I have been a physician for over 47 years in Oregon. I am retired but volunteer my time at free clinics, teach free community classes, and council for free those wishing to transition to a more whole food plant based lifestyle. I have spent 8 years in Family Practice, almost 27 years in Emergency Medicine, and the last 12 years in Lifestyle Medicine. My goal is to help transform the practice of medicine from a “pill for every ill” to treating the root causes of our chronic illnesses.
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Hello! I am a physician specializing in General Preventive Medicine and Public Health and Lifestyle Medicine and am excited to work with individuals on their health goals through the evidence-based pillars of lifestyle medicine. I have spent most of my career in global health, mainly in Africa and SE Asia. In developing global guidelines and working with clinical teams to adapt and implement these health algorithms for chronic conditions in different countries and regions, I learned firsthand how important it is to talk about food, movement, treatment plans, and overall health in the context of patients’ goals and life situations. This is what I do with patients in my practice. I believe in a team approach to health care and work with patients to meet them where they are at in their own health journey and empower them to move towards where they want to be.

It brings me great joy that you are here and interested in a plant-based provider for your journey. I myself have always had a love of science so I obtained a B.S. in Biology. Since then, my passion for health and wellness has blossomed and continues to evolve with time.
Having encountered my own chronic health conditions, I found healing in a plant-based lifestyle accompanied with lifestyle modification.
I embarked on this journey to heal myself and now my mission and passion is to help share this information with others. As a 35 year old mother of two, I know what it’s like to lose your health but also what it is like to regain one’s quality of life. My goal is to help you improve your life and to help you give your body the support it needs to heal!

I take a holistic approach and incorporate health and wellness coaching, nutrition, and movement into my practice and my signature program. These are available on an a la carte basis but I truly believe the best approach to disease prevention and healing is a comprehensive one.

Hi, I’m Maren, a Certified Plant-Based Coach with a BA in Psychology. My passion is helping individuals transform their health through whole, plant-based foods and sustainable lifestyle changes. My approach is all about creating an empowering and personalized experience just for you. I’m here to provide consistent support to help you navigate challenges, uncover what’s been holding you back, and move forward with confidence. Together we’ll design a flexible and fun program that fits your specific needs, simplifying healthy eating into manageable steps that take the overwhelming feelings out of nutrition. The goal is to help you make gradual, but meaningful changes that align with your long-term wellness goals. Beyond the physical, I’m here to support the emotional side of your journey, offering a space to work through fears, doubts, or frustrations with compassion and empathy. One of the great things about coaching is there’s no “one-size-fits-all.” Together, we’ll build a personalized plan based on your unique goals, lifestyle, and needs. From meal planning to lifestyle strategies, I focus on the whole person, ensuring that each step feels achievable and enjoyable. Whether you’re transitioning to plant-based eating or looking to improve your overall well-being, I’m here to provide education, guidance, and support through the entire journey.

A little backstory about me, my plant-based journey began with an eye-opening moment: watching a documentary in my high school health class that exposed me to the origins of our food system. This opened my eyes to our food system and how little I realized our food choices deeply impact our personal health, the health of the planet, and the wellbeing of animals. With these realizations, further research, and personal growth, I fully embraced a whole food plant centered lifestyle and haven’t looked back. Experiencing the benefits firsthand such as more energy, improved wellness, and clarity—solidified my mission to help others achieve the same. I’m passionate about showing how small but intentional changes can prevent lifestyle-related illnesses and create a healthier, more vibrant life. If you’re looking for someone who will support you every step of the way on your plant-based journey, I’m here for you. Let’s make those health goals a reality—together!

I am board certified in Family Mecicine since 2003. In 2021, I became board certified in Lifestyle Medicine. I am passionate about equipping people with knowledge to enable good lifestyle decisions and then providing tools to support their journey to improved health.

