Vivian, Office Manager, Certified Lifestyle Coach
Vivian has struggled with her weight in the past, but she lost the weight and has done so in a healthy manner. She chose to have Bariatric weight loss surgery over eight years ago and has successfully kept the weight off. Through her journey, she has learned what a healthy diet actually is and how to keep the weight off as a lifestyle.
When her interest turned to the study of nutrition and weight loss in particular, Vivian found that losing weight with surgery and without surgery were very similar. Through training and certification utilizing both the Therapeutic Lifestyle and Ideal Protein weight loss protocols, Vivian gained knowledge and the skills needed to truly change the way people live. She offers people respect, hope, and solid principals for weight loss and long-term success. Vivian will motivate you to look and feel your best, set meaningful goals, and adhere to behavior modification strategies that work. You will learn that when you stick to your plan, there is no dream or idea too big to imagine for your future self!
Vivian is the manager for Heydari Health Center, and whether you visit our store with its unique supplements and weight loss products, or want to start a individual program to lose weight, it will be her pleasure to welcome you to a place where you can safely and effectively achieve your goals.
Rebecca, Licensed Esthetician and Lifestyle Educator
Rebecca Heckman, a Licensed Esthetician has been working in skincare and laser therapy since 2006. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication from Northern Illinois University and an Esthetics Degree from Hair Professionals Academy. Rebecca loves helping and educating others about their skin. Rebecca stated, in regards to why she became interested in skin care, “I have suffered with acne since I was a teenager. I tried numerous medications and creams for it, nothing helped. After having children, I started getting Rosacea (redness & irritation of the skin). Getting facials and using the right skincare is the only thing that helps my skin. Everyone has some type of issue with their skin; acne, oily, dryness, rosacea, aging. Many factors can be causing this. It is my goal to help pinpoint the problem and help treat each patient with the utmost care!”
Rebecca offers a variety of different facials, skincare treatments and waxing and has incredible knowledge on product ingredients. She will be able to help tailor a product line to address all of your skincare needs.
Susie Dirkx, RN, BS, CBN
Susie Dirkx, RN, and certified weight loss nurse has been working with Dr. Heydari in various capacities over the last 20-plus years. She comes with a wealth of experience helping patients to live a healthier happier lifestyle.
For 10 years, Susie, served as a Bariatric Coordinator and brought together all facets of patient care starting with the informational sessions, classes, screening, hospital visits, post-op care and ongoing support through our wonderful and dynamic support group. She continues to serve as the leader of the Support Group. Being a weight-loss patient herself, Susie can truly walk in the shoes of the patient.
Susie’s Philosophy of Care:
“I consider it a privilege to be a part of the wonderful transformation to new health and happiness that our patients undergo.”