Lifestyle Medicine:
Hypertension
To treat and manage high blood pressure.
One of the most common conditions patients face today is high blood pressure or hypertension. This condition puts a greater strain on the heart and can increase the risk of stroke or cardiac arrest. In Kinwell’s new program for managing hypertension, patients will learn to improve lifestyle habits—eating better, getting quality sleep, moving more, and managing stress.
Thursdays, January 29 – March 12,
6:45 – 8:00 am
Kinwell’s Lifestyle Medicine: Hypertension program consists of four group appointments over eight weeks. Patients are provided with a blood pressure monitor and learn how to monitor their blood pressure over time. The resulting data is reviewed by a clinician to help connect specific events with their impact on blood pressure.
These group medical appointments, led by Dr. Kathleen Tonti-Horne and health coach Heidi Beer, help patients feel better in their bodies through lifestyle changes. This will be a safe space for sharing experiences and ideas, and drawing strength from others with the same goals and challenges.
Who can attend?
This course is open to patients 18 and older who have established primary care with a Kinwell clinician. Patients must be located in Washington state to attend these virtual appointments.
These classes are group medical appointments. Co-pays and fees will apply based on your medical plan. To learn more about the costs involved and to register, call (206) 360-9298 or fill out the form below and a member of our team will reach out to you.
Dr. Kathleen Tonti-Horne
Dr. Kathleen Tonti-Horne earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Dominican College of San Rafael and her Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, Irvine. She completed her residency in Family Practice at the Eau Claire Family Medicine Clinic at the University of Wisconsin. She is certified by the American Board of Family Practice and has over thirty years of experience practicing medicine in California,Wisconsin, and Washington.
Dr. Tonti-Horne served as the medical director of Monterey County Jail where she was able to help improve the health of inmates struggling with addiction. Before joining Kinwell, she was the medical director at the VAMC community-based outpatient clinic in Silverdale. She led her outpatient clinical team and was able to advocate for veterans by helping to establish the veteran’s advisory board.
Dr. Kathleen Tonti-Horne joined Kinwell in July of 2022 and has been instrumental in helping establish processes for operational improvement for both patients and Kinwell staff. She is particularly supportive of virtual care and group appointments that leverage the benefits of mutual support.
Heidi Beer
Heidi Beer is a board-certified Health and Wellness Coach and has worked in the field for over 30 years. Her degree is in exercise science, where she holds a passion for ensuring exercise is beneficial and fun. She has an extensive background as a specialist in behavior change, fitness, diabetes, and nutrition. She has been a multi-sport coach along with enjoying participating in duathlons, triathlons, and winter activities. As a Health and Wellness Coach, Heidi can offer support, empathy, and accountability in the areas you want to improve on.