Samuel D. Blackwell, M.D.Peak Nutrition and Weight Loss Clinic, PA
Weight Loss Programs, Family Physicians
Our Staff
 | Danielle Braxton, MPH, RD, LDNRegistered Dietitian Danielle earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with a Concentration in Nutrition from North Carolina State University in December 2004 and her Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in August 2008. She completed her Dietetic Internship at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. She currently works full-time at The UNC Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention as a Project Manager. Danielle values a holistic approach to health care and has a passion for working with clients to help them meet their nutritional and weight loss goals. What do our clients say they love about this Staff Member? Danielle is both supportive and encouraging and helps give people the feeling that they can accomplish their goals, no matter how many obstacles come their way. |
 | Christine Naughton, MS, RD, LDNRegistered Dietitian Christine earned both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition from the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania. She prefers working with patients in an outpatient setting and strongly supports the Team approach to successful weight loss and weight management. What do our clients say they love about this Staff Member? Christine is warm and compassionate and very knowledgeable in the field of dietetics. |
 | Ashley Acornley, RD, LDNRegistered Dietitian Ashley is originally from Philadelphia, PA and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences with a minor in Kinesiology from Penn State University in August 2008. She completed her Dietetic Internship at Meredith College in Raleigh, NC in May 2010 and is currently working on her Master's Degree in Nutrition. Ashley is also an AFAA certified personal trainer and has been training clients for the past four years. She enjoys staying active by participating in 5Ks and triathlons, and is very interested in wellness and sports dietetics. She will be serving as the 5K Apprentice this year on the Raleigh District Dietetic Association Board. Ashley enjoys working in an outpatient wellness setting and encourages her clients to stay motivated and physically active. What do our clients say they love about this Staff Member? Ashley is patient and understanding and not only guides clients in the area of dietetics, but also assists with education of physical activity integration. |
 | Kari Kennedy, RD, LDNRegistered Dietitian Kari graduated from North Dakota State University with a double major in dietetics and sociology in December of 2005. She then completed her dietetic internship at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, learning first hand how weight influences overall health and wellness. She has helped patients come off blood pressure and diabetic medications after significant weight loss. What do our clients say they love about this Staff Member? Kari is down-to-earth and supportive and provides information and tools that are practical for each individual's needs. |
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Practice Snapshot
Office Hours
Apex Office
- Monday 4pm-7pm
- Tuesday 10am-8:00pm
- Wednesday 8am-12pm
- Thursday 8am-5pm
- Friday 8am-12pm
- Saturday Closed
Holly Springs Office
- Monday Closed
- Tuesday 8am-6pm
- Wednesday 8am-6pm
- Thursday 8am-6pm
- Friday 8am-6pm
We offer Free Information Sessions throughout the week both in the Holly Springs and Apex locations. Call today to learn how we can help you reach your goals!
Languages
- English
Certifications & Memberships
 | American Society of Bariatric Physicians |
Years in Practice
20 years
