About
Dr. Galen Hegarty holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. He earned his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida, graduating Magna Cum Laude, then went on to complete his MD at the University of Florida College of Medicine. His path to primary care reflects a longstanding commitment to proactive, prevention-focused health.
Dr. Hegarty spent 14 years practicing in Sonoma County, delivering acute, preventive, and longitudinal care. For nearly a decade, he served as Medical Director of the Kaiser Medical Weight Management program in Santa Rosa, where his team achieved premier weight loss outcomes across Northern California. He also served as a Lifestyle Medicine and Obesity specialist, educating and supporting fellow physicians throughout his Kaiser tenure. He continues to support veterans as a weight management specialist with the Veterans Administration. His clinical focus centers on recognizing a patient's health trajectory early, then building clear, actionable plans through a blend of modern medicine, cognitive and behavioral strategies, and lifestyle prescriptions. He grew up on a farm in rural Tennessee, attended high school in Germany, and has provided medical care in the Caribbean and Central America. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking with his family, cooking, dancing, reading, and exercising.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Florida, BS in Chemical Engineering, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
University of Florida College of Medicine, MD
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hegarty right for?
Dr. Hegarty is a strong fit for adults who want proactive, prevention-focused primary care. Patients managing weight, metabolic conditions, or chronic disease benefit from his specialized expertise. He works well with individuals who want a clear, actionable health plan grounded in lifestyle and behavioral strategies. His panel stays at 100 patients, allowing meaningful time and same-day access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hegarty specializes in obesity medicine, lifestyle medicine, and preventive primary care. He also manages chronic disease and focuses on catching health trajectory changes early. His training in family medicine gives him broad clinical range across all ages and conditions.
Yes. Dr. Hegarty holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. These three certifications reflect his focused expertise in prevention-driven and weight-centered care.
Dr. Hegarty blends modern medicine with cognitive, behavioral, and lifestyle strategies. He spent nearly a decade leading the Kaiser Medical Weight Management program in Santa Rosa, where his team achieved top weight loss outcomes across Northern California. He brings that depth of experience to each patient plan.
Dr. Hegarty earned his undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He then completed his MD at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He spent 14 years building his clinical career in Sonoma County before joining Napa Valley Private Physicians.
Yes. Chronic disease management is a core part of Dr. Hegarty's practice. He focuses on identifying health trends early and building clear plans to reverse or prevent disease progression through lifestyle, behavioral, and medical interventions.
Dr. Hegarty sees adults across a broad range of health needs. He works especially well with patients focused on weight management, metabolic health, and long-term disease prevention. He also continues to serve veterans through his work with the Veterans Administration.
Yes. Dr. Hegarty holds board certification in Lifestyle Medicine and integrates it into every patient plan. He uses lifestyle prescriptions alongside medical and behavioral strategies to help patients build sustainable health habits.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026