Judy Emanuel
I was born in Los Angeles California, graduated from San Francisco State College, and then became a social worker for Los Angeles Social Services for eight years. I applied to 25 medical schools when I was 36 (and told by most that I was too old) and was accepted by Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in East Lansing, Michigan. I completed a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and spent 8 years as the Assistant Chief of PM&R at a Veteran's Hospital in Ohio.
I then spent 5 years in private practice in Santa Fe, New Mexico and 17 years in private practice in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. While I was there I studied Hawaiian Medicine with Kahuna Lau Lapau, Papa Henry Away for 5 years. I returned to the mainland in 2010 to be closer to my daughter and grandchild and the mountains that I dearly missed. I was a medical marijana doctor here and now would like to do lifestyle medicine on a part time basis.
I have enjoyed living in Ashland with its many activities, interesting people, and opportunities to spend time in the mountains. I have had many opportunities to meet and work with people of all races and ethnicities. I feel at home in the world and know that everyone deserves respect and kindness. We are really just one family. I am a member of the Self Realization Fellowship, meditate, and do believe in a kind and loving God (I know some of you do not and that is OK with me). I try every day to be a better person. Sometimes I am not a better person and I make mistakes but when I do it is easy for me to say I am sorry and try to improve in the future. I would like to volunteer at the Co-op because it is a wonderful community and in addition to being a member for 10 years, I would like to participate at a deeper level.
Why do you want to serve as an AFC Board Director?
A nice opportunity to serve our community and make certain that the co-op provides the healthiest food and education.
What experience, education, training and/or skills make you particularly qualified to serve on the AFC Board of Directors?
I was a social worker and then went to Osteopathic Medical School. I have had years of experience working with all kinds of people who have all kinds of problems. I have lived and worked with many different minorities and ethnic groups.
What key opportunities do you think AFC faces?
Providing the best and healthiest food and education available at affordable prices in both good and difficult times.
What is your experience/history with natural and organic foods?
I have been teaching patients about natural and organic foods for years. Studied the Gerson Therapy, the China Study, McDougall, etc.
