A wellness champion provides advocacy, leadership and support for improving the health of Kaiser Permanente employees and SCPMG physicians.
Wellness champions are comprised of a cross-section of employees and physicians from across the SCAL region to represent a wide range of perspectives.
Jeff Distelberg
SBC
AMGA – MH & Wellness Service Line
SCPMG Administration
Q: How would your closest friend describe you in one word?
A: Focused
Q: What’s something surprising about you that your colleagues may not know?
A: Tough one, I am an open book! LOL
Q: If you could have any superpower, what would it be and what would you do with it?
A: Time travel. I would go back in time and tell myself (and others) to be a good human being and take more chances. It will all work out!
Q: What is your go-to activity when you need to recharge?
A: Golf and RV vacations
Q: If your wellness journey had a theme song, what would it be?
A: Strong Enough – Matthew West
Q: What is your favorite part about being a wellness champion?
A: Connections with fun co-workers who are getting the most of their life!
Q: What is your favorite way to stay active during the workday?
A: Walking on our beautiful campus.
Q: What’s your favorite memory or success story about wellness at KP?
A: I am very proud of the wellness culture that exists at SBC. I have played only a small role and have been inspired by so many. From our presence at the Get Fit Festivals, our ever-growing Physician Wellness program and inspiring HWF and Admin Wellness committees, it’s the most fun I have at work!
Q: If you could host a dream wellness event for your service area, what would it be?
A: It would be a combination of physical fitness, sports, art, music, travel, with a celebration of purpose and meaning through spirituality and faith.
Q: What drives your passion for wellness?
A: The mind, body, spirit connect that gives people a platform to live well.