Susan Biali

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t's no wonder that Flamenco dancing appealed to Dr. Susan Biali, internationally recognized medical doctor, media wellness expert, speaker, life coach and author. In her heart, as within all of us, is the freedom of the gypsy. In her quest to free herself from depression and poor health, Dr. Biali chose not to adhere to societal norms and logical career paths. Today, she fuses her passion for dance with her voice to inspire and educate others, speaking and dancing for audiences across North America.

Dr. Biali holds a Doctorate of Medicine and a Bachelor’s of Science in Dietetics from the University of British Columbia. She has received numerous academic and personal awards, most recently the Woman of Worth Award in Health & Wellness. She has appeared in national print media such as Self, Cosmopolitan, Fitness, Hello! and the Chicago Tribune and had a “Food for Thought” column for the past 8 years in The Medical Post, educating physicians and health professionals across Canada about nutrition. Currently she blogs for PsychologyToday.com, is a “Health Maven” and “Top Health Blogger” for Wellsphere.com and an expert for HealthyCanada.com. She is also a professional spokesperson, educating the public about nutrition and other elements of health.

Dr. Biali has appeared on numerous television, radio and internet media outlets in Canada and the United States including Fox News, ABC, CBS, Global TV, CTV, CityTV, MSNBC, MSN, AOL and The Good Life Network.  Recently, she has been invited to join the team of "Lifechangers" wellness experts for the Hollywood entertainment show, Extra.  She is also the "Embrace Life" Coach for the 2010 Reader's Digest Best Health Magazine Vichy Best Health Challenge.

In addition to her medical and coaching practice, Dr. Biali is a professional Flamenco dancer who dances on international stages. She had her own flamenco and salsa dance company in Los Cabos, Mexico, from 2006 to 2009, and has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious resorts. She has danced for celebrity and other high profile audiences and has also given private dance lessons to singer/songwriter Pink and actress Tamera Mowry. Flamenco dancing remains an integral part of Dr. Biali’s life today.

Dr. Biali is fluent in English, Spanish and German and (prior to her current obsession with all things Spanish) previously possessed a strong spoken and written understanding of French and Italian. She resides in Vancouver, Canada with her husband and dance partner, Armando Martinez, and Faro, a rescue dog with a giant personality entrusted to them by the Los Cabos Humane Society.

Dr. Biali is a Professional member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), the International Federation for Professional Speakers (IFFPS), the U.S. National Association for Hispanic Health, the International Positive Psychology Association and is a founding member of the Society for Participatory Medicine.

Her bestselling book, Live a Life You Love: 7 Steps to a Healthier, Happier, More Passionate You  was released by New York’s Beaufort Books in March 2010. www.LiveALifeYouLoveBook.com  

Susan Biali is available for media, speaking and book readings.

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I often wonder what the world would be like, if we all simply did what truly moved us, what we felt calling to us – no matter how 'ridiculous' or 'impractical'.   Imagine how much less depression, anger, frustration and hopelessness there might be – in your own life, and the world around you." - Susan Biali