Reclaim Your Health on Your Terms
Whether you’re overwhelmed by the healthcare system or ready to thrive outside it, I offer compassionate & evidence-based guidance that respects your autonomy and intelligence.
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Personalized support for your health journey
Health Coaching & Counseling
Free 30 minute initial consult
Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, a diagnostic journey, or simply feeling disconnected from your body, I offer judgement-free guidance rooted in both science and humanity. Let’s collaborate to build sustainable habits and support your well-being.
$100.00/hour
Healthcare Advocacy & Coordination
Free 30 minute initial consult
From decoding chart notes and imaging reports to prepping for doctor’s visits, I help you navigate the healthcare maze with confidence. As a former physician, I translate medical complexity into plain language and stand with you to ensure your voice is heard and your needs are respected.
$100.00/hour
Nutrition Counseling & Weight Management
Free 30 minute initial consult
Together, we’ll explore how food and movement makes you feel, align nutrition with your specific health needs, and build flexible meal plans that support your energy, digestion, and long-term health. I am weight inclusive, non-diet, and ready to meet you wherever you are in your journey.
$100.00/hour
Meg Anthony, DO
I am a U.S.-trained physician (DO) and board-certified internist who spent years practicing primary care until I could no longer reconcile my oath to “do no harm” with a system that routinely denies, delays, and depersonalizes care for profit.
Now, as a health coach and advocate, I put my clinical expertise to work for people and not corporations. I use a collaborative approach to support you in your health journey, help you assert your needs, and build a sustainable path that honors your whole life.
Although I have a wide range of clinical experiences, my particular expertise includes:
Dysautonomia and related syndromes including hEDS, connective tissue disorders, POTS, MCAS, ME/CFS, Long COVID
Neurodivergence (ADHD, ASD) & common co-morbid conditions
LGBTQ+ health including gender diverse care & sexual health
Menopause & Perimenopause
Metabolic syndromes including MASLD (“fatty liver”), Diabetes, Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol), Hypertension & Obesity
Insomnia (difficulty sleeping)
Preventive health & optimizing healthspan (years spent in good health)
I consider myself a life-long learner, and I am constantly learning more from my clients and colleagues. I aim to balance open-mindedness with appropriate scrutiny to provide you the most up-to-date guidance driven by high-quality evidence.
Outside of my career, I live a nomadic, off-grid lifestyle aboard a wooden sailboat. I spend most of my days with my wife and four cats completing boat projects in foreign locations, cooking nutritious meals, and reading & writing a wide variety of books and news articles. I am particularly passionate about the intersection of politics & healthcare and how this impacts us all.
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Doctors diagnose and treat diseases using strict allopathic (Western medicine) standards. Additionally, doctors are typically greatly constrained by insurance companies. Health coaching is about you: your goals, your values, and your lived experience. I don’t prescribe or order labs, but I do offer ample time and practical support to help you understand your body, navigate the system, and build sustainable habits that align with your life.
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Absolutely! In fact, due to my background in primary care and internal medicine, I have extensive clinical experience working with a wide variety of complex conditions. Please see the “about” section above for a list of conditions I specialize in—though keep in mind this list is not exhaustive. I am constantly learning from both my clients and research, and I am dedicated to fully supporting my clients no matter their diagnoses.
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I would love to! As a board-certified physician, I recognize the privilege I carry within the healthcare system. Now I want to use this privilege to support those that have been dismissed by their providers and/or the system. Keep in mind that I can only attend appointments virtually, though this remains a very powerful tool for personalized patient advocacy.
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I’m a former internal medicine physician who walked away from clinical practice because I refused to let insurance companies dictate care. That means I bring real medical literacy without the gatekeeping. I don’t sell quick fixes, push supplements, or treat you like a “case.” Instead, I offer clinical experience, advocacy, and partnership rooted in your autonomy. Think of me as your guide through the system, not another cog in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Generally, I do not recommend specific supplements or medications. However, I am more than happy to review and discuss the current evidence behind the use of specific supplements and medications as it relates to your health situation. I do not sell supplements or prescribe medications myself. Overall, I aim to help patients avoid the need for medications and supplements whenever possible, especially given the potential harms.
