Rocky Vista University Message

The arrival of spring always feels like a fresh start, and a fresh start has never quite been so needed. Our communities have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic; the physical, mental, emotional, and economic hardships are unparalleled to anything we have ever experienced. Here at Rocky Vista University, our team of staff, physicians, and medical students continue to achieve new heights in medical education and are heavily engaged locally and nationwide to meet the needs of this healthcare crisis and beyond.

On page forty-four of this issue, Kristen Kaiser, Assistant Marketing Manager at Rocky Vista University, provides tips on setting realistic and specific goals for yourself that will help you as you develop a healthy exercise routine. This is an article that you won’t want to miss.

If you’re like most people, the silver lining of the COVID-19 pandemic has provided a unique opportunity to slow down, self-reflect, and prioritize your physical and mental health. As an Osteopathic physician, one of my favorite prescriptions for physical and emotional well-being is exercise. Exercising benefits your body by giving you more energy, helping you sleep better at night, improving your mood, and strengthening your bones and muscles. It also helps reduce health risks such as diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, and more. Once you’ve incorporated regular exercise into your lifestyle, you may find it easier to make other changes, such as staying hydrated or eating more nutritious foods.

We are honored to be a member of this community and look forward to being of continued service. To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.rvu.edu.

To your health,

David J. Park, DO, FAAFP, FACOFP Vice President and Dean of the Southern Utah Campus