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Meet the Team

James Day, M.D.

Title: Medical Director

� Board certified in internal medicine, rheumatology and bariatric medicine

� Diplomate with the American Board of Bariatric Medicine

� Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center

Specialty: Medically-supervised weight loss

Quote: "Being a weight-loss specialist is extremely fulfilling because we make such a difference in people�s lives. Many patients are healthier and happier than they�ve ever been after completing the program."

Debbie Smith, R.D.

Title: Lead Dietitian

� Registered dietitian certified by the American Dietetic Association

� Masters degree in psychology

Specialty: Wellness education and counseling

Quote: �Losing weight is a major effort.  I try to provide as much structure as possible to aide in the process of weight loss and specific support for the individual.  Our Behavioral Modification lessons address many of the issues around weight control including emotional responses to food and compulsive eating.  I enjoy helping people find new mindsets and discovering that success is within their reach.�

Suzanne Nieman Brown, R.D.

Title: Dietitian

• Registered dietitian certified by the American Dietetic Association

• Health Fitness Specialist certified by the American College of Sports Medicine

Specialty:  Weight management, fitness, disease prevention and her positive energy!

Quote: "Committing to that first step and coming in for the first appointment is the bravest thing our clients do! I appreciate how hard each client works in their own journey to better health and I enjoy focusing on positive changes to help them succeed.  It is so fulfilling to see clients gain control of their own bodies again and discover a new healthy relationship with food."

Karen Ritenour, M.A.

Title: Medical Assistant

Specialty: Lab draws and electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) records the electrical activity of the heart over time.

Quote: "It�s rewarding to see the physical and emotional changes in our patients over time. It makes me feel good to see them get healthier and healthier"