as Forbes, Local News outlets, and Social Media. She prioritizes lifestyle modifications to optimize health. Her passion is educating and empowering healthy living and cooking. 

Connect with Dr. Melissa

• Website: Planted Forward
• Email: drmmondala@drlifestyle.org 
• Facebook: Melissa Mondala MD
• Instagram: @melissamondala.md

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Podcast: Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast