Danine Fruge, MD, ABFP
Associate Medical Director and Women’s Health Director,
Pritikin Longevity Center + Spa
- American Board of Family Practice, Board Certified
- MD, Louisiana State University School of Medicine
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Florida Hospital Resident Research Award
- State Project Chair, Louisiana State Medical Society
- President, Women In Medicine
To her patients at Pritikin, Dr. Fruge brings the enthusiasm and expertise of a doctor who practices what she preaches. Throughout her life she has enjoyed a diet abundant in natural, nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. She is an avid exerciser and athlete, and as an undergraduate received a full NCAA Division I tennis scholarship. She also runs marathons. Now, she also runs after her two young children.
Dr. Fruge loves working at Pritikin because "I truly believe that preventive medicine is the medicine of the future, and I intend to make it my life’s work. The Pritikin Longevity Center represents this work at its very best." Virtually every week, Dr. Fruge is interviewed by national and local media as a leading expert on healthy living, nutrition, and fitness.
Our Mission
Pritikin Longevity Center + Spa has one main purpose - getting you back your health and off your medications. Whether you suffer from high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol or you are just looking for a healthy vacation, we can help. Located at the landmark Doral Golf Resort & Spa, you will attend informative lectures, establish a fitness regime that works for you, and choose from a plethora of fitness and educational options from hands on cooking classes, yoga to kickboxing, and Zumba, all within the tropical setting and lush landscaping of our beautiful grounds. While you are relaxing at the pool under the bright Florida sun, or enjoying a delicious and healthful meal at our restaurant, you will be in good hands. Pritikin’s board certified physicians will teach you eye opening facts about the typical diet, why it doesn’t work, and what you can do to improve your quality of life. Our results have been scientifically proven -by the end of your stay, you will be armed with the tools to affect a dramatic lifestyle change.
Needing a vacation has never been more literal.
