🔥 Step into Episode 165 of On the DeLo as Dr. Parke joins DeLo for an honest, energizing conversation about functional medicine, burnout, longevity, and building a purpose-driven practice. In this episode, Delo dives into how Dr. Parke left a high-stress specialty in conventional medicine to launch her own concierge wellness practice—focusing on root-cause care, personalized health plans, and lifestyle optimization.

From childhood dreams of becoming a marine biologist to running a thriving private practice in Arizona, Dr. Parke shares her journey, insights on healthcare reform, and how she integrates her personal passions (like rock climbing!) into her daily routine.

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and anyone curious about optimizing their health while scaling a meaningful business.

Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:00 - 3:00) Intro: Guest Switch-Up & Podcast Kickoff (3:01 - 6:30) From EMT Rides to Medical School (6:31 - 9:00) Burnout, Pills, and the Shift to Functional Medicine (9:01 - 12:00) Core Lifestyle Factors for Long-Term Health (12:01 - 15:30) Value-Based Care and Concierge Business Model (15:31 - 18:30) Burnout-Proofing Through Business Boundaries (18:31 - 22:00) Rock Climbing, Routines & Real-World Wellness (22:01 - 25:00) Alcohol Tolerance, Sugar Swaps & Health Trade-Offs (25:01 - 28:30) InBody Metrics, Aging, and Maintaining Muscle (28:31 - 30:30) Movement > Metrics & Rethinking the 10K Steps (30:31 - 34:45) Rapid Fire: Dogs, Cheat Meals, Madonna & More

Whether you’re building a business, navigating burnout, or trying to live longer with better energy—this episode will give you the mindset and tools to take control of your health journey.

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