BETTERLIFE - Key Persons
Carole has experience in providing support to clients with weight issues. She works with individuals to understand their motivations, create realistic and achievable goals, and maintain motivation to assist change. Carole can assist with natural weight loss, as well as support clients having bariatric surgery during both the pre and post-operative stages.
There are many psychological adjustments that individuals who are losing weight or having bariatric surgery can face. These may include changes in body image and self-esteem, emotional eating and change of diet, social pressures at meal times, and the impact change of diet and weight loss can have on relationships. Carole usually provide support and strategies to assist this journey toward a better quality of life. She works in Shepparton, Echuca and South Melbourne, and can be contacted on 0448 865 666.
Dr Atalla has published many articles in his area of interest and is actively involved in ongoing research and publications.
Hayley has a passion for helping others improve their health and lifestyle. She enjoys working with clients to enable them to feel better, function better and optimise their wellbeing.
As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, she is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to provide exercise and education for management of obesity, metabolic syndrome and diabetes.
Hayley thoroughly enjoys spending her free time working on her own health and fitness and going out for brunch on the weekend.
Job Titles:
- Bariatric Dietitian
- Dietitian
Janet Yong is a dual-qualified Accredited Practising Dietitian and a Credentialed Diabetes Educator with a decade long of experience in empowering her clients to "Eat Well, Move More and Love Life!"
Janet believes that a person's health encompasses more than the body, hence she is passionate about helping her clients to improve their wellbeing in a holistic manner. She is committed to providing the best possible care to her clients and guiding them on their journey of health upgrade using evidence-based knowledge.
Job Titles:
- Accredited Life Coach
- Life Coach
Julianne is an Accredited Life Coach who enjoys supporting people pre and post-weight loss surgery. Using a variety of therapeutic modalities with an integrative blend of Coaching, CBT, and ACT Therapy, Julianne can assist you in discovering the underlying issues behind your relationship with food, whilst achieving a sense of self-worth and self-efficacy.
She can help you discover learned behaviours and create new pathways to move toward acceptance. This approach can equip people to overcome negative thoughts and gain the freedom to make wiser choices that help facilitate change in all aspects of their lives.
Marianne is responsible for the smooth running of the practice and being our patients' first point of contact. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the administrative medical field and brings great enthusiasm, a friendly disposition, and a positive attitude to her role. Bariatrics are her great passion, attending regular ANZMOSS conferences, and keeping informed of the latest advancements regarding metabolic weight loss surgery. Her goal is to give all patients optimal & caring support throughout their life-changing journey with BetterLife Surgery.
Job Titles:
- Bariatric Liaison and Clinical Nutritionist
Olga is a qualified Clinical Nutritionist with a unique mix of training and experience in a wide range of industries. She is passionate about helping patients find their optimal wellness through empowering them by making them feel heard and supported. Her caring approach makes her well suited as a point of contact for patients throughout their Better Life journey.
Job Titles:
- Bariatric Nurse Practitioner
For the past 10 years Rebecca has worked in private practice and gained endorsement as a nurse practitioner in 2014.
In 2018, The Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN) awarded Rebecca Fellowship in recognition of her significant contribution to perioperative nursing and demonstration of professional excellence Rebecca's clinical practice is diverse and has special interests in Bariatrics, General Surgery, Orthopaedics and Sports Injuries.
Rebecca is very passionate about patients and families experiencing safe, informed and holistic health care and a looks forward to being able to support the Better Life patients throughout their journey.
Job Titles:
- the Whole Process Was Made so Easy
Simone is a qualified Lifestyle Coach with certifications in Extended DISC Profiling and Neuro-linguistic Programming. She is currently transitioning into the role of a Nutritionist and is committed to supporting patients post-bariatric surgery as they begin their journey to success. With firsthand experience as a former patient, Simone brings a unique perspective and a wealth of skills to her work. Her passion for empowering patients and providing compassionate support makes her an invaluable asset in guiding individuals towards optimal wellness and ultimately, healthier lives.