An Interview with Dr. Marie Marlene Jean of Nearla Integrated Health Services
MMJ: I think people should take charge of their well being by focusing on the body and the mind. For example, they can exercise, and exercise is good for a lot of things and for all diseases and makes you feel good. Exercise prevents diabetes, heart disease and when you’re depressed, it helps your mood. It helps your anxiety. Eat healthy, eat a lot of vegetables and hydrate, drink a lot of water. Meditate, which can help you maintain a healthy weight, as well as exercise and healthy eating. Meditation calms you down and de-stresses your mind. People should consider these things, in order to maintain good health.
AW: What are the different services you offer at Nearla Integrated?
MMJ: I’m double certified for mental health and family practice. Since we treat people with major depression disorder, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, schizophrenia and other issues. We also treat people with diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism. We also treat people to maintain their immune system via IV vitamins; we have others that are good for headaches and memory. We also have a weight loss management program.
AW: Tell us about your background and areas of expertise.
MMJ: I have a doctorate in nursing practice. As I said, I’m double certified in Family Practice and Mental Health. When it comes to bedside manner, you have to always try to do your best. You’re going to see all kinds of different people and it’s important to make them feel comfortable.
AW: Why is psychiatric mental health care so important today? Have you seen great positive changes in your patients?
MMJ: Mental health is a permanent concern for everyone, especially after COVID-19. I’m finding that people are more open now to talking about mental illness after COVID-19. Life is very stressful; therefore, we need to manage our stress. You have to get adequate sleep, eat well, exercise, avoid alcohol and anything addictive. A little stress is good, but too much stress can make you sick.
AW: Where is your practice located?
MMJ: 7762 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, 33411 – between Jog Road and 441.
AW: What’s the biggest challenge you face in providing healthcare services to people?
MMJ: My biggest challenge is the cost. There’s a lack of insurance for some people. Or the insurance companies don’t want to cover services.
We offer a lot, we take time with our patients, but some people underutilize us. That’s a challenge too.
AW: What’s most rewarding in your practice?
MMJ: My job allows me to help others mentally and physically. That’s the most rewarding thing. I have patients that come to my office crying – they’re not functioning and can’t sleep. And they come back later happy, and they start functioning again. The next month it’s a completely different person. I’m very happy when I can help others.
AW: Anything else you’d like to add?
MMJ: We do B12 injections, which can help with improving sleep, boosting energy, improving brain functioning and supporting heart health.
We have different kinds of IV therapy as well. For beauty, for immunity, for the brain and more. Ask about our Weight Loss Programs too.
Nearla Integrated Health Services
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(561) 316 8202
7762 Okeechobee Boulevard
West Palm Beach, FL, 33411
