About
O. is the founder and CEO of LaRocca Medical in Greenville, Delaware. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and holds board certification in Obesity Medicine. Her clinical focus spans family medicine, preventive care, and metabolic health. She brings a whole-person philosophy to every patient relationship, guided by osteopathic principles that treat the body, mind, and spirit as one.
S. Army Medic and continues to serve as the Commanding Officer of the Delaware Army National Guard Medical Unit. That leadership background shapes how she runs her practice and coaches her patients. A mother of four, she has navigated her own experiences with weight management and anxiety. Those personal health challenges deepened her commitment to merging lifestyle support with evidence-based medicine. She leads weekly virtual coaching calls, guides community fitness excursions, and manages GLP-1 medication therapy for patients working toward sustainable weight loss.
Education & Training
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. LaRocca right for?
Dr. LaRocca is a strong fit for adults who want primary care and weight management handled by the same physician. Patients dealing with obesity, metabolic conditions, or chronic disease benefit from her integrated clinical approach. She works well with people navigating anxiety, hormonal changes, or nutritional gaps alongside physical health concerns. Her osteopathic philosophy makes her especially effective with patients who want a provider who treats the full picture, not just isolated symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. LaRocca specializes in obesity medicine and family medicine, with deep expertise in metabolic health. She treats type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and fatty liver disease. She also addresses anxiety, depression, ADHD, hormonal concerns like hot flashes and low libido, and nutritional deficiencies including vitamin B12, vitamin D, and iron.
Yes, Dr. LaRocca holds board certification in Obesity Medicine through the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She also trained in osteopathic medicine, which informs her whole-person approach to treating excess weight and metabolic disease.
Dr. LaRocca uses a systematic, step-by-step method tailored to each patient's needs and preferences. She measures progress through energy levels, consistency, and body composition rather than scale weight alone. Her goal is to decrease visceral fat while building muscle and bone strength. She integrates GLP-1 medication management, nutrition counseling, and lifestyle coaching into each patient's plan.
S. Army Medic and currently serves as Commanding Officer of the Delaware Army National Guard Medical Unit. That background brings discipline, structure, and purpose to how she coaches and supports her patients. She approaches care with the same commitment to team and mission that defines military service.
Yes, Dr. LaRocca addresses mental health as part of her whole-person care model. She treats anxiety, depression, and stress, and she integrates mental health support into her primary care visits. Her practice also offers weekly coaching calls and monthly group medical visits that support emotional resilience alongside physical health.
Dr. LaRocca sees adult patients managing weight, chronic conditions, hormonal changes, and mental health concerns. She works with patients who want their primary care and obesity medicine handled together by one physician. Her pace-based approach suits patients who feel rushed or unheard in traditional clinical settings.
Yes, Dr. LaRocca manages GLP-1 medications as part of her obesity medicine practice. She evaluates each patient's clinical profile and tailors medication plans accordingly. She stays current on GLP-1 pricing, new formulations, and clinical updates to guide patients through their options.
Yes, Dr. LaRocca orders mammograms, Pap smears, colonoscopies, and Cologuard tests for eligible patients. She also conducts vaccine counseling and manages preventive screenings as part of routine primary care. Cancer screening guidance follows evidence-based recommendations.
Yes, Dr. LaRocca offers telemedicine visits through a HIPAA-compliant Zoom platform. Virtual visits carry the same clinical depth as in-person appointments. Patients also access her through phone and secure messaging between visits.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026