Ultimate Metabolism Diet (eBook)

Scott Rigden, M.D. practices medicine in Chandler, Arizona, where he specializes in weight-loss management (bariatrics) and nutritional approaches to chronic illness. His long-standing professional interest in obesity began with his own weight struggles as a child and teen, when he had to lose 65 pounds. After graduating cum laude from Cornell University, he completed his medical studies at St. Louis University Medical School and the Family Practice residency program at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan. During this time, Dr. Rigden published original research on the long-term medical consequences of the small bowel bypass surgery procedure for weight loss.In addition to maintaining his busy practice, Dr. Rigden has presented many classes and seminars to lay people and fellow professionals on obesity and related topics. He has published numerous articles and is the author of "Take It Off -- the Weight Workbook."The American Society of Bariatric Physicians honored him as one of 15 recipients in its 50-year history with the designation of Fellow for his excellence in the field of Bariatrics. Dr. Rigden also earned the honor of being named HealthComm Researcher of the Year for his work on chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. He is a pioneer in the emerging field of functional medicine, a medical discipline that emphasizes integration of the whole person and nutritional biochemistry. Dr. Rigden received the Institute of Functional Medicine Outstanding Contribution Award. He is a Diplomate and Fellow of the American Board of Family Practice and a Diplomate of the American Board of Bariatric Medicine.