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Your MYC Advocates

Your MYC Advocates

Your MYC Advocates

The definition of an advocate is an individual who assists people in accessing and understanding appropriate information and services. At MYC, we have health advocates from each discipline that are here to help develop your health literacy and build your awareness of the services and benefits we offer to support your health journey.

Meet Your MYC Advocates

Julie Drackett

Worksite Wellness Manager

A native of Florida and raised here in Bradenton, Julie has had a love for fitness and exercise since childhood. She graduated with a Bachelors degree in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida. She ran a fitness center in Sun City Center for over 10 years before moving to New Zealand. Upon returning from living oversees, she began working for Manatee YourChoice Health Plan. She loves getting to share her passion for movement and exercise with our members. 

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Julie Drackett

Claribel Gill, MS

LAMP Counselor & Psychiatric Clinic Coordinator

cgill@manateeyourchoice.com
(941) 748-4501, x 6408
 
  • Individual, couples, and family counseling
  • Schedules appointments for in-house counseling, Psychiatric ARNP, and assists with medication management calls

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Claribel Gill, MS

Dan Trongone

Worksite Wellness Coordinator

Dan joined Manatee County as our Worksite Wellness Coordinator and is also a certified Symmetry Practitioner, bringing a holistic approach to employee health and wellbeing.  Dan is passionate about helping others thrive and brings energy and expertise to every wellness initiative he leads.

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Dan Trongone

Marcus Harris, RDN/LDN, CDCES, NPTI

Registered Dietitian

Marcus, a Tampa native and U.S. Navy Veteran, is passionate about health and wellness. He has a strong connection to Manatee County, having contracted with Manatee YourChoice for five years as a registered dietitian, fitness instructor, and personal trainer.  Marcus joined the county as a Diabetes and Nutrition Educator but has since returned as a contractor with Manatee YourChoice, focusing exclusively on nutrition.

Specializes in:

  • Diabetes Care and Education: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (Level 2)
  • Nutrition and Dietetics: B.A. in Nutrition and Dietetics; Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN)
  • Weight Management: Certificate in Adult Weight Management
  • Body Transformation: 10X Champion and Professional Drug-Tested Bodybuilder
  • Performance Nutrition: Recognized Subject Matter Expert

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Marcus Harris

Vanessa Rene, CPHT, RPHT

Pharmacy Technician / Benefits Specialist

vanessa.rene@mymanatee.org
(941) 748-4501, x6418
 
  • Tobacco Cessation Aids
  • Prior Authorizations
  • Vaccination Questions
  • Compound Reimbursements
  • Pharmacy Related Questions

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Vanessa Rene, CPHT, RPHT