Hi pam! I'm a rad tech and a mom of two boys. I worked in a hospital for the past two years as a student and now I work in a clinic and a surgery center. The hospital was a tough environment food wise but at least there's a lot more walking to see patients all over the hospital. I used to walk 10,000 steps by 3pm. At the clinics there's much less walking to do. I'd love to be part of the group!

Hi I am an ED NP. W over 30 yrs in. Lost 40# a few yrs back and have slowly crept 12 back on. Working hard to take it back off but at 61 3/4 hrs old it's getting harder and harder to get it off and do these killer shifts.

Hello all! I am NEESE. I've been an LPN for 3 years and I work in a variety of areas (which I think is the best part of nursing). I work part time in adult medicine as well as OB/GYN. I also do PRN work in flu clinics, home hospice, and assisted living. I started my health journey because I felt that I took care of all of these people but I didn't take time to care for myself. Good luck on your journey everyone!

I am Nicole. Full time family physician. Work out a lot but have not been consistent enough with my eating habits. I keep fighting the fact that it is 80% what I eat and only 20% exercise.

Really happy to see this group, we have the privilege of taking care of others however work in an environment that makes self care very difficult. So much so that only other healthcare workers really realize the crazy hours and sleepless nights we think is normal. I am an MD in the NICU which comes with crazy call schedules...making routine a bit difficult. I am at the beginning of the journey though and hope to lose at least 50lbs and change the trajectory of my life towards healthy clean eating.

Nousheenh wrote: »

Really happy to see this group, we have the privilege of taking care of others however work in an environment that makes self care very difficult. So much so that only other healthcare workers really realize the crazy hours and sleepless nights we think is normal. I am an MD in the NICU which comes with crazy call schedules...making routine a bit difficult. I am at the beginning of the journey though and hope to lose at least 50lbs and change the trajectory of my life towards healthy clean eating.

Nice to meet you , Nousheenh, I know how hard and stressful the NI is, much harder than my primary care office job. I am kick starting my sugar detox doing whole30 this month.
Nicole

Hi! I am a new grad RN, just started my new career in the OR. I am thrilled to see this group form. My coworkers are eaters and feeders. We get lunch provided once a week by one of the docs and it is never healthy. Not to mention the numerous homemade goodies everyone brings in. I have managed to lose 32lbs so far but my ultimate goal is to lose another 60. I am so excited to have the support from you all!

Wow! What a wonderful inspiring group of healthcare professionals!

My name is Allysa. I am 49 years old and have been a nurse for 19 years. 17 of those have been in pediatric cardiac ICU. I have always worked nights. Long shifts, switching from days to nights and sleep deprivation as single mom to three have made it harder to lose but it can be done! I started at 146 pounds in September and am currently at 127. My underactive thyroid works against me to but I am feeling terrific. I would like to lose another 5 pounds or so but am focusing more on strengthening and toning.

I have a big birthday coming up soon and I want to look and feel fabulous!

Hi all! I'm stacey, orthopaedic registrar in Northern Ireland. Have lost 22lb through mfp since end of October 15, have about another 15lb to go but that may change depending on how I look! I know the scale isn't everything.

Hello, I am a physical therapist assistant student! Trying to develop healthy habits while dealing with the stress of school is difficult! But I am trying my best, and making lifestyle changes as the days pass!

Hi, I'm Margie. I have been a pedi nurse for a little over 17 years and love it. Currently working in an outpatient clinic. I recently celebrated my 1 year journey towards a healthier me! I have lost a little over 50 pounds in that time period and have maintained that weight loss over the last 4 months. I am not near my goal weight yet but hope to continue towards that goal this year.
My goal last year when I started my healthier me journey was more than about the weight loss it was to be the healthiest I can be. I started changing what I ate and gradually started to incorporate exercise. Now it's a way of living for me and not a diet. It's not always easy but it has so been worth it!

Hi everyone, RN working in family practice clinic. Have noticed my steps decreased when I left the hospital. Have PCOS as well and have been on this roller coaster awhile. Success and failure behind me I am looking forward to a new year with new possibilities . Glad to be hear...feel free to add me!

I have worked in many areas of the medical field for around 35 years except the times that I stayed home with the kids. I found my true calling in the oncology field as a patient navigator. I am a long time cancer survivor myself and that is when some of my weight issues started. But working in a building with as much food that comes in to ours makes dieting difficult. I also just had major back surgery so I am taking this time to eat right and care for myself.

I am a long time RN and a few years ago went back to school to become a nurse practitioner. I have always struggled keeping my weight down, but managed to keep it fairly in check until I went back to school, took care of aging parents, and went through a divorce all at the same time. I am a stress eater. After graduation I moved from where I lived for over 40 years to a new town where I did not know a soul and started a new job - which explains the last pounds that appeared. I am doing well now and feel that I can start the journey of losing 80 plus pounds. Work does not make it easy as the culture is to bring a lot of food (not usually healthy) to share with everyone. However, I need to do this - not only for myself but for my patients. It is difficult to talk with a patient about the impact their weight has on health when I am overweight myself. Thanks to the person who started this group as I know that everyone here also has struggled with the stress of work (or school) and overeating.

deepthi87d wrote: »

I finished my medical school in India ..I am now preparing for USMLE..I am 142 lb and ht 5 2'..Trying to lose 20 Lb..Happy to be part this group.

Good luck on your USMLE! What specialty are you interested in ? I am a family physician