I am a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with advanced clinical training and a strong foundation in evidence-based practice. My professional background includes caring for patients with complex chronic conditions, where medication safety, careful monitoring, and long-term outcomes are essential.

At WHC Metabolic Health, weight management is approached as a chronic, multifactorial medical condition. Treatment plans are individualized and grounded in current clinical guidelines, with patient safety as the primary priority.

This practice was created to offer a medically sound alternative to commercial and trend-driven weight loss programs. My goal is to support patients in achieving meaningful, sustainable weight loss while protecting overall metabolic health.

WHY WHC METABOLIC HEALTH

No extremes. No shortcuts. No pressure.

• Extended visits with your provider

• Individualized treatment plans

• Medication used only when clinically appropriate

• Focus on long-term health, not rapid weight loss

If you are looking for medically supervised weight loss focused on safety and sustainability, WHC Metabolic Health offers a different approach.

Katie Barkei APN-FPA, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC