Dr. Walt Larimore

Walt Larimore, M.D. has been called “one of America’s best known family physicians.” He is a nationally-known and nationally sought after speaker and health expert whose bestselling book series includes The Highly Healthy Person, The Highly Healthy Child and The Highly Healthy Teen.

“All the evidence suggests,” says Dr. Larimore, “that true health involves our entire beings, with all elements—physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual”

Dr. Larimore practiced medicine for more than 20 years during which time he cared for thousands of children – from infancy through adolescence – and delivered more than 1,500 babies. His own daughter was born with cerebral palsy, giving him a special understanding of children with special needs, and empathy for the parents who love them.

Dr. Larimore is a graduate of Louisiana State University and Louisiana State University School of Medicine. He completed a General Practice Teaching Fellowship at Queen's Hospital in Nottingham, England and his Residency at Duke University Medical Center. Dr. Larimore and his wife Barbara have been married for more than 30 years and have two grown children. iMOM is honored to have Dr. Larimore as part of our iSpecialist Team.