For over 45 years, I’ve coached high-level athletes, CEO’s, executives, people with every type of chronic disease condition to prevent, reverse & treat their conditions AND optimize their health so they can make the rest of their lives, the best of their lives.
LIFESTYLE MEDICINE CONSULTATION – A great way to get started. I work with you individually to help you get a great start on making positive lifestyle changes in every area of your life. You will fill out a comprehensive assessment about your history, lifestyle habits, stress and goals. We’ll schedule a 1-on-1 Zoom session for approximately 2 hours to review your information, so I can provide information, and we’ll develop a strategic plan of action.
INDIVIDUAL LIFESTYLE MEDICINE COACHING – Sessions are usually once a week for an hour, customized to your needs.

Zachary Burns DO, MPH is board certified in family medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine. He practices primary care in Rochester, NY. He also serves as Associate Director for Moving Medicine Forward, a non-profit led by Dr. Michael Klaper that is building a new generation of physicians who are prepared to tackle our chronic disease burden. A plant-based nutrition advocate, Dr. Burns practices medicine to improve the lives of human and non-human beings.

My passion is helping people, animals, and our mother earth. My bliss is seeing clients getting healthier, more functional, and happier with a whole plant food diet and healthy lifestyle, less animals killed for food, and healing of our environment. When I work with a client, I enter into a sacred trust with that client which includes showing up, confidentiality, non-judgement, holding space, and active compassionate listening. I have decades of experience doing this educating people about food as medicine approach to healing the significant illnesses and conditions plaguing our world, 40 years experience doing this with my massage clients, 15 years with my domestic violence survivor clients, and 30 years with the dancers I lead when teaching Ahimsa Sacred Circle Dance.

As a certified Plant-Based Health Coach, I also walk my talk as having lived a vegan lifestyle since 1971. I am also a committed student dedicated to lifelong learning in holistic health. I support clients to help them identify the changes they want to make and a path to reaching their goals of health and happiness

Voltz Health & Wellness Coaching is dedicated to partnering with you to achieve your wellness goals. Beth supports individuals who are stuck in a constant struggle with chronic pain or sadness, battling inflammation, weight issues, sleeplessness, or elevated blood test results. These clients are ready to move forward, eager to feel relief, and reclaim control over their future. Together, we design a healthy, achievable plant-based lifestyle that fosters sustainable results. We tackle health challenges at their root, while cultivating enduring wellness, healing, peace of mind, and increased vitality for life!

Beth has experienced her own transformation through plant-based eating. In December, 2017, she had to leave her job of 30 years as a music educator due to her own battles with pain and weight issues. She encountered challenges in carrying out basic activities such as going up stairs or participating in meetings. She could no longer even imagine setting up the stage for my middle school orchestra!
Her journey from pain to relief began in 2018 after watching the movie, “Forks Over Knives”. Having recently completing the research for her EdD dissertation, she gained a greater understanding and admiration for the research and outcomes showcased in this film. It was truly impressive to see the profound influence of dietary changes on people’s lives, which was both evident and inspiring!

Since then, she has gained valuable knowledge and skills. She recently achieved Root-Cause Health Coach certification from Lifestyle Prescriptions University, following previous certifications in Plant-based Coaching from the Food Revolution Network, and Whole Foods Plant-based Nutrition from Cornell University. Through this journey, she has shed 50 pounds and maintained the weight loss, was able to discontinue BP medication after 22 years, and at the age of 68, even jogged the whole way to the end of her first-ever 5K race! She is now enthusiastic about assisting others in their health endeavors, supporting them through each step of the way!

Personal Wellness Strategies: As a retired nurse, my passion now is to guide people, especially women, to wellness. I lead local Women’s Wellness Groups and provide personal coaching support in attaining life balance, health, and happiness through plant-based medicine. My goal is to increase my clients’ awareness of plant-based nutrition as a path to self-confidence, health, inner peace and connection to their hearts.
My Motto is: “A garden of flowers is like a garden of women. Each is beautiful and miraculous, with unlimited possibilities.”

I am a board certified Family Medicine physician working for Northwest Permanente (a Kaiser based practice).

As a plant-based chef (embracing all eating preferences- from vegans to carnivores and everyone in between!) with a big appetite for delicious, wholesome, locally grown food, I have spent many years exploring the connection between food, well-being, community, and the planet. My appetite for vibrant, flavorful food & living a juicy life inspires my approach to wellness. I believe food should be as joyful as it is nourishing. That’s why I help you cultivate a healthy, intuitive relationship with food, listening closely to what your body truly craves.

