What skills are necessary to make an effective wellness professional? More than you might imagine, including some that might surprise you. Dr. Patti Rittling joined the show to share her expertise and experiences. With educational degrees in Accounting (B.S.A.), Exercise Physiology (M.Ed.), and Health Promotion/Education/Behavior (Ph.D.), Patti clearly highlighted that it takes more than a health and wellness knowledge base to be successful. Dr. Rittling is the Health Management Practice Leader for Rutherfoord, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company (www.rutherfoord.com). Her work involves the development of worksite population health management programs focused on the improvement of employee health and productivity. To hear our interview with Patti, click on this link: Interview with Dr. Rittling.
We also asked Patti to share what she felt is the most successful engagement strategy to get members to participate in health and wellness programs. To hear her unique and comprehensive response, click on this link: Dr. Rittling’s Engagement Strategy.
