: About Me

Chad A. Rhoden, M.D., Ph. D. has a medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He earned a doctoral degree in exercise science (nutrition minor) from the University of Mississippi. Dr. Rhoden competed residency training in Family Medicine at North Mississippi Medical Center. He has also completed residency training in Preventive Medicine at the University of South Carolina. He is board certified by both the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Preventive Medicine as a Public Health and General Preventive Medicine specialist. He is the only physician in the state with both board certifications and Dr.Rhoden is one of only a handful of in the nation with these credentials. There are no other preventive medicine specialists in the state that also have a doctoral degree in Exercise Science and nutrition, and again there are no more than a handful in the nation. Dr. Rhoden is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist (American College of Nutrition) and an Exercise Specialist (American College of Sports Medicine). He earned status as a Health Promotion Director while in training at the Cooper Aerobics Center (Dallas, TX).

He is a member and/ or consultant for the following organizations: Medical Fitness Association, American Medical Association, American Cancer Society, American College of Preventive Medicine, American College of Sports Medicine American College of Nutrition, American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, American Heart Association, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, American Association of Family Practice, American Society of Hypertension, NAASO-The Obesity Society, American College of Gastroenterology, National Lipid Association,Tobacco Free Mississippi, Mississippi State Medical Association, Mississippi Alliance for School Health (MASH), MAAD (Diabetes Prevention), Partnership for a Healthier Mississippi, Mississippi Department of Health Cardiovascular Disease Task Force, Mississippi Chronic Illness Coalition, Mississippi Worksite Health Promotion, American Cancer Society.
Dr. Rhoden currently is the Clinical & Research Director of Preventive Medicine and Health Promotion at Mississippi Baptist Health Systems in Jackson, Mississippi. Dr. Rhoden's training makes him a leading Health Promotion medical expert, educator, and health management consultant to health care providers and industry. MBHS is a non-profit leader in healthcare innovation for this region. Dr. Rhoden's particular expertise is in cardiometabolic and other chronic diseases. As a preventive medicine leader, Dr. Rhoden is an expert of scientific evidence in Preventive Medicine, implementation of effective clinical programming and services, and in provision of education and knowledge to surrounding communities. Dr. Rhoden has been responsible for a number of health educational grants designated for his expert speaking on chronic diseases that threaten the health of our Nation. Dr. Rhoden has also been involved in scientific research involving chronic disease and its prevention.

Now that my credentials have necessarily been stated (hopefully I did not bore you too much) , please let me share with you why I have chosen to write..

As a physician, I embrace the mission to make life better for all. As a recognized expert in my field, hopefully my writing provides knowledge and insight to help improve well-being at work, home, and at play. I strive to help health-conscious consumers make informed choices about health products and health services. It has been my goal since a youth to have an impact on the health of our publicnow my current professional role in our community has finally made this a reality. My mission in authoring is to become a recognized leader for health promotion and health education not only in our region but also in our nation-because I am passionate about this cause! Unfortunately, in today's society, it is difficult to know which "health literature" to trust because it is written by everyone and anyone! Hopefully, I will earn the trust of my audience on the topic of optimum health advice and become a trusted teacher and motivator of great health in our culture.

Although my writings are based on expert scientific evidence, it is written for the non -healthcare person to understand easily and with common language and sometimes even some integrated humor where appropriate. I do not proclaim any miraculous treatments and/or therapiesI guess you could say in a way, my philosophy is a mix between "old fashioned" and innovation using 21st century medical expertise in discussion. While I am open-minded and support the use of some non-traditional therapies for some conditions, I will not advocate use of therapies that are inaccurate, unscientific, and/or unproven. I believe in modern medicine, but I also believe that we still have much room for improvement as well. I speak to the reader with the same integrity that I would use with a familiar patient of mine.

I would be interested in a publishing relationship for my 2008 book titled Your Optimum Health-A Pathway to Peace and Prosperity. Not coincidentally, the title of my book is "Your Optimum Health", because my goal is to do just that! Your Optimum Health provides, in my opinion, the most current reliable and credible information available on healthagain that is my mission. My book is honest expert opinion of current health in the US todayfor many levels of reader education and consists of simple scientific evidence/reference as well as interesting anecdotal stories. This book combines expert advice with a real-life view of where we stand today and the most prevailing health issues in our nation. I cover a wide range of health issues including but not limited to disease state management, nutrition and diet, vitamins, minerals, herbs and other nutritional supplements, exercise and fitness, and environmental issues, and alternative medicine.

Thank you sincerely for choosing to read what I offer.I am hopeful that it will make a difference in your life!

"Optimum health contributes to peace and prosperity."

My passion is ...

Optimum Health

My parents always told me ...

moderation is the key to life

My childhood ambition ...

to become a doctor and a professional football player (completed 1/2:)

Why I write ...

to share the keys to great health with others

My first job ...

fitness center attendant

My best moment ...

I hope it is yet to come

My inspiration ...

my wife and family

Health & Fitness > Exercise (Other) Alternative exercise programs for people bored with walking

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Take the stairs to get physical activity. Of course, most know about the importance of physical activity on our health. Well, did you know that there are many ways that we can get physical activity with good daily habits? For example, take the stairs as opposed to the elevator (or escalator which is often only one floor). This topic could have very well been a part of the physical activity chapter, but I felt it a good idea to give a reminder about remaining physically active. Emphasis on taking the stairs as a regular good habit also deserves a little added attention than mere mention. St...

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