Walk with a Doc will meet monthly starting on Saturday, April 19 at Murphey Candler Park in Brookhaven to combine fitness and health education.
Led by Dr. Vahid Yeganeh, the exercise program group explores a new health topic, followed by a walk and conversation through the park. Participants are welcome to stroll at their own pace and choose the distance that’s right for them.
Yeganeh received his Doctor of Medicine in 2006 from Universidad Iberoamericana. He is a diplomat of the American Board of Family Medicine, the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. Yeganeh is dedicated to providing care that encompasses the entire wellbeing of his patients, according to a press release, and is fluent in English, Spanish, and Farsi.
“It’s about more than just walking,” Yeganeh said. “It’s about listening to people’s stories, sharing my own, and showing people that improving their health doesn’t have to be complicated. It can be as simple as putting your shoes on, showing up, and connecting with your community.”
The walk takes place from 9-10 a.m. on the third Saturday of every month at Murphey Candler Park, 1551 West Nancy Creek Drive, Brookhaven. The event begins at Trailhead East.
Topics include:
Saturday, April 19: Stress and Health
Saturday, May 17: Men’s Mental Health
Saturday, June 21: Alzheimer’s Disease
Saturday, July 19: Protein: Myths and Facts
Saturday, Aug. 16: Sun Safety
Saturday, Sept. 20: Healthy Aging
Saturday, Oct. 18: Breast Cancer
Saturday, Nov. 15: Type 2 Diabetes
Saturday, Dec. 20: Holiday Grief
“Walk with a Doc is just another way Brookhaven Parks and Recreation is dedicated to the health and wellness initiative and working together to make Brookhaven better together,” said Brookhaven Parks and Recreation Director Michael King.
New participants are required to register here.