Dr. Naomi Parrella is a physician leader, obesity medicine specialist, and corporate consultant dedicated to helping individuals, teams, and organizations achieve optimal health and performance.
As Chief of Lifestyle Medicine at Rush University and Chief Medical Officer at Zero, she leads innovative, scalable health programs that transform patient care, corporate wellness, and leadership development. With extensive experience in clinical innovation, strategic planning, and workforce engagement, Dr. Parrella has built and scaled weight management programs with over 65% retention and guided patients to lose more than 25,000 pounds in a single year.
She combines medical expertise with business advisory services, consulting for major organizations like United Airlines and R1 Revenue Cycle Management, where she has led global discussions and resilience training for over 20,000 professionals. A highly sought-after speaker, mentor, and educator, Dr. Parrella frequently presents at Rush University Medical Center and corporate events, sharing actionable insights on personal mastery, health optimization, and leadership development. She has designed and facilitated career development curricula, employee engagement workshops, and productivity training programs for thousands of individuals and organizations.
Beyond her clinical and advisory work, Dr. Parrella is passionate about empowering people to take control of their health through her Daily Gift of Vitality blog and partnerships with Zero Longevity. Her approach merges evidence-based lifestyle medicine, leadership principles, and strategic innovation to drive sustained personal and professional growth.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Naomi Parrella: 📌 Rush University Weight Loss Program: www.rush.edu/weightloss 📌 Daily Gift of Vitality Blog: www.DailyGiftOfVitality.com 📌 Zero Longevity: www.zerolongevity.com
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