I blend holistic nutrition with culinary creativity to empower you to make nourishing, mindful, and delightful food choices that align with your unique health goals & values. Through personalized coaching, we will create a nutrition & lifestyle guide that includes a customized cookbook filled with colorful plant-based recipes featuring your favorite superfoods and small daily habits designed to support your well-being. Together, we will explore the transformative power of food as medicine for your body, mind, spirit, soul, and the Earth.

Whether you want to enhance overall wellness, manage specific health conditions, or deepen your connection to the food you eat, I am here to support your journey. Let’s create a delicious path towards wellness, honoring both you and the planet every step of the way.

*While I emphasize a plant-centered approach, you don’t need to be vegan or plant-based to work with me. I do not focus on food restriction, fad diets, calorie counting, or anything that makes you feel bad about your food choices. Wherever you are on your health journey, I am here to support you.

MY CREDENTIALS INCLUDE:
-Culinary Nutrition Chef Certification from The Natural Gourmet Culinary Institute, NYC
-Plant-Based Nutrition Certification from T. Colin Campbell’s eCornell program
-Plant-Based Coaching Certification from The Food Revolution Network
-Pursuing a Master’s degree in Integrative Health and Nutrition from Maryland University of Integrative Health

I practiced primary care and emergency medicine as a PA for over 30 years. It became progressively disheartening to see the growing emphasis on use of prescription drugs for almost every issue. While these medications are beneficial when used appropriately, many patients have forgotten about their own ability to optimally care for their bodies through healthy diet and lifestyle choices, which can frequently prevent the need for drugs. Enjoying a Whole-Food Plant-Based (WFPB) diet for several years has improved my life in every way and I relish preparing and eating food more than ever before. I want the same for all patients who hope for a better life and desire this knowledge. I now use my NC Medical Board license to empower patients to achieve their own health goals through coaching and, if desired, adjunctive therapy with professional clinical hypnosis. I help individuals struggling with health issues and/or barriers to self-care discover new paths to healing and wholeness through positive, supportive, and nonjudgmental guidance.

I am an RN specializing in holistic home care and passionate about plant-based nutrition for optimal health.

Dr. Michelle Loy, MD, DipABOIM, DipABLM, DABMA, FAAP, is a nationally recognized physician who received her magna cum laude degree in Psychology from Harvard College, her MD from Weill Cornell Medical College, her pediatrics residency training from New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell, and her Integrative Medicine Fellowship training from Columbia University/Stamford Hospital. She completed certification in Medical Acupuncture from SUNY Downstate Medical Center. She is board certified in Integrative Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, Medical Acupuncture, and Pediatrics.

Dr. Loy has achieved recognition in integrative medicine at national academic conferences and other peer-reviewed training opportunities. She serves as an Executive Committee member of the AAP Section of Integrative Medicine and serves on the American Board of Integrative Medicine.

She provides lifestyle medicine and integrative medicine consultations at NYU Langone to solve challenging clinical problems across the spectrum of general and subspecialty pediatric, adolescent, and adult medicine. A clinical professor with joint appointments in Medicine and Pediatrics, she is committed to supporting fellow physicians and physicians-in-training in self-reflection and self-care. Her clinical and research interests include Nutrition, particularly Culinary and Botanical Medicine, Acupuncture, Stress Management, Medical Yoga, Cancer Recovery, Women’s and Children’s Health, Narrative Medicine, and Shared Medical Appointments.

Dr. Loy is a Lecturer for the Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate Program (Cornell University) and also serves on the medical advisory board of Plant Powered Metro New York and the Integrative Oncology Working Group Culinary Medicine Expert Panel. She has presented at national conferences on lifestyle medicine, culinary medicine, and plant-based nutrition. She is on the medical advisory board of Plant Powered Metro New York and pioneered a popular Shop with a Doc Culinary Medicine grocery tour series.

In her recreational time, she enjoys reading, swimming, running, exploring farmer’s markets, and creating healthful, whole-food, plant-forward meals for her husband and five children.