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Although I am not legally bound by HIPAA in this role, I continue to practice strict privacy standards that are in line with HIPAA. I take client confidentiality very seriously and utilize a HIPAA-compliant platform for all care.
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Unfortunately I am not able to bill insurance because I now reside outside of the US. I do plan to offer a limited amount of low cost and free sessions for those in need at a future date. Please contact me using the form below if this is an option you are interested in.
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Although I am still licensed and board-certified in Internal Medicine, I am not currently practicing. After years in primary care, I could no longer reconcile my commitment to patient well-being with a system that prioritizes profit over people and continues to enact systemic violence. Now, I use my knowledge and experience to empower people outside that structure, without billing codes, corporate policies, or moral compromise.
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Contact Me
Interested in working together? Have some questions or feedback? Fill out the provided form to get in touch. If you are an active client, you can also send me a message through the client portal by visiting the link below.
Health Coaching & Counseling
During coaching sessions, we review evidence-driven strategies to improve your current quality of life and/or overall health, depending on your specific goals and health situation.
I work with people in all states of health. Thus, sometimes these sessions are more focused on maximizing healthspan and longevity whereas other sessions may be more focused on relieving ongoing symptoms, maximizing daily function & quality of life, and improving overall understanding of current health conditions.
I do not prescribe medications or supplements nor do I make formal diagnoses. However, I have both the knowledge base and clinical experience to help you understand the full range of diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or preventive options available to you based on your health situation and goals.
During our sessions, I allow ample time to thoroughly discuss each option so you can be as informed as possible. We also spend time reviewing daily habits in detail and crafting concrete steps tailored to your goals. After most sessions, I provide additional patient-focused resources so you can continue to build on our discussions between sessions and further refine your care.
Each service provided starts with a free 30 minute consultation to review health history, set primary goals and expectations, and to ensure we are a good match.
Healthcare Advocacy & Coordination
This service is primarily intended for those that are experiencing roadblocks and frustrations within the healthcare system that may be causing delays or outright denials of adequate care. 70% of patients do not feel heard by their doctors, and the structures of the healthcare system only exacerbate this problem. During these sessions, we will create concrete steps to improve patient-provider communication, shorten time-to-diagnosis, and better refine your care plan.
I also offer direct coordination with your medical team to further support patient-provider communication and create a smoother care process. Optionally, I can even join you for your medical visits to amplify your voice and help bridge the gaps between you and your provider. As a physician, I understand how doctors are trained to think, and I now utilize this understanding to help you get the quality care you deserve.
Additionally, I offer “pre-visit prep” during which we prepare for your upcoming medical visits in order to maximize the limited time you have with your provider. Across the country, the average medical appointment length continues to shorten; today, most patients get about 7 minutes with their provider per visit. I help make sure that time is maximized as much as possible to prevent delays in diagnosis and care.
Each service provided starts with a free 30 minute consultation to review health history, set primary goals and expectations, and to ensure we are a good match.
Nutrition Counseling & Weight Management
This service largely focuses around the concept of "food as medicine." During these sessions, I provide targeted and specific nutritional guidance tailored for your specific health situation. I am especially experienced in the clinical management of metabolic syndromes, obesity, and digestive disorders (IBS, constipation, Celiac, gut motility concerns, etc).
In addition to nutritional counseling, I also provide guidance for physical activity based on your physical restrictions, daily schedule/routine, and current habits. We will also review how movement and exercise impacts overall well-being and digestion as well as how to implement enjoyable exercise or movement into your routine. My primary goal is to provide actionable steps that feel easy for you to implement so you can improve your nutrition & activity regardless of your limitations.
Additionally, I am very knowledgeable regarding the various weight loss medications available, how they work, and how to adjust nutrition accordingly. I am anti-diet and instead make recommendations based on your specific needs and goals.
I have personally struggled with obesity intermittently throughout my life and have thus gained a first-hand understanding of this complex chronic condition. Armed with both personal and clinical experiences, I now use my expertise to help others find their own balance within the intersections of body positivity, nutrition, physical activity, and overall health.
Each service provided starts with a free 30 minute consultation to review health history, set primary goals and expectations, and to ensure we are a good match.