Who We Are – HQ Team

HQ Team

Walk with a Doc is made up of healthcare provider and walking enthusiasts around the globe who are driven by an earnest belief that walking is the miracle drug destined to change the world. At WWAD World Headquarters you’ll find a small but mighty team who is lucky to be inspired by a network of walking fanatics and healthcare heroes every day.

David Sabgir, MD, FACC

David Sabgir, MD, FACC

Founder & Cardiologist

Team Member since 2005

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David Sabgir, MD, FACC

David Sabgir, MD, FACC

Founder & Cardiologist

Pronouns: He, Him, His

Team Member since 2005

David went to Miami of Ohio for undergrad, Medical College of Ohio for medical school, and served his internship, residency, and fellowship at The Ohio State University Medical Center.

He is a full-time cardiologist with OhioHealth in Columbus, Ohio, and still leads a local Walk with a Doc chapter on Saturday mornings at a local park.

David is married to Kristin and has two children, Ally and Charlie, and two poodles, Phoebe and Henry.

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Rachael Habash, MA

Rachael Habash, MA

Chief Operating Officer

Team Member since 2014

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Rachael Habash, MA

Rachael Habash, MA

Chief Operating Officer

Pronouns: She, Her, Hers

Team Member since 2014

Rachael graduated from the University of Michigan (Go Blue) with a B.A. in Psychology.

She then served in the United States Army as a Medical Service Officer prior to earning her M.A. in Counselor Education at OSU.

The prospect of utilizing her professional experience as a leader, resource manager and program innovator while encouraging healthy physical activity, is what initially attracted her to WWAD.

Now that she better understands the impact of the miracle drug (walking) and the vast number of people served by WWAD, she’s hooked! It’s almost as addicting as her girls’ (Grace and Nora) smiles…

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Bryan Romey

Bryan Romey

Program Manager

Team Member since 2017

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Bryan Romey

Bryan Romey

Program Manager

Pronouns: He, Him, His

Team Member since 2017

Bryan was lucky enough to get paired with Walk with a Doc for a class project during his final semester at The Ohio State University in 2017.

He graduated with a B.S. in Health Sciences and was thrilled to find out that an intern position had opened up at WWAD.

After eight months as an intern, he joined full-time and now spends his days changing the world by supporting our incredible Walk leaders and walkers.

Outside of the office, he enjoys playing basketball and golf, helping at the Columbus Dream Center, and walking with his family.

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Sophia Leonetti

Sophia Leonetti

Program Engagement Coordinator

Team Member since 2025

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Sophia Leonetti

Sophia Leonetti

Program Engagement Coordinator

Pronouns: She, Her, Hers

Team Member since 2025

Sophia joined Walk with a Doc after discovering the organization while earning her MPH in Epidemiology at The Ohio State University College of Public Health in 2025.

What started as an internship quickly turned into a passion for the mission, and she was excited to officially join the team full-time in spring 2026.

Sophia grew up in Columbus and played soccer at Capital University during undergrad, where she met her fiancé, Justin.

Outside of work, Sophia and Justin love staying active, playing in recreational sport leagues, trying new restaurants, cooking together, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

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Mona Dave, MD

Mona Dave, MD

Texas Regional Program Coordinator

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Team Member since 2026

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Mona Dave, MD

Mona Dave, MD

Texas Regional Program Coordinator & Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Pronouns: She, Her, Hers

Team Member since 2026

Mona earned her undergraduate degree from Villanova University, followed by her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania.

She completed her internship, pediatrics residency, and fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.

In 2006, after completing her training, she returned home to Dallas, Texas.

She is double board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology and obesity medicine and treats infants and children. She is passionate about helping everyone lead a healthy and active life.

She leads her local monthly walk chapter with her husband, Nilesh. She has grown her walk to include “Eat with a Doc & Walk with a Doc.”

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Our Board Members

Sonya Cook

Sonya Cook

System Director, Advice and Counsel Services, Memorial Hermann Health System

Member Since:
2021

JoAnn Cummans

JoAnn Cummans

Principal Consultant, Information Services Group

Secretary

Member Since:
2016

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Chaunfayta Hightower

Chaunfayta Hightower

Director of Partnership Solutions, AARP

Member Since:
2021

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Julia Hotz

Julia Hotz

Journalist, Solutions Journalism Network

Author, The Connection Cure

Member Since:
2025

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John Kirsner

John Kirsner

Partner, Jones Day

Board Chair

Member Since:
2023

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Donna Rudderow

Donna Rudderow

Owner, Donna H. Rudderow, CPA

Treasurer

Member Since:
2016

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David Sabgir, MD, FACC

David Sabgir, MD, FACC

Cardiologist, OhioHealth; Founder, Walk with a Doc

Member Since:
2005

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Bridgette Walton

Bridgette Walton

Walk with a Doc Champion, Atlanta

SPHR, SHRM-SCP

Member Since:
2024

Theresa Wee, MD

Theresa Wee, MD

Pediatrician, Walk Leader – Oahu, HI

Member Since:
2021

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Interested in Board Service?

Walk with a Doc is looking for passionate, community-minded leaders to help guide and grow our global movement for healthier communities. Serving on the Walk with a Doc Board of Directors is an opportunity to help expand access to physical activity, health education, social connection, and time in nature, while supporting a mission that is improving lives around the world.

We welcome individuals who are energized by community impact and interested in using their experience, relationships, and ideas to help advance our mission. Our board members help champion our mission, strengthen community partnerships, and expand the reach of Walk with a Doc in communities around the world.

Interested in learning more about board service? Contact Rachael at rachael@walkwithadoc.org.