Dr. Shayla Nettey, practices as a skilled physician board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. She is the co-founder of Cooking on Purpose Health, an innovative virtual direct-care practice that focuses on preventing health issues and provides accountability in living a healthy lifestyle.  Additionally, she holds a role as the chief clinical strategist at a distinguished healthcare design agency located in Boston.

Her journey started at Morehouse School of Medicine, where she received her training  and met the love of her life- her husband. Today, their family is blessed with a vivacious 5-year-old daughter.

Here core belief is that food isn’t just about satisfying our cravings—it is medicine that has the power to be a stepping stone to overall wellness.  She recognizes the challenges that some communities face with food insecurity.  In response, she participates in community events to lead cooking workshops and real conversations about culturally relevant food in North Carolina and Georgia.

Mixing her love for cooking, her role as a doctor, and her knack for design, she takes a totally different approach to health education.  Through her virtual care practice, social media presence, and cooking, she’s letting others know health and wellness doesn’t come with a one size fits all label. In fact, she’s all about showcasing the multitude of pathways that lead to a healthier, happier you.