South Denver Wellness by Scott McDoniel, PhD, FACN, FOS

South Denver Wellness by Scott McDoniel, PhD, FACN, FOS comes to the south Denver metro area. Starting June, 2011 Dr. McDoniel will begin seeing patients needing clinical weight loss, nutrition therapy, and behavioral counseling. Dr. McDoniel will partner with medical providers by providing these wellness services in their practices.

Dr. McDoniel has over 15 years of clinical experience helping patients achieve optimum wellness. He has helped over 1,500 patients lose weight and obtain other personal health goals. Most recently, he worked with Dr. Scott Hammond, voted Colorado Academy of Family Physician’s 2011 Best Family Physician, at Westminster Medical Clinic. “I have had the opportunity of working with Dr. McDoniel for over 3 years. During this time, I have personally observed him in direct patient care and he possesses the admirable characteristics of caring, patience, empathy, and confidence to succeed in changing patient behavior and improved outcomes (i.e., sustained weight loss). He is an outstanding practitioner” said Dr. Hammond.

Dr. McDoniel holds a Doctorate degree in Psychology from the Harold Abel School of Psychology at Capella University and obtained his Master’s & Bachelor's degrees in Exercise Physiology from Wichita State University. He is board certified in exercise physiology by the American Society of Exercise Physiologist and is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition and The Obesity Society. Dr. McDoniel is considered an expert in the field of obesity and metabolism publishing several clinical trials in scientific journals and presenting at national and international conferences. He has published in leading healthcare journals including Obesity Facts, Topics in Clinical Nutrition, & Patient Education & Counseling.

Dr. McDoniel offers safe, affordable, and most importantly effective treatment options. “Patient success is my first priority. To ensure patients achieve their desired weight loss or wellness goal, I involve them in the treatment decision and tailor their plan towards their lifestyle and respective health condition” said Dr. McDoniel. Dr. McDoniel offers several non-surgical weight loss options for patients needing to lose any amount of weight. He has had several patients lose more than 50lbs in a short amount of time. One patient lost over 100lbs in nine months. “Dr. Scott helped me tremendously. He was very interested in seeing me improve my health and listened to my needs. His program helped me lose close to 120lbs and I am now able to function better, reduce all but my blood pressure medications, and play with my grand kids. My life is much better thanks to him” said Robert of Westminster, CO. To read other patient testimonials visit www.SouthDenverWellness.com.

South Denver Wellness is finalizing practice agreements with local healthcare offices in Cherry Creek, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, & Lone Tree, CO. South Denver Wellness will offer a new patient special for $49.00. New patients will receive a comprehensive evaluation and individualized wellness plan ($89.00 Value). This offer is valid through July 31, 2011. Dr. McDoniel will begin consulting patients June 13th, 2010. To schedule a consultation call 720-295-8595.


About South Denver Wellness
South Denver Wellness is a provider of comprehensive wellness services. Our services promote proven, healthy lifestyle habits-good nutrition, sleep and stress management, and physical activity. For more information visit: www.SouthDenverWellness.com.