Dr. Christine James, ND, Weight Loss Physician
As a regional leader in obesity medicine, Dr. Christine James helps people transform their lives. She provides science-based, individualized weight loss programs to the Seattle area at Sound Medical Weight Loss located in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. James specializes in helping patients reduce and manage their weight to improve their health and overall well-being. Her medical weight loss programs specifically address many weight related conditions such as heart health, diabetes, high blood pressure, and sleep apnea and many more.
Dr. James earned her doctorate in naturopathic medicine at Bastyr University in Kenmore, Washington. There, she developed her nutritional, dietary, diagnostic, and disease management skills. After obtaining her doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine she completed nearly a year long externship with a cardiologist where she received advanced training in conventional and integrative cardiovascular care. She has advanced training in obesity medicine to address the complexities of weight gain.
Patients receive comprehensive medical assessment, metabolic analysis, and an individualized weight loss plan when they meet with Dr. James. Her holistic approach improves their overall wellness and helps them reach a healthy body weight. She addresses diet, exercise, lifestyle as well as beliefs, emotions, eating disorders and behaviors. She may recommend advanced tests for food sensitivities, weight related genetics, as well as hormone and metabolic panels, to help identify hidden factors that can inhibit weight loss to better help her patients achieve their goals.
Dr. James has a compassionate, honest approach to weight loss and truly wants to help her patients lead their healthiest and most vital lives.
Dr. Karen Quaynor, Board-Certified Family Physician
Dr. Karen Quaynor is a Board-Certified Family Physician. She completed her medical degree at the University of Washington and her Family Medicine Residency training at UPMC Shadyside in Pittsburgh PA before returning to the Pacific Northwest. She has experience caring for underserved populations of all ages with a specific emphasis on women's health. She has pivoted to medical weight loss, inspired by overcoming her own weight loss challenges.
Dr. Quaynor provides high-quality, compassionate care and makes people feel comfortable and heard while taking the time to address their concerns. She respects patients' autonomy and individually tailors therapies to the patient. She is described as authentic and sincere, providing service with a smile and lots of laughter.
Aman Gill, DNP Weight Loss Provider & Botox/Filler Specialist
Aman Gill is a graduate of Seattle Pacific University where she received her Master’s in Family Nurse Practitioner. She brings over 10 years of experience to her career as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Aman believes that every patient is a unique individual and as a result, she treats every patient with the respect and dignity that they deserve. She focuses on providing holistic, non-judgmental, compassionate care in a positive healthcare environment. She is dedicated to educating patients in promoting healthy habits and preventing disease. Aman’s philosophy is to strive for progress, not perfection!
Brian Lovelace, Coaching Specialist
Change happens when we give ourselves permission to think differently." -Brian Lovelace
As a pioneer to life, Brian found his passion in helping others succeed through 20,000+ hours (18 years) of fitness/ performance/ cognitive coaching practice. He began practicing NLP (neuro-linguistics programming) as a tool for development in communication and personal growth for clients looking to drastically impact their lives with positive change through cognitive and behavioral management. As a teacher, mentor, and coach, Brian still considers himself a constant student. Brian says, "You cannot coach a destination that's never been experienced before, but you can coach an opportunity to experience it.
Chante Fiamengo, Master Aesthetician
Chante Fiamengo is a Master Aesthetician with an extensive background in laser treatments, and body contouring. She has been in the beauty industry for over 15 years starting her career as a Makeup Artist and taking her passion for skin, beauty, and health to the next level to provide the best service for her clients.
Her philosophy is “Thoughts become things” and believes that with the power of the mind and a positive attitude, anything can be accomplished.
Sarah Eno, FNTP, Functional Nutrition and Mindset
Helping you create simple steps to reach your health goals.
Sarah Eno is passionate about supporting healthy change and graduated in Functional Nutrition in 2016. She has supported 100's of individuals to a health promoting lifestyle and believes that everyone has the opportunity to experience health. Sarah is a wife and mom of 3 boys. She loves cross-country skiing, yoga, and the peloton. Her health motto is "Give yourself room for the process because small changes is where you will find success!
Amanda Kenney
Amanda Kenney earned her medical assistant license from Pima Medical Institute and is currently working on her nursing degree. She brings many years of leadership experience in the weight loss field. She is dedicated to her patients and shows compassion when addressing their concerns.
Amanda provides safe and welcoming care with a smile on her face.
You will see Amanda at any of your weight checks or doctor's visits.
