Walk With A Doc

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Walk with a Doc was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. Frustrated with his inability to affect behavior change in the clinical setting, Dr. Sabgir invited his patients to go for a walk with him in a local park on a spring Saturday morning. To his surprise, over 100 people showed up, energized and ready to move. Since that first event in 2005, Walk with a Doc has grown as a grassroots effort, with a model based on sustainability and simplicity. A doctor gives a brief presentation on a health topic and then leads participants on a walk at their own pace. Healthy snacks, coffee and blood pressure checks are an optional part of a Walk with a Doc event. The Walk added an Executive Director in 2009 and focused on building a program that could easily be implemented by interested doctors in other cities around the country. As a result of these efforts, the reach of Walk with a Doc now extends all around the globe with over 500 chapters worldwide! Walking was recognized by the former Surgeon General of the United States of America as one of the single most important things we can do for our health. Will you join us in making health and happiness accessible for all?

In 2005, one cardiologist started inviting his patients to join him for a walk on Saturday mornings. Today, we’ve just e...
02/20/2026

In 2005, one cardiologist started inviting his patients to join him for a walk on Saturday mornings. Today, we’ve just enrolled our 700th active Walk with a Doc chapter!

What started as a simple idea has become a global movement, with communities in 40 countries coming together each month to walk with their local doctors. The power of movement, togetherness, learning, and nature is bringing people together in ways we never imagined.

Thank you to the 700 communities who believe in this simple yet powerful mission. We're just getting started, and we're excited to help thousands more bring the program to their communities in the years to come.

Learn how you can start or join a Walk with a Doc program in your community at https://walkwithadoc.org.

Let's walk!

Everything is bigger in Texas, including Walk with a Doc!Thanks to an incredible partnership with the Texas Medical Asso...
02/18/2026

Everything is bigger in Texas, including Walk with a Doc!

Thanks to an incredible partnership with the Texas Medical Association, 2025 marked another powerful year for Walk with a Doc Texas: 83 chapters hosted 682 walks across 38 counties, resulting in 8,314 walker visits. 👟

From small rural towns to major cities, physicians are stepping outside the clinic to build meaningful connections, share trusted health information, and inspire movement.

For 13 years, we've partnered with TMA, TMA Foundation, and hundreds of volunteer physicians to help Texans live healthier lives - one step at a time.

Learn how you can start or join a Walk with a Doc program at https://walkwithadoc.org

Learn more about WWAD Texas at https://www.texmed.org/wwad

02/18/2026

Dr. Chris Ford is an emergency medicine physician at Ascension Wisconsin. He also takes part in "Walk with a Doc” and “Black Men in White Coats."

Social connection is one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, drivers of health.In this video, Dr. Hussain Khimji...
02/16/2026

Social connection is one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, drivers of health.

In this video, Dr. Hussain Khimji (Walk Leader in Calgary), shares why connection matters for your heart, mind, and overall well-being, along with simple, practical ways to build more meaningful connection into your daily life.

After you watch, head outside and go for a walk - and bring someone along with you, or call a friend while you walk!

https://youtu.be/8taJki4xqXw?si=uHzH9eSxK91dMfB4&t=21

Social connection is one of the most powerful, and often overlooked, drivers of health.In this video, Dr. Hussain Khimji, Walk with a Doc leader in Calgary, ...

What a start for the new Walk with a Doc program in Zarco, Portugal! 💙
02/13/2026

What a start for the new Walk with a Doc program in Zarco, Portugal! 💙

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first national observance of Black History in the US. This centennial remin...
02/11/2026

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first national observance of Black History in the US. This centennial reminds us how deeply health, medicine, and community wellness have been shaped by generations of Black physicians, innovators, caregivers, researchers, and advocates.

At Walk with a Doc, we believe health happens beyond the clinic: in parks, neighborhoods, and in every step we take together. We’re especially grateful for our Black walk leaders and walkers, whose commitment, leadership, and presence have helped shape this program, strengthening our communities and moving us closer to a healthier future for all.

Walk more. Sit less. Live longer. It's that simple!
02/04/2026

Walk more. Sit less. Live longer. It's that simple!

Research finds minor changes in physical activity could hugely reduce number of premature deaths

February is Heart Health Month ❤️ Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide? Fortunately, ...
02/02/2026

February is Heart Health Month ❤️ Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide? Fortunately, many cases can be prevented through healthy lifestyle choices and early detection. Here are a few simple steps to protect your heart:

👟 Move more, aim for 150 minutes of activity per week

🥦 Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods

🚭 Avoid to***co and alcohol

😴 Get 7–9 hours of quality sleep

🌿 Lower stress through movement, time in nature, and social connection

🩺 See a doctor to discuss your cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar numbers

Many Walk with a Doc leaders will be sharing additional heart health tips at their February walks. Find a walk near you at https://walkwithadoc.org and take a STEP toward better heart health ❤️

You can also visit the American Heart Association for more tips!

Grant opportunity to make your community more walkable!
02/02/2026

Grant opportunity to make your community more walkable!

🌟Applications are open for the next round of the program!🌟

Made possible by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity in support of their Active People, Healthy Nation℠ initiative, this program awards 6 grantees $2,000 for projects related to creating healthy, active, and engaged places to live, work, and play.
.. and for the fifth year, General Motors is funding 15 additional grants at $2,200 each for Community Change Grant projects in designated towns and cities with GM facilities (see link below for list of qualifying locations)!

Learn more and apply (deadline February 10!): https://buff.ly/jsjpSqj

Since launching monthly walks last summer, Walk with a Doc - Sudbury has built something truly special.Led by psychologi...
01/28/2026

Since launching monthly walks last summer, Walk with a Doc - Sudbury has built something truly special.

Led by psychologist Michel Larivière, along with a variety of local physicians, this chapter highlights how powerful walking can be for mental health and overall wellbeing. Walk topics have ranged from pain relief and movement to public health and substance use, offering something new and meaningful each month.

Just as important, they’ve created a strong, consistent group of regular walkers who show up to move, talk, and support one another, proving that community connection is just as important as the steps themselves.

If you're ready to take a step toward better health (both physical and mental), we hope to see you at a walk soon! https://walkwithadoc.org

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Walk with a Doc inspires communities through movement and conversation. With an aim to make hope and well-being accessible to all, Walk with a Doc offers a simple, sustainable population-health solution. Healthcare providers ditch their white coats in favor of a ball cap and sneakers. There’s laughter, education, and communication on a level that is altering the healthcare landscape.

Walk with a Doc was started in 2005 by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. Frustrated with his inability to affect behavior change in the clinical setting, Dr. Sabgir invited his patients to go for a walk with him at a local park on a spring Saturday morning. To his surprise, over 100 people showed up, energized and ready to move. Since that first event in 2005, Walk with a Doc has grown as a grassroots effort, with a model based on sustainability and simplicity. A doctor gives a brief presentation on a health topic and then leads participants on a walk at their own pace. Healthy snacks, coffee, and blood pressure checks are an optional part of a Walk with a Doc event. The organization added an Executive Director in 2009 and focused on building a program that could easily be implemented by interested doctors in other cities around the country. As a result of these efforts, the reach of Walk with a Doc now extends all around the globe with over 500 chapters worldwide! Walking was recently recognized by the Surgeon General of the United States of America as one of the single most important things we can do for our health. Will you join us in making health and happiness accessible for all? Learn more at www.walkwithadoc.org