Our Medical Providers
Diana Pallin, MD
Dr. Diana Pallin is board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association. She has been practicing Obesity Medicine since 2013.
"My interest in treating obesity started early on in medical school as many of my close family members were struggling to control their weight. Unfortunately, medical school and my residency program did not offer much in the way of nutrition and lifestyle medicine training.
After completing my residency in Internal Medicine, I pursued further training in Obesity Medicine and incorporated the four pillars of medical weight management into my practice to help my patients lose and maintain a healthy weight. The four pillars of medical weight management include nutrition and exercise counseling, behavior modification, and prescribing FDA-approved anti-obesity medication.
Becoming an obesity medicine specialist allows me to help my patients improve their health and quality of life, lose weight safely and prevent developing chronic metabolic conditions associated with carrying extra weight.”
Jessica May, CRNP
Jessica is an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) who earned her Master’s degree at Neumann University. Her interest in preventative medicine started whileworking in an acute care setting.
“I have been working in an acute care setting since 2009. I have personally seen the complications associated with disease processes that can be easily prevented and treated with the right support from the medical community. Although obesity is now recognized as a chronic disease, the general medical community still lacks the education themselves to treat obesity and its associated problems effectively.
I chose to pursue my degree in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care in order to help patients prevent and treat conditions with education and lifestyle interventions. Working with Dr. Pallin at New Start Medical, I have been able to see my patients improve their mental and physical well-being and get back to living their best lives possible.”
Katherine Grinberg, PA-C
Katherine Grinberg is a Physician Associate (PA-C) who earned her Master’s degree at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Penn State Abington. Katherine is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
“My passion has always been to help and support people along their journey. Becoming a PA has helped me pursue my passion to provide the best quality care. Obesity medicine and working with Dr. Pallin allows me to continue to find ways to help people with their weight loss journey by following obesity medicine guidelines. There is no greater joy than being part of someone’s health journey and seeing them improve their health.”
Colleen McElroy, CRNP
Colleen is an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who earned her Master’s Degree at Thomas Jefferson University. She became board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in 2018.
Colleen’s nursing career began at the bedside, where she spent ten years caring for patients in both telemetry and intensive care unit settings. She then spent six years as a nurse practitioner, first with a Hospitalist Department and later in a Cardiac Catheterization Lab. This extensive experience in acute and critical care has provided her with a strong clinical foundation and a deep understanding of the complex health conditions that can impact her patients.
“By spending my early nursing career in the hospital setting, I witnessed many patients struggling with the long-term effects of obesity and its associated health conditions. The realization that hospital care is often reactive inspired me to shift my focus toward a more proactive approach through preventative care and obesity medicine. I enjoy educating and empowering my patients, providing them with the knowledge and tools they need to make changes, while also serving as a support system as they navigate their journey toward better health. I am proud to be a part of Dr. Pallin’s New Start Medical team and look forward to helping my patients live healthier lives through meaningful, sustainable change.”
Rebecca Neitheimer, CRNP
Rebecca is an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (NP) who earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Temple University. She is committed to providing compassionate, thorough, and individualized patient care.
“I chose to become a Nurse Practitioner to build meaningful relationships with my patients and create a supportive environment where they feel empowered to make lasting improvements to their health. Working with Dr. Pallin at New Start Medical has strengthened my understanding of obesity medicine and has allowed me to experience firsthand the positive impact that comprehensive care, education, and lifestyle changes can have on someone’s health and overall quality of life. I value helping my patients navigate their journey toward better health and providing the support they need along the way.”
