Redefining Primary Care with Dr. Melissa Torres

In this episode, Dr. Kerry Reller sits down with Dr. Melissa Torres, a board-certified Family and Obesity Medicine physician and founder of Radiant Health Professionals. Dr. Torres shares her journey from working in large healthcare systems to opening her own boutique-style primary care clinic, where she focuses on preventive care, metabolic health, and personalized patient care.

Key Takeaways:

✔️ Concierge Medicine Allows for More Personalized Care – Dr. Torres explains how shifting away from traditional fee-for-service medicine allows her to spend more time with patients, dig deeper into root causes of illness, and provide longer, more comprehensive visits.

✔️ Obesity is an Inflammatory Condition – Many people see weight as just a number, but Dr. Torres emphasizes that adipose (fat) tissue is active and contributes to inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and chronic disease.

✔️ Nutrition & Lifestyle Come First – Rather than relying on excessive lab testing or supplements, Dr. Torres prioritizes fundamental health habits, including nutrition, movement, stress management, and sleep to help patients reach their goals.

✔️ Small Changes Lead to Big Results – Whether it's meal prepping, reducing stress, or improving sleep, Dr. Torres encourages patients to start with simple, sustainable changes for lasting health improvements.

✔️ The Future of Healthcare is Patient-Centered – With a mix of concierge medicine and traditional primary care, Dr. Torres is proving that doctors can reclaim the joy in medicine while giving patients the care they deserve.

Conclusion

Dr. Torres' approach to preventive health and metabolic wellness is a refreshing shift from the high-volume, rushed model of traditional medicine. By combining longer appointments, personalized treatment plans, and a focus on lifestyle medicine, she empowers her patients to take control of their health in a way that feels sustainable and effective.

If you’re looking for a more personalized, holistic approach to primary care, this episode is packed with insights on how medicine is evolving and what it means for your health.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how Dr. Torres is redefining patient care!

About Our Guest: Dr. Melissa Torres

Dr. Melissa Torres, DO, is a board-certified Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician and the founder of Radiant Health Professionals in Palm Harbor, FL. Her boutique-style concierge primary care clinic specializes in preventive care, metabolic health, and obesity management.

Dr. Torres is passionate about helping patients take charge of their health through nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle changes. Her practice allows for longer, more in-depth visits, ensuring that patients receive comprehensive, root-cause-focused care.

When she’s not in the clinic, Dr. Torres enjoys mentoring other physicians, spending time with her family, and running her practice as a true family business alongside her husband, an RN.

📍 Learn more about Dr. Torres and her practice: mdvip.com/doctors/MelissaTorresDO