Kerry Westfall is a passionate man
devoted to improving life of everyone he comes in contact with. In 1994, Kerry was diagnosed with a debilitating
neuromuscular disease called Friedreichs Ataxia. This condition affects fine-motor function as well as his heart. When he
was diagnosed, he was devastated. He went in to a depression for about two years. In 1996 he enrolled in Junior college,
since his family couldn't afford to send him to a university. Kerry found his true calling in programming and software
development. He grew fast as he was soon one of the top CSIS students in his college. He had a particular talent in data
modeling and search algorithms in C++, he whizzed through programming classes and in 1998 was offered a teaching
internship at his college CSIS department. At about the same time, a company called Microsoft had been told of his
talent, impressed by his talent, they flew him to Redmond, WA to talk with hiring managers. He flew up and spoke with 14
interested groups and before he flew home, an offer was made. A month later, he packed up everything and went to
washington to work for Microsoft corporation.
Several years later as Kerry was advancing in his career at Microsoft, Kerry was introduced to a family who had two children with the same condition as he, Friedreichs Ataxia. This opened up his world. He began going to local support meetings and in 2003, he went to the National Ataxia Foundation conference in Atlanta, GA where he met hundreds of kids with FA, medical researchers and Ron Bartek. Ron is the president of Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA). He approached Kerry because he learned that Kerry wanted to help FARA out by using his resources at Microsoft. Ron detailed a problem; FA is in the treatment era and so needs to keep multiple centers across the world up-to-date and so they can instantly share information and findings while performing clinical trials and inputting scale data. Kerry joined the scales team, sponsored by FARA, and designed an infinitely scalable, remotely secure and nearly error-proof architecture which solved the major problems identified with clinical trials. The project won several awards and Kerry was praised by upper executives at Microsoft. In September, 2003. Kerry suffered a severe case of heart failure induced by stress at work. He was admitted to the Critical Care Unit for heart trauma for six days, upon his release he was advised to move back home and reduce his stress by taking a 6-month break from work. So he did. He returned 6-months later, this time working from California, so he could be close to family. Things were back to normal for six months until Microsoft laid Kerry off. The brilliant mind of Kerry Westfall was no longer wanted.
Friedreichs Ataxia is now in the treatment era, the IT program which Kerry immeasurably contributed to is playing a very large part in the FDA screening process and eventual approval of new candidates to cure Friedreichs Ataxia... Kerry started the Westfall Foundation in 2006. This public charity has a focus on direct contributions to medical research . One of Kerry's passions is fitness. So as his first project, he is producing a film which details his workout regime, jointly developed by his personal weight trainer, Ed Ferrell, and he. This film has appearances by several leading doctors. The purpose of this film is to show that disabled people can go to` a gym, and have a positive experience, the film also features a nutritionist who details a proper diet as well as supplements to use. A neurologist talks extensively on how to manage conditions such as neuromuscular disease, and gives general tips on neuro-health and what everyone should be doing. Finally, a doctor of Osteopathic Medicine discusses bone-health as well as overall wellness and cardiovascular health.
All proceeds from film sales will fund the Westfall Foundations grant program
No one I know has ever regretted losing weight and getting in better shape. The improvements and enjoyment that clients experience in their daily lives as a result of their personal training is why I do this. I may work with each client less than an hour a day, but I known they are enjoying the benefits of their improved energy, health and fitness all day long -- and that's what its all about. Without your health, nothing else matters
Dr. Mitzner graduated second in his class at the University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic
Medicine (now known as the Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences). He completed his internship at Pacific
Hospital in Long Beach, California and his residency at Riverside Grand Hospital and Medicine Center in Riverside,
California. Osteopathic physicians focus on a whole body approach to medical care. They seek to prevent illness by
training and strengthening the body before the onset of sickness. In addition, they receive intensive additional
training on the body?s musculature and skeletal system, which helps them to have a better understanding of the
interconnectedness of the human structure. This allows them knowledge of how localized sickness may have consequences
throughout the body and how focused (and generalized) treatment can help the overall wellness of a patient.
Dr. Mitzner is an osteopathic physician (D.O.). Many people aren?t even aware that there are two types of physicians
in the United States. The fact is, both D.O.s and M.D.s are fully qualified physicians licensed to perform surgery and
prescribe medication. Some of the differences between a D.O. and an M.D. are listed below:
- D.O.s practice a ?whole person? approach to medicine; instead of just treating specific symptoms or illnesses, they regard your body as integrated whole.
- Osteophathic physicians focus on preventive healthcare.
- D.O.s receive extra training in the musculoskeletal system. This training provides osteopathic physicians with a better understanding of the ways that an injury or illness in one part of your body can affect another.-
In practice since 1992, Dr. Mitzner has also presented numerous lectures to both health professionals and the general public. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, and he actively participates in continuing education to stay abreast of new developments in medicine. A former competitive cyclist, Dr. Mitzner lives locally with his three children.
Dr. Group founded Global Healing Center in 1998 and is currently the Chief Executive Officer. Heading up the research and development team, Dr. Group assumes a hands-on approach in producing new and advanced degenerative disease products and information.
Dr. Group has studied natural healing methods for over 20 years and now teaches individuals and practitioners all around the world. He no longer sees patients but solely concentrates on spreading the word of health and wellness to the global community. Under his leadership, Global Healing Center, Inc. has earned recognition as one of the largest alternative, natural and organic health resources on the Internet.
My desire is to help as many people as I can by providing them with the most accurate health information in the world. I want to help educate and heal the world, promote a clean environment, and bring back good health, positive thinking, happiness, and love. I also want to expose to you the hidden truths behind the medical industry, such as how modern medicine treats just the symptoms of disease and not the root causes. Let?s face it?the current healthcare systems are not working and the incidence of disease is climbing at an alarming rate. I want people to know that the root cause of disease stems from the accumulation of toxins in the body, and daily exposure to a toxic living environment. These toxins come from air, water, genetically modified foods, pesticides, meat, dairy, soy, white flour, table salt, MSG (Monosodium Glutamate), microwaved foods, refined sugar, artificial sweeteners, caffeine, alcohol, electromagnetic radiation, heavy metals, parasites, industrial chemicals, prescription drugs and more.
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At the helm setting the standard is Mark Megonigal, President and lead producer of Mark Thomas Productions. He has been in the video production business for over1 thirteen years. At a recent video production conference he said, ?We always go the extra mile to meet and surpass the expectations of our clients. That is why so many of our productions are for repeat customers.? Mark has traveled the world with productions in Italy, South Africa, India,
Costa Rica and is currently in pre-production for the President of the Marshall Islands to create a promotional video suited for tourism and investment. Mark is currently finishing the Westfall Foundations Commit to Your Health DVD soon to be available.