Dr. Ijah Thompson is a proactive promoter of embracing a healthy lifestyle as a way of life.  He is the CEO of Essential Medical Services. He has been delivering clinical excellence in general practice for over 20 years, and positive results in Organizational Development and Team Facilitation for 10 years. His post-graduate and executive education focus are Resilience, Work Stress, Team Conflict, Leadership, Workplace Wellness, Behavioral Policy, Appreciative Inquiry, and Coaching. He leads fellow medical, wellness, and organizational professionals within his Thrive At Work team to develop and implement comprehensive standards-based workplace wellness solutions for a diverse range of organizations. He is an advocate of having a balanced and rounded Christian life. His hobbies include reading, gardening, and jogging. He is a proud married father of three children who is passionately striving to be a better humanitarian.