Essen Health Care Announces Strategic Partnership with OwnaHealth to Transform Diabetes and Obesity Care for Medicaid and Underserved Communities

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BRONX, N.Y., Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/-- Essen Health Care, a leading multi-specialty healthcare provider committed to advancing health equity, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with OwnaHealth, an innovative healthcare organization dedicated to reducing the impact of diabetes and obesity through personalized lifestyle and nutrition adjustments. This collaboration aims to improve health outcomes for Essen Health Care's patients throughout the Bronx and and other underserved populations across New York City.

Founded and led by Harvard-trained endocrinologist Dr. Mariela Glandt, OwnaHealth has pioneered a comprehensive, clinically validated approach to managing diabetes and obesity, with a particular focus on hard-to-treat Medicaid populations. Through this partnership, Essen Health Care patients will have access to OwnaHealth's customized clinical and lifestyle management programs, integrating medical, social, and behavioral resources to support complex healthcare needs.

Patients enrolled in OwnaHealth's program are paired virtually with a dedicated team of doctors, health coaches, and nutritionists, available 24/7 to provide guidance and support. By leveraging a personalized, nutritional ketosis-based approach, OwnaHealth has achieved remarkable clinical outcomes, including:

• A 24% reduction in HbA1c levels among patients with type II diabetes.
  
  
• Transformational weight loss, with many patients shedding at least 15% of their body weight, leading to enhanced overall health and vitality.
  
  
• A notable decrease in medication dependency or complete elimination of medication in some cases.
  
  
• Improved mental health, with depression scores reduced by 35% and anxiety scores by 45%.
  
  
• High engagement and retention, with 95% of members interacting with a coach weekly and an overall retention rate of 96%, supported by AI-driven technology and engagement tools.

"We are thrilled to bring OwnaHealth's proven, sustainable solution to improve health and well-being to Essen Health Care's substantial number of Medicaid members," said Dr. Mariela Glandt, Founder and CEO of OwnaHealth. "Our partnership reflects a shared commitment to transforming lives, especially in underserved communities in the Bronx, by addressing diabetes and obesity with a personalized, evidence-based approach that truly works."

Dr. Sumir Sahgal, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Essen Health Care, emphasized the importance of this collaboration in advancing patient outcomes: "At Essen Health Care, our mission has always been to provide high-quality, compassionate care to those who need it most. Our partnership with OwnaHealth allows us to enhance our ability to address two of the most pressing chronic conditions—diabetes and obesity—by leveraging innovative, personalized care models that empower our patients to lead healthier lives. Together, we are setting a new standard for accessible, effective healthcare in underserved communities."

About Essen Health Care

Essen Health Care is an integrated, multi-specialty healthcare delivery organization dedicated to providing quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to underserved residents of New York State. With a focus on integrated care and patient empowerment, Essen Health Care offers a full spectrum of services, including primary care, behavioral health, and specialty care, all aimed at improving access and health outcomes. Essen Health Care is committed to advancing health equity and ensuring that all patients receive the care they need to lead healthier and happier lives. For more information, visit: https://www.essenhealthcare.com/.

About OwnaHealth

OwnaHealth is a pioneering healthcare organization dedicated to transforming the lives of people with diabetes and obesity, particularly within Medicaid and underserved communities. Through a unique, personalized approach that integrates clinical expertise, 24/7 support, and AI-driven engagement tools, OwnaHealth delivers sustainable health improvements, medication reduction, and enhanced quality of life. Led by Harvard-trained endocrinologist Dr. Mariela Glandt, OwnaHealth is redefining chronic disease management with evidence-based, patient-centric solutions. For more information, visit: https://www.owna.health/

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SOURCE Essen Health Care