The Life Practice^SM Medical Advisor, John W. Starr, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Roanoke, Virginia. His practice focuses on people who have advanced heart disease; a life’s work that demonstrates in real terms the importance of preventive medicine and the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. John’s life is dedicated to health. He works daily to improve the health of others and, on a daily basis, practices the habits that improve his own health, well being and performance. He "walks the talk."

John graduated from Duke University School of Medicine and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases. In addition to his medical practice in Roanoke, Virginia, John is a member of the American College of Cardiology and a fellow of the Council of Clinical Cardiology of the American Heart Association. John is committed to clinical outreach and is currently involved in planning a medical mission to the Dominican Republic.

John’s commitment to health is witnessed by the way he lives his own life. Aside from the daily rigors of a career in medicine, John manages to blend a lot of physical activity (golf, tennis, hiking, biking) with an active family life (three children and two grandchildren).

From a Life Practice^SM perspective, John knows through his own experience the importance of regular exercise, healthy eating habits and sound lifestyle habits. In spite of an acute awareness of the health risks associated with poor health habits, John used to weigh 190 pounds, had a 38 inch waist and had difficulty climbing 2 flights of stairs. Today, with the help of Life Practice^SM, John weighs 167, his waist is a 33 and he is in excellent health and physical condition. The key – sticking to the basics: regular exercise and smart eating habits. Eight hours of sleep remains a challenge, but the essential elements of Life Practice^SM provide the foundation for his healthy daily routine.

John would be the first to tell you that he believes in the adage “all things in moderation”. Lobster or steak and wine with dinner all are occasionally part of John's diet. He would also confirm that a balanced approach to eating that allow an occasional treat is far better than bouncing from one fad diet to the next.

John Starr’s role with Life Practice^SM is essential to the success of the program. His oversight and review of Life Practice^SM provides an advisory role that guides content and program development. Central to Life Practice^SM is our belief that Internet based health and fitness programs should be used in conjunction with you consulting with your personal physician, not as a replacement to your relationship with your doctor.  John’s role as Medical Advisor to Life Practice^SM reinforces the importance of working with your own personal physician to successfully and safely address the issues of health, fitness and weight management.

Other Team Members:

  Dana Curran  Jim Grube