About
Meet Your Partner in Metabolic Health
Hi, I’m Dr. Romina, a board-certified pediatrician, adult and children obesity medicine specialist, ketogenic nutrition expert, and certified metabolic health coach. But before all of that, I was a teen and then a woman who followed all the conventional advice and still struggled with my weight and health.
For most of my life, I counted calories, tried to eat in moderation, and stayed active, but I often felt low on energy and hungry. Everything changed after my second pregnancy when complications forced me to restrict my activity, leading to unexpected weight gain. As I approached my 40s while caring for a baby and a toddler, my body stopped responding to my previous efforts. I felt foggy, exhausted, and emotionally drained.
It was during a Harvard Obesity Medicine conference that I was first introduced to low-carb and ketogenic nutrition. I’ll admit—I was skeptical at first. But I’ve always believed that true and lasting health begins with what we eat and how we live. Medications and surgery have their place, but nutrition and lifestyle are the foundation of healing. So, I decided to give it a try. At that point, I had nothing to lose—and everything to gain.
That decision changed everything for me.
With this new way of eating, I experienced increased energy, no post-meal crashes, no cravings, better mental clarity, more stable moods, and deeper sleep—even with a baby waking me during the night. I was able to be more physically active, think clearly, navigate my days with ease and confidence, which helped me work on further lifestyle changes to feel even better.
Since then, I’ve spent nearly a decade deepening my expertise in therapeutic carbohydrate restriction and holistic lifestyle interventions—combining the science of medicine with the art of coaching to guide real, lasting change. Through this work, I help individuals and families reconnect with the truth that health begins from within. When we focus on restoring our metabolic health and nurturing our well-being with intention and self-compassion, we begin a powerful journey of healing, not driven by numbers on a scale, but by how we feel, function, and flourish.
This is about more than weight. It’s about living with energy, clarity, confidence, and purpose—aging with strength, showing up fully for ourselves and our loved ones, and building a life that reflects true wellness from the inside out.
✨ If you’re ready to begin your transformation, I’d be honored to walk beside you.
Why I Created Holistic Metabolic Health
This practice was born from both professional insight and personal experience. I understand how frustrating it is when your body no longer responds, your energy dips, your mind fogs, and you feel like you’ve tried everything. That’s why I approach care not just as a physician but as a guide who’s been through it.
Holistic Metabolic Health is a judgment-free, supportive, evidence-based space for individuals who feel stuck and overwhelmed, just like I once did. Whether you’re dealing with insulin resistance, weight struggles, fatty liver, prediabetes, or simply feeling off, you’re not alone—and there is a path forward.
Here, we work together to:
This is not about punishment, obsession, or chasing perfection. It’s about reconnecting with your body, healing from the inside out, and learning to care for yourself in an empowering, energizing, and sustainable way. ✨
When we shift the focus from the scale to the quality of our daily lives, we unlock something far greater than weight loss—we build a life rooted in vitality, confidence, and self-respect.
✨ If you’re ready to move forward with clarity and purpose, I’d love to support you.
📍 Book your first consultation today, and let’s explore where you are metabolically—and how we can begin your transformation together.