Carolina Castelli Figley

Dr. Figley has been an integral part of the Core Health Partners team since joining in 2023. Her pioneering work in developing a Child Obesity program for Collier County has been instrumental, aligning with the American Diabetes Association recognized diabetes-self management program to set national benchmarks for excellence. The Core Health Partners Foundation, under its Togetherhood Initiative, manages collaborative support services aimed at fostering wellness pathways for children and adults alike. In her new role, Dr. Figley will spearhead these programs, ensuring they align with the visionary goals set by local non-profits, including the Naples Children’s Education Foundation (NCEF), and the highly respected mission of the YMCA. Dr. Figley’s responsibilities will extend to overseeing quality measures for pathway programs tailored for individuals living with chronic diseases and overseeing a skilled clinical team dedicated to offering free screenings for developmental delays and autism spectrum disorders. Her leadership is poised to make a quantifiable impact on promoting healthy lifestyles and improving school readiness rates.

Dr. Figley received her Medical Degree in 2007 after finishing a residency at several medical facilities and hospitals in the Mahoning valley including North Side Hospital in Youngstown Ohio, Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren Ohio as well as St. Joseph Health Center also in Warren, Ohio. Later Dr. Figley obtained her Masters in Public Health at The Consortium of Eastern Ohio Master of Public Health (CEOMPH) at NEOMED in Rootstown, Ohio. In 2016 Dr. Figley completed the Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Youngstown State University. She now works with Core Health Partners in Naples serving all manner of patients, including world-class athletes. In her free time, Carolina enjoys being active and outdoors.

Dr. Allen Wiess, Chief Medical Officer for Blue Zones Project – National, and Dr. Carolina Figley seated at the heart of the Collier County Health Department discussing community health.

Megan Greer, Executive Director of Blue Zones Project – Southwest Florida, shown with Dr. Carolina Figley and CEO Paul Thein at the innovative CHP’s Center for Health Performance Lab in Naples.

Dr. Carolina Figley is leading an exciting new food program that places a focus on locally grown nutritious food and is funded through the Florida Department of Nutrition.