Testimonials
DR ANDREW SMOCK, MD, CARDIOLOGIST @ CARDIOLOGIST ASSOCIATES OF GAINESVILLE: “I have been referring patients to Patricia Cali’s practice for several years now. She has provided nothing but excellent care and service to my patients. Under her guidance, many of my patients have lost weight, lowered their cholesterol, lowered their blood pressure, got their diabetes under control, and dramatically improved the quality of their lives. We are going to continue to refer our patients to Patricia because of her proven track record with our patients.” 03/24/2010
JENNIFER EVANS: “I’ve recommended Dr. Patricia Cali to numerous people, as she has been a great, pragmatic supporter, motivator and teacher on my journey. She guided me through a complete lifestyle change, teaching me and my family how to eat healthy. I was not put on a diet. She knows life isn't perfect, that we eat out, have special occasions and hard times, so she teaches you how to deal with these situations. I didn’t exercise before, but now I run, bike, swim and can do anything I want. It has been a 110% improvement! I am living the lifestyle now that has always been inside me, but unfortunately became hidden away over the years behind all the weight.” 7/25/2009 (Jennifer has lost 113lbs and has kept it off for over 2 years. Her BMI went from 40.2(morbid obesity) to 24.4(normal weight). At the end of 2009, she joined the U.S. Army.)
JOE JOHNSON: “I’d tried to lose weight several times before but I always gained it back. Ms. Cali helped me achieve my goals by being a great coach and friend during the last 3 years on her program. She’s been inspirational and her knowledge of nutrition and diabetes can’t be disputed. I was 320 lbs. I’ve lost 95 lbs, lowered my cholesterol, stopped taking some prescription medications, my diabetes is in great control (a1C below 6%) and I eat my favorite foods. I’m able to do things only dreamt of before. I highly recommend Ms. Cali. She’s caring, has a warm smile, and is always there for encouragement and advice. Her coaching style empowers you to make a difference in your life. I thank her for giving me my life back!” 09/10/2009 (Mr. Johnson has kept his weight off for 4 years)
BRETT ST. ONGE : “I’ve been overweight for 10 years and in the past I’d lose some weight, but I wasn’t able to keep it off since I wasn’t losing it the right way. A year ago, I had a scare that I might have diabetes, at age 20!!! Losing weight and keeping it off became a priority for me. I was recommended to Patricia Cali by my doctor. Her energy and enthusiasm made me feel excited about losing weight. She gave me tips on little things I could change in my diet and exercise, which helped my weight loss in big ways. I listened to her and have been able to apply what I learned when making choices about what to eat and how to exercise. She helped me change my lifestyle, which has made keeping the weight off easy. On the first day we met, I told her my goal was to weigh less than 200 pounds. Through her constant support and advice, I’m glad to say that I have met that goal and feel awesome.” 4/6/2010
BRUCE BUSH: “With the inspirational guidance I received on how to control my blood sugar by eating the correct foods at the correct time and exercising routinely, I have been able to maintain my body weight at my target of under 180 lbs for over 2.5 years and have been advised by my doctor that as long as I keep this up, I can continue to do without any diabetic medication. I also set a new record by cycling over 5,000 miles in 2009. Many thanks to Patricia Cali and the Diabetes & Nutrition Center! I remain ever so grateful for the enthusiasm she instilled in me to turn my diet around, serve my body rather than my ego. What a pleasure it is to be able to comfortably maintain my target weight and blood sugar numbers by paying attention instead of the pharmacist. 02/12/2010
BETTY YOUNG: “I never thought I could achieve my goal weight of 175 but I did it with Mrs. Cali’s help. I feel happy and my health is good.” (Mrs. Young has lost 50lbs, has been a star for 4 years, her cholesterol and diabetes are in great control, and she is off her diabetes medication entirely! 2/10/10
CLYDE RAY: “I have struggled with Diabetes for 6 years. I was on 3 Diabetic medications, 2 for cholesterol and had been prescribed a third one. Before going to see Patricia Cali, MS, RD/LD, CDE, my labs were completely out of control and I was seriously afraid for my future. (glucose 210, A1c 8.5, Triglycerides 1,231, HDL 23). Three months later: Blood Sugar 102, A1c 5.9, Triglycerides 97, HDL 33, LDL 48, and I have lost 23lb. Patricia Cali teaches you how food and medications work in your body, how to find out what is in your food and what to avoid or what to eat more of. Going to a Nutritionist is the first thing you need to do to take control of your own health. I would like to thank Patricia Cali for helping me get my health back.“ 1/22/2010
KARL JANSEN: “I finally accept I have diabetes after 25 years. I look at food differently, I now eat dinner with my wife, and I am not gaining weight. Taking insulin correctly has giving me control and my blood sugars are so much better.” 3/22/2010 (Mr. Jansen’s A1c was 11.7% and his glucose was in great control within 2 months, just in time for his trip to Europe)
CYNTHIA MARCHESE: “Having been a lifelong dieter, it’s refreshing to stop the craziness and enjoy the journey with Patricia Cali. She makes it so easy!” 4/1/2010
DOROTHY MARTIN: “Since I lost the weight, I feel better, I feel like walking more and I do yard work. I’m losing inches and I fit in clothe which didn’t fit for 20 years!” (1 year and 9 months and still losing weight, diabetes in great control without any medication! 2/16/2010
JOHN COLUNDJA: “I was recommended by a friend who lost 23lbs. I expected to struggle with the plan but is hasn’t been difficult at all.” (With 3 months, great improvement in heart function, feeling great, and lost 30 pounds and counting. 2/25/2010
CYNTHIA SHELNUTT: “I came to Mrs Cali 1 year ago, shortly after learning that I was pre diabetic. I started at 288 pounds and with her help I’ve learned how to change the way I look at food and exercise and I lost 35lbs. I’m not stopping yet! I still have big goals and new tools to reach them.” 4/16/2010
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