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Ha T. Hatley, MD Advocates for Long-Term Health Over Quick Fixes
She says 42% of U.S. adults have obesity and telehealth can help patients build routines that support lasting change.
- Hatley, a board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine based in Edwardsville, Illinois, is advocating for sustainable, system-based approaches to weight care through nationwide telehealth services.
- According to the CDC, over 42% of adults in the United States are affected by obesity, while nearly 6 in 10 adults live with chronic disease, conditions often linked to lifestyle patterns rather than isolated events.
- With telehealth usage remaining significantly higher than pre-2020 levels, Hatley provides consistent care that fits into daily routines, helping patients move away from short-term thinking.
- Defining health as "a system of small decisions repeated over time," Hatley focuses on reducing friction in daily routines; "consistency always shows up later," she added.
- Serving as a physician in the Army National Guard, Hatley is pursuing an MBA to strengthen her leadership in healthcare operations and system-wide improvement strategies.
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