Dr. Carla Podgurecki, known to her patients simply as Dr. Pod, is a physician board certified in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) and completed advanced hormone training at the Heather Hirsch Academy. This combination reflects her commitment to delivering clear, evidence‑based care for women in midlife. She is a member of OMA, ACLM, TMS, and ISSWSH (International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health).

She completed her undergraduate studies at Texas State University, where she majored in Spanish. She graduated medical school from The American University of Antigua. She did her residency in Family Medicine at Northwell Health in New York (formerly known as Hofstra–North Shore LIJ).

Originally from Canada, she now keeps her boots firmly planted in Texas. Outside the exam room, she’s a bonus mama to 4 boys and married to a motorcycle-riding, pickleball-loving husband. Her feline coworkers—two curious cats—often make surprise appearances during video visits. Dr. Pod finds joy in white-water rafting, skiing, playing piano, and exploring the world through travel.

Younique Wellness Medicine was founded on the belief that midlife and metabolic care deserve more time, more depth, and far more attention than traditional systems allow. After years of practicing in environments built around speed, volume, and rigid protocols, Dr. Podgurecki saw how often women in perimenopause and menopause were rushed, dismissed, or told their symptoms were “normal.” She also witnessed how adults seeking obesity or metabolic care were funneled into quick‑prescription models that overlooked the complexity of their health.
She knew there was a better way to practice.