Anna F. Newby, R.D., L.D.

Hometown:

Fort Smith, AR

Office Location:

Lenexa and Stanley Office

Education – College & Degree

Undergraduate:

Onachita Baptist University (Arkadelphia, Arkansas)

Graduate Degree:

University of Kansas Medical Center, Master of Science in Nutrition

Certification(s):

Certified Diabetes Educator

Area(s) of Speciality:

Nutrition, diabetes and cardiovascular disease

Personal

What got me interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field:

I was first intrigued with the health-promoting properties of foods in college. I was interested in pursuing a health-related field, and this seemed like a perfect fit, incorporating a wellness–based approach to health focusing on making healthy lifestyle changes.

Core beliefs about practicing medicine:

I deeply believe in the power of healthy foods to fight disease and restore balance to the body.

My interests/hobbies:

I enjoy cooking, running, being in the great outdoors, and playing with my son.

Family:

I am married to Sam Newby and we have one son so far, Wyatt. These two guys are the joy of my life. My husband is the pastor of Bridgeport Church, a Christian community in the downtown/ crossroads district here in Kansas City.

My Favorite Personal Quote:

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” – Helen Keller