Dr. Nana Wilmot-DeSouzaMD

Family Medicine

at Arise Medical & Wellness — Savage, MN

About

Dr. Nana Wilmot-DeSouza is a triple board-certified physician practicing in Savage, MN. She holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. She completed her medical residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. That training, paired with broad clinical experience, shapes her care for patients from childhood through older adulthood.

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza treats chronic disease, obesity, metabolic conditions, diabetes, sleep disorders, wound care, and stress-related conditions. Her care philosophy centers on compassion, education, and genuine patient empowerment. She is passionate about the Direct Primary Care model and the relationship-based care it makes possible. Outside the clinic, she enjoys family life, cooking, and travel. She serves actively in her local church and volunteers on medical mission trips for under-resourced communities worldwide. She also leads a global nonprofit dedicated to extending care and compassion across borders.

Education & Training

Residency

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Certifications

Board Certified in Family Medicine
Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine
Board Certified in Obesity Medicine

Conditions Treated

chronic disease
obesity
metabolic conditions
diabetes
wound care
sleep disorders
stress-related conditions

Who is Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza right for?

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza works well with patients of all ages who want a physician who treats the whole person. Adults managing obesity, metabolic conditions, or diabetes benefit from her dual expertise in Lifestyle and Obesity Medicine. Patients navigating chronic disease or complex wounds find her multidisciplinary approach especially effective. She also serves families who want one trusted physician for every generation. Those who value a long-term, relationship-driven experience fit naturally into her practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza treats a broad range of conditions, including chronic disease, obesity, diabetes, and metabolic disorders. She also manages sleep disorders, stress-related conditions, and complex or chronic wounds. Her triple board certification allows her to address lifestyle and behavioral factors alongside traditional medical treatment.

Yes. Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza holds board certifications in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. This triple certification reflects her commitment to treating the full spectrum of patient health, from preventive wellness to complex chronic disease.

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza completed her medical residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. She brings that foundational clinical training together with certifications in two additional specialties, Lifestyle and Obesity Medicine.

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza centers her care philosophy on compassion, education, and empowerment. She focuses on root causes rather than symptoms alone. Her approach integrates conventional medicine with lifestyle and behavioral strategies to support lasting health improvements.

Yes. Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza practices full-spectrum family medicine, caring for patients from pediatrics through geriatrics. She serves as a primary care physician for entire families, managing both preventive care and complex ongoing conditions.

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza holds board certification specifically in Obesity Medicine, a specialty dedicated to evidence-based weight care. She pairs metabolic assessment with behavioral counseling and lifestyle modification. Her goal is sustainable change, not short-term fixes.

Yes. Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza provides wound care services for chronic and complex wounds, including diabetic ulcers and post-surgical care. She uses advanced healing techniques and takes a multidisciplinary approach to treatment planning.

Dr. Wilmot-DeSouza is active in her local church and volunteers on medical mission trips serving under-resourced communities worldwide. She also leads a global nonprofit focused on extending care and compassion across borders. This commitment to community shapes how she approaches her patients every day.

Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026