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Deborah Abrams Balfanz, PhD

Debbie has been with HIP since January 2002. Currently, she coordinates the Stanford Behavior Change/Weight Management Program, a 10-month behavior change program that helps participants gain a healthier lifestyle.

Originally from Philadelphia, she received her BA in Psychology from University of PA, and a Ph.D in Social Psychology from Princeton University.

An East Coast person her whole life, Debbie appreciates the California weather. She enjoys jogging, strength training, and shopping as a competitive sport. She also gets exercise chasing after her young sons, Alex and Luke.

E-mail her: dbalfanz@stanford.edu