Essen Health Care and OwnaHealth Join Forces to Combat Diabetes and Obesity

Strategic Partnership to Enhance Health Care

In a groundbreaking development, Essen Health Care, a prominent multi-specialty provider dedicated to advancing health equity, has joined forces with OwnaHealth, a pioneering healthcare organization. This partnership aims to revolutionize diabetes and obesity care specifically for Medicaid patients and underserved populations in New York City, particularly within the Bronx. By integrating personalized lifestyle and nutritional adjustments, this collaboration seeks to address the pressing health issues faced by many individuals in these communities.

Focus on Integrated Healthcare

Essen Health Care focuses on delivering accessible, high-quality care to marginalized communities. The organization has emphasized its commitment to empowering patients and ensuring they receive the necessary support to improve their health outcomes. This new partnership with OwnaHealth will allow Essen Health to offer advanced, evidence-based solutions to manage chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity.

Founded by the renowned endocrinologist Dr. Mariela Glandt, OwnaHealth offers a unique and clinically validated approach that entails comprehensive management of diabetes and obesity. The program is particularly tailored for those patients under Medicaid who often experience difficulty accessing adequate healthcare resources. Through this collaboration, patients enrolled in Essen Health Care will now benefit from OwnaHealth’s innovative clinical and lifestyle management programs, which provide a holistic approach by integrating medical, social, and behavioral healthcare resources.

Commitment to Patient-Centric Solutions

The partnership emphasizes the importance of a patient-centric model of care. Individuals participating in the OwnaHealth program are matched with dedicated health coaches, dietitians, and medical professionals who provide 24/7 support. This personalized approach helps cater to the specific needs of each patient, significantly enhancing their ability to manage their conditions effectively.

One of the critical components of OwnaHealth's strategy is the implementation of nutritional ketosis, which has yielded impressive clinical results. Patients with Type 2 diabetes have reported a remarkable 24% reduction in HbA1c levels. Additionally, a significant number of patients have successfully lost at least 15% of their body weight, leading to improved overall health and vitality.

Not only does this initiative help patients achieve substantial weight loss, but it also reduces their reliance on medications, with some individuals completely eliminating prescriptions. Mental health improvements are equally compelling, with reported reductions of 35% in depression scores and 45% in anxiety symptoms. The high engagement rates of the program demonstrate its effectiveness; 95% of members interact regularly with their health coaches, while the program boasts a remarkable retention rate of 96%—a testament to its impactful design driven by AI technology.

A Shared Vision for Health Equity

Dr. Glandt has expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to bring OwnaHealth's proven, sustainable solutions to help improve health outcomes for the substantial number of Medicaid members at Essen Health Care. Our alliance reflects a shared commitment to transforming lives, particularly in underserved communities, by directly addressing diabetes and obesity with a personalized, evidence-based approach."

Echoing this sentiment, Dr. Sumir Sahgal, founder and medical director of Essen Health Care, emphasized the significance of this collaboration in advancing patient health outcomes. He remarked, "At Essen Health Care, our mission has always been to provide compassionate, high-quality care to those who need it most. Our partnership with OwnaHealth enhances our ability to tackle two of the most pressing chronic conditions—diabetes and obesity—by utilizing innovative, tailored care delivery models that empower our patients to live healthier lives. Together, we are setting a new standard for accessible and effective healthcare in underserved communities."

About Essen Health Care

Essen Health Care is an integrated, multi-specialty healthcare provider dedicated to delivering quality, compassionate, and accessible medical services to underserved residents in New York State. With a focus on integrated care and patient empowerment, Essen offers a comprehensive suite of services, including primary care, behavioral health, and specialty care, all aimed at improving access and health outcomes.

For further information, visit Essen Health Care.

About OwnaHealth

OwnaHealth is a groundbreaking healthcare organization committed to transforming the lives of individuals dealing with diabetes and obesity, particularly within Medicaid and underserved communities. Utilizing a unique, personalized approach that combines clinical expertise with round-the-clock support and engagement tools driven by AI, OwnaHealth is pioneering sustainable health improvements and redefining chronic disease management through evidence-based solutions centered on the patient.

For more details, visit OwnaHealth.