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Fat Loss Staff

Dr. Elin Ritchie MD

Dr. Elin Ritchie MD, is the visionary and guide of Fat Loss Over 40 website. She is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician, specializing in holistic medicine, anti-aging medicine and weight loss. Her passion is helping people grow into who they truely are, which is often much more then they thought possible. Dr. Elin is also the author of her first book, "Fat Loss Over 40; How To Stay Fit, Foxy and Fantabulous."

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada, she recieved her MD degree from the University of Manitoba, completing her residency in 1994. At the age of 27 Dr. Ritchie was the youngest medical doctor to ever join The Eugene Clinic in Eugene, OR. After maintaining a successful practice in Eugene for 6 years, she moved to Taos, NM. 

In addition to being an MD, Dr. Ritchie is certified to practice acupuncture, became a licenced massage therapist, and uses BodyMind Clearing techniques to assist patients in overcoming chronic disease and disability. Dr. Ritchie incorporates herbs and nutritional supplements in her practice.

Since moving to Taos, Dr. Ritchie’s medical practice includes weight loss patients, anti-aging clients and emergency room rotations. She lives in Taos with her husband James and two of their four beautiful children. Read more about Dr. Ritchie's credentials.

Ananda Kali - Web Master, Graphic Artist

Ananda is a trained graphic artist and illustrator having recieved a BFA at the University of Massachusetts in painting and drawing. She maintains our website, and provides copy editing and packages many of our products. She has a deep understanding of the overall mission to inspire others to find their authentic expression.

In addition to graphic arts, Ananda is a 20 year veterain of the health care spa world, and is currently a licenced proffessional Massage Therapist and Esthetician (Facialist) in New Mexico. She continues to maintain a small practice of regular clients. She has training in Structural Integration (also know as "Rolfing").

Ananda has a strong movement background with more than ten years of training as a Classical East Indian Odissi Dancer, seven years studying Aikido in Kauai, Hawaii (a Japanese martial art), and twelve years as a Belly Dancer. Ananda has developed an anti-aging longevity movement system. She produced her first instructional DVD called, "Anti-Aging Movement Secrets Volume 1." Ananda's goal is to stay healthy, functional and injury free for life.

Linda Sheldon - Customer Service

Linda Sheldon is the voice on the phone when you call our customer service (844) 467-7743. After many years in medical billing, Linda is now answering our phones. She has a great business sense and is friendly and down to earth. She is now getting settled in her new home. If she doesn't answer live, leave a message and she will get back to you. 

Jamie - Order Fulfillment

Jamie personally packs and ships all our orders with great attention to detail. Jamie is home schooled with a bright and inquisitive nature. She loves to know how things work. A perfectionist at heart, she is one of the most precise and organized people you will ever meet. Jamie practices violin and handwriting. She loves math and competes in the local Taos Chess Club. Jamie's mom is Dr. Elin Ritchie MD.