Led by Dr. Darrell Vaughan, the monthly Walk with a Doc program in Okinawa, Japan is building health and community through movement, friendship, and service.
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Renewed Friendship in Lancaster, UK
Earlier this year, a woman attended one of Dr. Nick Johnstone’s weekly Walk with a Doc events in Lancaster, UK. She was expecting a nice stroll and a bit of health advice. What she didn’t expect was to recognize a childhood friend that she hadn’t seen in over 40 years!
Walking the Talk: A Physician’s Journey to Building a Lifestyle Medicine Walking Community in Pakistan
“Once a full-time physician on the edge of burnout, I was driven, depleted, and disconnected—from myself and from what truly heals. These Walk with a Doc events, and the community that surrounds them, have gently transformed me—not just into a better professional, but into a more present, compassionate, and healing human being.”
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
“I felt more energetic and refreshed after each walk. The friendships, the fellowship, and the guidance from our doctors made all the difference… Walk with a Doc is for those who wish to improve their personal wellbeing and to be healthier and stronger.”
National Walking Day 2025
National Walking Day is on April 2, 2025! Our team at Walk with a Doc has had this date circled on our calendar for months. While we tend to find every reason we can to brag about the life-changing power of walking, the 1st Wednesday of April always gives us a good excuse to take […]
Saturday
Good morning! We had a new member at last Saturday’s Walk with a Doc. It all started when we saw Bob (not his real name) in our cardiology office. Bob’s a new patient who just moved to Columbus. Since Bob’s heart attack (2013), he’s made impressive changes. Many of his cardiac risk factors (blood pressure, […]
Every Step Tells a Story
As we approach our 20th anniversary in 2025, we’re deeply grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many lives through Walk with a Doc. This year alone, our volunteer doctors hosted thousands of free walks in nearly 600 communities around the world. Thanks to supporters like you, our movement continues to grow and thrive, […]
Welcome New Board Members
We are thrilled to welcome THREE incredible new members to the Walk with a Doc Board of Directors! These amazing women bring a wealth of experience and passion to the mission of Walk with a Doc.
Dietary Fats & Recommendations for Heart Health
Thanks to everyone who joined us at the LM2024 conference! Dr. Sabgir, alongside Lily Correa, MPH, RDN, DipACLM, presented Dietary Fats Decoded: Recommendations for Heart Health. Although dietary fat plays a critical role in cardiovascular health, there is a great deal of confusion around this nutrient and how it fits into a healthful eating pattern. […]
Alrington, Texas
“I love seeing the energy of the seniors who have participated and committed to setting walk goals and giving their best, knowing that Walk with a Doc provides a safe way to walk with the help of volunteer walk partners (as needed).”