Yvette Esparza, ARNP, FNP-BCC
Medical Director
Yvette Esparza has been a Family Nurse Practitioner since 2002 and has over 30 years of medical experience. She has been in the health and fitness field for most her life. She has always chosen career paths that focus on helping people maintain a healthy, positive lifestyle. Over the years, her medical experience has proven to be patient centered, though diverse. She has both educational and hands on experience in Anti-Aging/Aesthetics, Family Practice, Emergency Medicine, Occupational Health, Chronic Pain, Addiction/Mental Health and Correctional Medicine. She practices medicine with both a western and holistic approach, keeping in mind each and every person requires their very own specific care plan. Yvette has also been in the fitness industry for over 30 years. She owns a fitness center and has been a group fitness and personal trainer since 2000. She has competed in body building since 2013 and now holds two Pro cards in Natural Figure Bodybuilding.
Morgan Cooper, Program Director
Morgan Cooper is the North End Weight Loss Program Director. She has over 20 years of experience in healthcare, with specialty services that include; orthopedics, cardiology, behavioral health, plastics, bariatrics, and medically supervised weight loss.
Before entering the healthcare arena, she worked in marketing and was a disc jockey in the Pacific North West for over 13 years. When her parents got sick in their latter years, she made several decisions that led her to market healthcare services.
Morgan has worked in both hospital and private practice settings. She has engaged in clinic administration, workflow, patient process, quality improvement, billing, and medical record improvements, along with team development and encouraging strong employee engagement.
She has designed, built from inception, launched, marketed, and contributed to startup and established businesses for both Bariatric Programs and Plastic Surgery Practices in Arizona, Nevada, Washington, and Oregon. She has a straightforward approach that utilizes her vast marketing knowledge and administrative experience to establish "best practice" programs.
Weight Loss has been her special arena for years and we are thankful to have her leading our team here on Whidbey Island at North End Weight Loss.
Jordan Dorsey, ARNP
As a Nurse Practitioner, Jordan brings a diverse range of experience and expertise in various areas of healthcare, enabling him to provide comprehensive care to patients. With a focus on weight loss, peptides, hormone therapy, general health, primary care, dermatology, and telehealth services, Jordan has developed a well-rounded skill set that allows him to address the unique needs of individuals seeking optimal health and wellness.
In the field of weight loss, Jordan has worked extensively with patients struggling with weight management. He possesses a deep understanding of the physiological and psychological factors that contribute to weight gain and loss. Through evidence-based practices, he has developed personalized treatment plans that incorporate dietary modifications, exercise regimens, and behavioral counseling to empower patients to achieve their weight loss goals.
Jordan Dorsey's experience in peptides and hormone therapy has provided the knowledge and proficiency to administer and monitor these treatments effectively. He is skilled in assessing hormone imbalances and utilizing peptide therapies to optimize patients' overall well-being and address specific health concerns.
Jordan believes in establishing strong relationships with patients, actively listening to their concerns, and empowering them to take an active role in their healthcare decisions. He is committed to delivering high-quality care, staying abreast of the latest advancements in healthcare, and making a positive impact on the lives of his patients.
Tod Work, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C
Tod Work is a highly-skilled Family Nurse Practitioner who is dedicated to promoting wellness through nutritional and lifestyle education. He offers a wide range of healthcare services to his patients, including video weight loss visits for new and existing patients, telehealth visits (new and existing patients), virtual consultations for allergies, STD management, vaginal infections, UTIs, yeast infections, hair loss, and ED. Tod also provides video prescription refill visits and telehealth visits for patients with other medical needs.
Tod's patient care style is focused on building strong relationships with his patients and providing individualized care that meets their unique needs. He takes the time to listen to his patients and understand their concerns and then provides them with personalized treatment plans that are tailored to their specific health goals. His patients appreciate his caring and compassionate approach to healthcare and his commitment to helping them achieve their wellness goals.
Reilly Pena, NASM-CNC
Reilly Peña is the North End Weight Loss Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), offering customized nutrition and exercise coaching to our patients. Even though Reilly was raised in a gym, she did not take her fitness journey seriously until the pandemic started in hopes of improving her mental health.
During her fitness journey, not only did she find her physical and mental health improving, but she also found passion in learning about how healthy nutrition choices can change and fuel the human body. Reilly never knew how valuable this knowledge was before her fitness journey. After putting that knowledge to the test, she now recognizes how important nutrition-based choices lead to overall health and continues to share her knowledge with others.