Welcome to PEAK
Our practice opened in 2014 as Chesapeake Weight Loss and rebranded to PEAK Wellness & Aesthetics in 2024. Since our inception we have helped over 4,000 patients achieve their weight loss goals.
Physician Assistant
Paige Proctor, PA-C
Co-Owner
Paige received her Bachelor’s of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise at Virginia Tech in 2017. Upon completing her undergraduate studies, she went on to earn her Physician Assistant degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Paige then worked as an Endocrinology PA for 2 years, where she gained experience diagnosing and treating patients living with diabetes, thyroid disease, and PCOS.
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Paige has had Type 1 Diabetes herself since the age of 8, and her personal experiences with both diabetes and weight loss have ignited her passions for health, fitness, and medical science. Paige understands from a personal perspective how challenging it can be to lose weight as someone living with diabetes. It is her goal to help people living with diabetes lose weight while balancing their blood sugars, and to help people without diabetes reduce their risk for developing insulin resistance and pre-diabetes.
Nurse Practitioner
Alyssa Williams, FNP-BC
Alyssa Williams is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner earning a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences from James Madison University, followed by both a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing from George Mason University.
With experience in primary care, Alyssa spent two years diagnosing and managing patients with multiple chronic conditions, building a deep understanding of comprehensive health management. She later pursued advanced training in aesthetic medicine, inspired by a passion for empowering her patients to feel confident in their own skin and enhance their natural beauty through personalized treatments.
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Her approach blends medical expertise with a focus on wellness, offering personalized care in weight management, aesthetics, and preventive health. Dedicated to staying current with the latest aesthetic advancements, she is committed to continuous learning and delivering results tailored to each patient’s unique goals. She believes that feeling your best starts from within and is honored to support her patients on their journey to better health and self-confidence!
Nurse Practitioner
Christy Sorey, FNP-C
Christy Sorey, FNP-C, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in medical weight loss at PEAK Wellness & Aesthetics. A graduate of Old Dominion University, she brings a strong foundation in critical care with experience in medical-surgical, neurovascular, and cardiothoracic intensive care nursing. Christy is passionate about partnering with patients on their health journeys, combining evidence-based medicine with personalized support to help them achieve lasting results. She lives in Chesapeake with her husband and two young children, and enjoys family time, fitness, and being on the water.
Nurse Practitioner
Amy Gilligan, MSN,
APRN, FNP-BC
Amy received her Associate of Science in Nursing from Tidewater Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University. She went on to graduate from Old Dominion University with a Master of Science in Nursing, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Amy is board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). She is an active member of the ANCC and American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
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She is passionate about educating and treating people living with obesity. She considers herself a life-long learner and has a special interest in functional medicine and women’s health.
Amy was born and raised in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. She now resides in Chesapeake with her husband and two children. She loves spending time at the beach with family and friends.
Registered Dietitian
Emily Thomas, RD
Emily received her Bachelor’s of Science in Human Nutrition and Foods and Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University. She then went on to Syracuse University for her dietetic internship to obtain a Certificate of Advanced Study in Dietetics. She is registered with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She has worked in a variety of settings including diabetes management, bariatric surgery, medical weight loss, and long term care.
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Emily’s inspiration to become a dietitian started with her love for cooking. She is passionate about helping others form a healthy relationship with food while achieving their health and wellness goals. Emily does not approach nutrition with a “one size fits all” mentality. She helps people formulate their specific plans to reach their desired goals.
Registered Dietitian
Carrie Palamarchuck, RD
Carrie’s interest in wellness sparked in high school while covering a nutrition unit in her home economics class. Though healthy eating was not modeled at home she was inspired to make changes to her own lifestyle for better health. As a teenager, she saved her money earned at a summer lifeguarding job to pay for a gym membership and buy her own fruits and vegetables.
Carrie’s parents saw her passion and supported her decision to obtain her BS in Dietetics from Gannon University. She became a RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) in April 2003 and worked in a variety of health care settings including acute care, long term care, rehabilitation, food service management, and outpatient nutrition counseling. Her work in outpatient nutrition counseling exposed Carrie to a variety of client needs such as diabetes, gestational diabetes, cardiovascular disease, celiac disease, chronic kidney disease, and pre/post bariatric nutrition. It was here she found her niche working with individuals with chronic diseases.
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Carrie became a CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) in 2010 and started focusing on chronic kidney disease and dialysis in 2012 after accepting a job at DaVita Dialysis. Carrie is the Chair of the Eastern VA Local Networking Group of the American Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. She volunteers time as a RDN contributor to an on-line support group for women with kidney disease (Women Thriving with Kidney Disease) and is a member of the Diabetes Practice Group with the American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Her goal is to inspire those she meets to live their best/healthiest life. Carrie is proficient in motivational interviewing and works with clients to overcome barriers to find real life, sustainable solutions.
With a passion for wellness and as a busy mom, Carrie is a believer and promoter of the modern fit family.” Our relationship with food starts at an early age and has an impact on our health as adults. Kids learn by example, and parents must show them the way.”
Carrie has founded her own LLC, Fit Family Nutrition, to share her expertise in healthy living concepts for families. Fit Family Nutrition promotes improving health through diet and physical activity, saving money, reducing your carbon footprint, and treating yourself well.
Licensed Aesthetician
Hannah Daffron
Meet Hannah, a licensed aesthetician @DareskinCo. with extensive experience and a passion for medical skincare. Graduating from the Chrysm Institute of Esthetics in Virginia, Hannah is well-versed in the science of skincare, offering tailored treatments to address each client’s unique needs. Whether it’s acne, anti-aging, or overall skin maintenance, Hannah specializes in facials and all things skin-related, ensuring you leave feeling confident and rejuvenated after every session.
When she’s not perfecting skin treatments, Hannah is studying nursing to further her medical knowledge. Outside of work, she enjoys quality time with loved ones and relaxing outdoors, especially at the beach with a good book (and SPF, of course!). Hannah is committed to guiding each client through their skincare journey, leaving them feeling empowered and radiant.
Medical Director
Eric M. Byman, MD, FMD, DABFM
Eric M. Byman, MD, FMD, DABFM serves as Medical Director at PEAK Wellness & Aesthetics. He leads clinical strategy, develops evidence-based protocols, and mentors our care team across weight management and aesthetic services. With training in functional and regenerative medicine, Dr. Byman oversees programs such as weight loss, PRP, and neuromodulators to ensure safety, consistency, and measurable outcomes. A Virginia Beach native and former Navy officer, he earned his medical degree at EVMS, completed residency at the University of Cincinnati, and teaches medical students through EVMS and Liberty University.
Education
Undergraduate: Old Dominion University
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency: University of Cincinnati
Certifications: Board Certified in Family Medicine, Diploma in International Health
Honors & Awards
Patients’ Choice Award recipient, five consecutive years
Awarded recognition for three years by the National Committee for Quality Assurance Diabetes Recognition Program (03/14/2018-03/14/2021)
Awarded recognition for three years by the National Committee for Quality Assurance/American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for Cardiovascular or Stroke Care (07/23/2019-07/23/2022)