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Finding Time for Fitness

April 08, 2021 | WEIGHT LOSS

By: Amanda Davis Being a parent is honestly one of the hardest jobs I have ever done. Throw in a full-time job and life gets crazy busy and very hectic. My two kids are my whole world...

Staff Spotlight: Brandi Davis

April 08, 2021 | TEAM

Name: Brandi Davis Role: ASC PACU RN Joined NWWC: February 2021 Personal Life: I grew up in Southern Virginia, and I moved to Washington in January 2020. The majority of my family still lives in there. I am lucky...

All You Need is a Chair

April 08, 2021 | WEIGHT LOSS

It’s true all you need is a chair with no wheels and 3 minutes to get this workout in!

A Bariatric-Friendly Thanksgiving

November 12, 2019 | HOLIDAYS, WEIGHT LOSS

by Laura Andromalos, MS, RD, CSOWM, CDE Thanksgiving is arguably the biggest food holiday in this country. People are encouraged to eat to the point of needing to sleep. How do you enjoy the holiday after surgery when your relationship...

Staff Spotlight: Whitney Wright

November 12, 2019 | TEAM

Name: Whitney Wright Role: Administrative Special Projects Coordinator Joined NWWC: February 2016 Personal Life: Whitney is a Seattle native. She grew up as a middle child with three sisters. All of her sisters are local so she gets to spend...

Fitting in Fitness

October 01, 2019 | WEIGHT LOSS

by Amanda Davis, BS A few years ago, I made a promise to myself: My physical and mental health is worth 4-6 hours a week. When I take time for my health, not only does my personal health get better...

Staff Spotlight: Lindsay Berndahl

October 01, 2019 | TEAM

NWWC Staff Spotlight Name: Lindsay Berndahl Role: Nocturnal Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Joined NWWC: October 2018 Personal Life: Lindsay is a Washington native. She is grateful to have all of her extended family in the state for lots of fun...

The Scoop on Collagen

September 11, 2019 | WEIGHT LOSS

by Nicole Crotty, RDN, CD Collagen supplements have become increasingly popular with their touted health benefits of improving skin health, alleviating joint pain, increasing muscle mass, and even promoting weight loss. But is there evidence to support these claims? What...

Staff Spotlight: April Raber

September 11, 2019 | TEAM

NWWC Staff Spotlight Name: April Raber Role: Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) Joined NWWC: July 2013 Personal Life: April was born in Yakima and grew up on the Eastside suburbs of Seattle before settling in the Snohomish area. She has two...

Make Your Sure Health is Secure

July 31, 2019 | WEIGHT LOSS

To achieve your health goals and live your happiest life, you need to prioritize yourself. If you don’t keep yourself healthy, it is going to impact your ability to give to those around you.