HEALTH HERO Nomination Form
A HEALTH HERO is someone who leads by example, and is a model to other employees; consistently exhibiting behaviors that have helped them improve or maintain their health.
A HEALTH HERO is someone who has made a significant effort and progress in changing their lifestyle to incorporate health practices such as consistent exercise, healthy eating, managing stress, etc.
A HEALTH HERO is someone who has achieved a significant milestone such as significant weight loss (>10%), tobacco cessation, completing their first 5K run, etc.
I would like to nominate the individual below as a “HEALTH HERO”
Nominee Information:Name: David F. Long, MD
Department: Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, Brain Injury Medical Director
Reason for Nomination:
Reason for Nomination: Dr. Long was nominated by a colleague who noticed his weight loss. Dr. Long reported that he experienced a bout of dizziness and not feeling well last spring, which prompted him to get a complete medical workup. Fortunately the cause wasn’t serious, but he decided the brief health scare was enough to get him to commit to improving his diet and his health. He committed to eating healthier, losing weight and getting in better physical condition. He now focuses on nutrient dense foods such as fruits and vegetables, beans, seeds, nuts, etc. He reports that 90% of his diet is plant based with occasional seafood or poultry and avoids dairy products and red meat. He does not restrict all carbs, but avoids the white starches of bread, pasta, rice, etc. and especially avoids sweets or foods with added sugar.
Dr. Long has lost over 65 pounds so far and feels much better with more energy and stamina. His cholesterol and hemoglobin A1c readings have been reduced, and his fitness has improved due to 2-3 days per week of exercise. He reports that once you get in the habit of this type of diet, you don’t miss the sweets, fried foods, etc. that he used to like. By sharing his experience, Dr. Long can help to motivate others that changing your eating habits is very possible, and well worth the effort. That is why he is our Health Hero for November.
Congratulations Dr. Long!
Nominated By: (Print Name) Joseph P. Gallagher, Physician Liaison, BMRH
Signature: Joseph P. Gallagher (electronic) ______Forward all completed nomination forms to