Amanda Mohammed, MD
Dallas Family Physician
Member, Texas Medical Association
Dallas Family Physician
Member, Texas Medical Association
Editor's Note: An earlier version of this article was originally published on Women in White Coats.
The
idea behind not only talking the talk but walking the walk: Daily I have
conversations with patients on how to improve their medical conditions by implementing
dietary modifications and routine exercise. I try my best to give patients the
tools to succeed, including what exercise routines they may be best suited for
given their medical conditions. But I felt like there was more I could do to
implement change.
I
believe strongly in living a life that mirrors what I advocate in my work. When
I discovered “Walk With a Doc,” I realized it fit my goals. Walk With a Doc is
a doctor-led walking group that is a part of a national grassroots movement
dedicated to encouraging healthy living. It provides a safe, fun and free
environment that allows for discussion with doctors about topics that there
seldom is time for during an office visit. In addition, it creates a relaxed
atmosphere to get to know your patients outside of a white coat.
How
It All Began
This
program was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a board certified cardiologist
in Columbus, Ohio. The TMA (Texas Medical Association) sponsors the walks for
its member physicians in Texas. It is one of the many ways being a TMA member
has opened opportunities for me to be involved in my community. I believe with
the demands of a full time physician, we can get distracted from advocacy and
feel we don’t have enough time in our day.
However,
the reality is we have to incorporate our passions in our work, or it will
never be an “ideal” time start anything. I joined Walk With a Doc in June of
2019 in my first year out of my medical residency, and now have now lead 4
walks in the Dallas area. I’ve met wonderful people in the process that
ordinarily I’m sure I would not have encountered otherwise.
What
I Have Found
What
is most satisfying is having my own patients walk alongside me outside of the
office setting. It is truly inspiring communities through movement and conversation.
Being able to connect with others in your own neighborhood and establish
connections that extend beyond chronic medical conditions and medications is
essential for overall wellness.
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Dr. Mohammed (second from right) walks alongside patients at a Walk With a Doc event in Dallas. Photo courtesy of Amanda Mohammed, MD |
Exercise
is critical for maintaining a healthy body and lifestyle. Not only does walking
at least 30 minutes a day help lower the risk of obesity, it also enhances your
mental health, blood pressure and reduces your chance of developing diabetes.
Walk
With a Doc events take place all over the world. Medical students,
resident physicians, practicing physicians and community members are involved
in making this program a success.
If
you are interested, and want to learn more, please come out for our next walk!
For more information regarding Walk With a Doc and how to get involved please
visit https://walkwithadoc.org/our-locations/dallas/
contact me via Instagram @dr.mandamo
Dr.
Amanda Mohammed, MD is a practicing Family Medicine Physician in
Dallas, Texas. She enjoys traveling, visiting local coffee shops, volunteering,
photography and live music. You can follow her on Instagram @dr.mandamo.
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