About The Authors: Abraham and Kristen Hollist

Meet The Hollists!

Inspired by their personal journey and professional expertise, Drs. Abraham and Kristen Hollist founded Optimal Health Medical Center, a beacon of innovation in healthcare delivery. Their motivation was deeply personal, stemming from their experiences in seeking care for their eldest son who battles Sickle Cell Disease (SCD), an inherited, life-threatening blood disorder. Confronted with the limitations of conventional medical care, which lacked sufficient preventative measures, they embarked on a quest for alternative solutions.

Their relentless pursuit led to a groundbreaking discovery: the significant role of nutrition and lifestyle in managing and preventing complications associated with SCD. By adapting their son's diet and lifestyle, they successfully prevented hospitalizations and sickle cell-related complications, a testament to their approach's efficacy.

This personal success story became the foundation of their professional ethos at Optimal Health Medical Center. Drs. Hollist recognized the potential of their approach to benefit a wider audience and thus integrated it into their healthcare practice. They envisioned a healthcare system that is not only reactive but also proactive, focusing on prevention and overall wellness.

A key component of their revolutionary healthcare model is the comprehensive, medically guided weight loss program. Understanding the complex interplay between diet, nutrition, and health, Drs. Hollist developed a program that transcends traditional weight loss methods. This program is built on the pillars of patient education, individualized care, and a multidisciplinary approach. It offers personalized nutritional guidance, lifestyle modifications, and continuous medical monitoring, ensuring that each patient's journey towards optimal health is safe, effective, and sustainable.

Optimal Health Medical Center, under the leadership of Drs. Hollist, has become a sanctuary for those seeking a more holistic and integrated approach to healthcare. Their philosophy, deeply rooted in the belief that preventive health is key, is reflected in their statement: “Our primary and specialty care practice is grounded in patient education focused on preventative health, collaboration with health experts across different specialties, and access to social support. Optimal Health bridges all of these elements together underneath one roof to help build the health of our community.” Their comprehensive, medically guided weight loss program is a prime example of this ethos, offering a path to healthier living for many.