I have been the nutrition research specialist for the Pritikin Longevity Center since 1985. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Rifai when he served as our assistant medical director. I can honestly state that I have never met a physician with more expertise in the clinical nutrition field nor one who had more compassion to help his patients reverse the numerous ills caused largely by the typical modern diet and sedentary lifestyle.

-James J. Kenney, PhD, RD, FACN, Pritikin Longevity Center, Aventura, FL

I am Al Aly, MD, a plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring after massive weight loss and would be considered the leading authority in that field in the world. A number of years ago I had the fortune of meeting Dr. Tom Rifai during a speaking engagement where we were both invited speakers. Dr. Rifai is a medical bariatrician and nutrition specialist who is extremely well versed in obesity and the care of patients who are in the process of undergoing weight loss surgery or who choose to take a non-surgical, intensive lifestyle oriented approach. I have learned from my interactions with him about the lack of knowledge that most of organized medicine has on the subject of nutrition & obesity. There are many doctors who claim to have expertise in helping people lose weight but Dr. Rifai is one of the few who actually has true scientific knowledge to base his treatments. He is unique in his abilities and is at the forefront of this emerging field of medicine. I consider him one of the leading authorities in the world in his field. His practice has never been close to mine geographically, but because of his expertise, I have sent him patients from many states and even foreign countries. He is not only an excellent doctor but he truly cares about them as people; nothing less than the COMPLETE DOCTOR. I would send my own family members to him.

-Al Aly, MD, FACS
Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery
Body Contouring Section Editor-Aesthetic Surgery Journal
Diplomate-American Board of Plastic Surgery
Iowa City Plastic Surgery

I was fortunate enough to have Dr Rifai as my medical advisor last year when I attended a two week refresher program at the Pritikin Longevity center in Florida. This was my sixth visit to the center and my first encounter with Dr. Tom. I was immediately impressed with his thoroughness and absolute interest in and concern for my health and lifestyle. He spent, literally, hours with me going over every detail of my medical history, test results and explaining in detail each aspect of the test results and how they had an effect on my total health. As a result of his detailed dialogue- it was not a one way conversation- I came away from the experience more knowledgeable and committed to adjusting my life to the things that I needed to do to “shape up”.

He even called my Cardiologist back home and had a detailed conversation with her. As a result I had some other tests done which revealed some aspects of my health that I was previously unaware of and am now very attuned to. Over the months I have continued to dialogue with him and have him review test results all of which were done with the complete knowledge and concurrence of my family physician.
Additionally I lost 30 pounds of unneeded weight over a three month period. My blood work is all well within the normal range and my lifestyle program including exercise, common sense food intake I attribute to the advice and excellent care and concern by Dr. Tom.

I am 73 going on 74 and feel great and very much alive and appreciative of the dedication of Dr. Tom Rifai. Oh, and one more thing, I feel I have made a friend for life. I heartily recommend that anyone who wants the best medical advice for how to understand their lifestyle and get a dedicated, personal and professional opinion should see Dr Tom Rifai. I did and am absolutely satisfied that it was one of the best decisions I have made in my life. Additionally I would be glad to talk with anyone who wants to discuss my experience with Dr Tom by contacting me.

-Dan Kanouse, Ph.D., Fort Myers, FL

Not only has Dr. Tom been a doctor to me in every true sense of the word, but he has also followed up with all aspects of treatment and makes me feel that I am not just another patient with a Blue Cross number, but an individual that he truly cares about and wants me to succeed to the goal established.

-Sergeant Joseph Lambourn – Deputy Oakland County Sheriff, Michigan
Traffic Unit / K-9 Unit / Fleet / Special Events / Aviation

In my 30 years of trying cases that mostly revolved around expert testimony, I hope I learned to separate the proverbial wheat from the chaff. Ton Rifai is the real thing when it comes to research and instruction in the fields of preventive medicine and health.

-Monty L. Preiser, Boynton Beach, FL

March 22, 2008 changed my life.  At 6′1″ I weighed 274 pounds, I was pre-diabetic, every joint and muscle in my body ached, I wheezed while playing with my boys, I had high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea. Within 75 days I had lost 20% of my body weight, I was off all medications, my sleep apnea was resolved, and I was as healthy and fit as I was as a freshman all american swimmer in college.  This happened because of Dr. Tom’s program and the Pritikin Longevity Center in Aventura, FL.  Dr. Tom’s nutritional consultation with me helped me lose the final 14 pounds and I now weigh 204 pounds. Dr. Tom’s vast knowledge of nutrition and food combining translates into very simple and easy methods of caring for yourself.  Dr. Tom is a true lifestyle change brother!

-William Couch Jr, Watertown, NY

I have been a patient of Dr. Tom Rifai for almost 5 years. The struggle to lose weight is a battle, and as battles go, sometimes it is easy but most often it is hard. Under Dr. Rifai’s care I lost almost 40 pounds. My goal is to lose 80 pounds and I’m sure, now that he is back in the Detroit area, that I will accomplish this. Dr. Rifai is a superb motivator and counselor, not because of his impressive medical credentials but because he has fought the same battle that many of us have. He has been overweight and lost the weight so he knows what he is talking about. Dr. Rifai understands the constant see-saw battle that so many people trying to lose weight go through.

-Sherwood Crump – Criminal Investigator, US Department of Justice

Dr Rifai is by far the best health professional ever. After seven weight loss programs Dr Rifai taught me what to eat when to eat and why to eat… With his guidance, support and instruction I have reduced my weight by 72 pounds and most importantly I am no longer at risk of diabetes. He is an outstanding, personable and knowledgeable doctor. I credit him for my new lease on life.

-James Dundas – Public School Education Administrator, Michigan

Listen to Dr Tom! It works. I lost and have kept off 20+ lbs for over two years now.

-Scott Kenerson – SMK Music Works, Waterford, MI

Dr Tom is a incredible person & his passion for his work really comes across when you hear him speak about health and nutrition

-Tony D’Annunzio of Jeff Moon Productions Services, Detroit, MI

Dr. Tom Rifai is the finest physician I have encountered in my six visits to the Pritikin Longevity Center. He combines state of the art medical know how, extensive understanding of nutrition, exercise and life-style management to develop a personalized health plan that works! With Tom’s help, I went from 140 lbs to 125 lbs, lowered my blood pressure from 140/80 to 110/65 and brought my cholesterol down from 235 to 170 AND I actually enjoyed working with him.

-Filomena Warihay, PhD., Ft Myers FL

Dr. Tom provides a unique service to his patients: a medically supervised education on how to adopt a healthy lifestyle and rid yourself of all the maladies that plague those with metabolic issues today. I have never met a more knowledgeable, dedicated, passionate doctor nor committed doctor. Dr Tom will change your life. We are fortunate to have such a talented and committed doctor in the Detroit. If you are considering working with Dr. Tom, I encourage you to put any reservations aside and make the call. You have to meet this guy!

-Janice Perzigian, Detroit MI