Deprescribing #89 Dr. Ann Hester, MD, Lifestyle

Deprescribing #89 Dr. Ann Hester, MD, Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine

Ann Hester, MD is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine and among fewer than 0.1% of physicians worldwide formally certified in Lifestyle Medicine. After more than three decades practicing traditional internal medicine, Dr. Hester shifted her focus to an evidence-based approach that addresses the root causes of chronic disease through nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, social connection, and avoidance of harmful substances.

Dr. Hester now dedicates her work to helping people understand how everyday choices—especially food—profoundly influence metabolism, inflammation, hormones, brain health, and long-term vitality. She specializes in translating complex medical science into practical, sustainable strategies that real people can use in real life, without extremes or gimmicks.

She is the founder of PatientWorld.net, an on-demand health education platform, and the creator of the PTR Reset™ framework (Prevent, Treat, Reverse), which empowers individuals to take an active role in improving health outcomes and reducing disease risk using Lifestyle Medicine principles. Known for her clear, compassionate, and science-grounded teaching style, Dr. Hester bridges the gap between conventional medicine and real-food, lifestyle-based healing—helping people move from managing symptoms to building lasting health.