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Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP

Joined: 02/03/2010

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Known as the "doc who walks the talk", Pamela Peeke, MD, MPH, FACP, is an internationally renowned expert and speaker in women's health, fitness and nutrition. Peeke is a Pew Foundation Scholar in Nutrition and Metabolism, and one of the only physicians in America formally trained in nutrition science. Peeke is assistant professor of medicine at the University of Maryland, and is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. She has been recognized as one of the leading physicians in America by the Consumers Research Council of America. Peeke is featured as one of America's leading women physicians in the National Institutes of Health Changing Face of Medicine exhibit at the National Library of Medicine.

The chief medical correspondent for Discovery Health TV, she is featured in the award-winning National Body Challenge series, as well as her Could You Survive? miniseries. Her book, The National Body Challenge Success Program for the Whole Family, is the best-selling companion guide to her television and web-based program, which is presently followed by over a million American families. Peeke is the New York Times best-selling author of Fight Fat after Forty, Body for Life for Women, and Fit to Live. Fit to Live is the basis for her Discovery miniseries Could You Survive? In 2008, Peeke won the Audie Award, the highest distinction for her narration of Fit to Live. Her original show pilot was a finalist for the coveted International Health and Medical Media Freddie Award, considered the highest award for excellence in medical film production.

Peeke is a member of the Maryland Governor's Council on Fitness and spokeswoman for the American College of Sports Medicine's Exercise is Medicine national campaign.

Peeke broadcasts weekly as health and fitness expert on WTOP FM, the highest-rated news show in the Washington, D.C., metro area. Peeke is a member of Oprah's O team of medical experts and is a regular commentator and expert for the Today Show, CNN, and other networks, as well as online.

Peeke is an author, contributing editor, and celebrity blogger to numerous magazines including O Magazine, Prevention, Parade, More, Fitness, and Men's Health. Peeke's wit and passion along with a mastery of science and medicine have led her to become one of the most requested physician speakers in America. Peeke works with corporate and professional audiences, ranging from Microsoft, Bath and Body Works, and the Young Presidents Organization to the Cleveland Clinic and the Library of Congress. Her new book, The Hunger Fix (September 2012; Rodale) is a life changing program for anyone (of any size) trapped by food obsessions and the urge to overeat.

Peeke is founder of the Peeke Performance® Center, which offers her Lifestyle Management Program guiding clients through the mental and physical transformations of their life journeys. A marathoner and mountain climber, Peeke founded the Peeke Week Retreats where she provides her Peeke Performers with the opportunity to mentally and physically challenge themselves in magnificent outdoor destinations including Red Mountain Spa, Miraval, Golden Door, and Canyon Ranch. Her retreats have been featured in Fitness, Prevention, and More magazines.

Enjoy her blog and get further information on what she posts in the community at Everyday Fitness-her WebMD blog.

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Hi and thanks for your posting. Your anger, frustration and hurt are all palpable. And I know a legion of folks out there can identify with your experience and your feelings as well. There is no place in the healing arts for judging. There is only a role for supportive care giving. Here are some thoughts:

1) All members of the healing arts must walk the talk. It is hypocritical to tell someone to do something you're not doing. That being said, people are on different parts of their journey. What is the expectation of nurses, doctors, physical therapists etc? Should they be athletic and reed thin? Of course not. When you see someone, you don't know where they are on their own journey. A pt of mine told me she just got a new physician, a heavy set woman doctor who happened to share with her that she's spent the past two years shedding 100 pounds and is continuing the journey, sharing pictures and inspiration and good knowledge. Appearances can be deceiving. That's why it's so often helpful to share one another's stories when it's appropriate. This doc was a primary care physician supporting my pt's full care and therefore issue of body composition were appropriately discussed in a caring and sharing way. The bottom line for my brethren is that they need to be practicing what they teach, walking the talk.

2) Doctors, nurses etc are human beings who are heavily influenced by the media and the "thin is best" culture out there. That's not an excuse. It's a fact. Thus, they need sensitivity training to stop the judging and start the care giving for a royal win win.

3) Health care providers have always been torn about their own frustrations with people engaging in behaviors and habits they have been taught are harmful not only to themselves but to others--- smoking, alcohol and drug abuse. Overeating and obesity fall within that category as well. They know the statistics and consequences related to the medical conditions that can happen and are often quite fervent about making sure you know as well. Their frustration can sometimes lead to tough love kind of statements that can come off as harsh. This is a daily challenge for anyone in the healing arts profession.

4) Your own feelings are on the edge because it's not just doctors, but people throughout your life who are judging. When you walk down the street, or at work, there are those who judge you for your appearance. You yourself said you can spot a "fat hater" right away. Your whole life is permeated with this kind of treatment. The doctor's comments can easily set you off because you're already hurting and sensitive.

There's a nifty little book called The Four Agreements by Ruiz. It's been around forever. I would so highly recommend you either read it or listen to the audiobook. It's wonderful. It speaks to judging others and more. Gift yourself with this for the holidays.

If you do want to help yourself be the best you can be, as we all do, you know this community is here for you to support you in any way we can.

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