Long Island Weight Loss Institute

Bios

• Jessica Graff

  PA-C

  Jessica Graff is a board-certified Physician Assistant with a degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Touro College She started her professional career at Columbia Presybtian Hospital in Interventional Cardiology and has spent the last fourteen years of her career in Internal Medicine. Jessica is passionate about the functional aspect of obesity medicine and finding the root cause of the problem and combining the two for the most effective outcome. She understands that two people are not the same and focuses on the individualized plan that is right for you She believes that accountability starts with both the patient and herself in guiding them to their goals by focusing on the lifestyle changes that need to take place for long-term success. She is proud and honored to join the Long Island Weight Loss Institute.

• Vanessa Carmona

  RPA-C

  Vanessa Carmona is a board-certified Physician Assistant who completed her training at University of Bridgeport. She spent the first six years of her career practicing Family Medicine and developing a strong foundational knowledge of medicine. Through her years in primary care treating both acute and chronic conditions she realized the importance of prevention through healthy lifestyle choices and saw firsthand how diet and weight affected the overall health and well-being of her patients. As a busy mother of four, Vanessa realizes how challenging weight loss and self-care can be and believes that effective weight loss methods should be available to all patients. She is excited to work side by side with her patients to help them attain their weight loss goals while providing guidance and support.Vanessa believes in the importance of working together with her patients to create a safe and effective weight loss plan for long-term success specifically tailored to each patient’s individual needs. She is also a native Spanish speaker. She is excited to help create a healthier tomorrow for all of her patients.

• Christine Petras

  RPA

  Christine Petras is a Physician Assistant who has been working in healthcare for over 17 years. She received a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration from St. Joseph’s College then went on to study at Touro College of Health Sciences where she received her Bachelor’s in Physician Assistant studies. Christine began her professional career in Emergency Medicine at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens. After starting her family she decided to move into private practice where she spent many years specializing in Neurology and pain management. Continuing her medical education continuum, Christine transitioned into Primary care and conducted house calls to provide medical care to patients who could no longer travel into the office. Christine is proud to join the Long Island Weight Loss Institute team. She is dedicated to helping patients bring about healthy lifestyle changes to achieve long-termsuccess. She believes providing supportive guidance through each patient’s weight loss journey is the key to helping them reach their goals.

• Olivia Louis-Jacques

  FNP-BC

  Olivia is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner passionate about providing exceptional healthcare to those in need. With 12 years of nursing experience, she has developed a deep understanding of the importance of compassionate care and its impact on patients’ lives. Building strong relationships with her patients is incredibly important to her, as she believes that trust and open communication are vital in achieving positive health outcomes. As a Nurse Practitioner, she is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves, and she is grateful for the opportunity to do so every single day. She believes in the power of collaboration and teamwork, as it allows us to deliver the best possible care to our patients.

• Katrina Romeo

  PA-C

  Katrina has always had an interest and passion in preventative medicine and knows that weight loss is an integral part in preserving health and battling chronic disease. After gaining experience in both urgent care and women’s health, she is excited to join the team at LIWLI and work with her patients to design the best weight loss plan to suit their individual needs. Katrina knows that it is important to develop a trusting relationship with each patient in order to have long-term success. She is looking forward to developing these relationships with her patients to aid them in becoming the best, healthiest version of themselves!