Irina Kolomey, D.O.

04/28/2026

I completed the London 🇬🇧 Marathon this weekend - an incredible experience, even if it wasn’t the time I was hoping for.

I use run/walk intervals (or the Galloway method). One of the biggest lessons running has taught me is to think of health in intervals: not all-or-nothing, but small, consistent efforts that add up over time. If you’re trying to make a change, don’t wait for perfect. Just take the next step!

P.S. And sharing the streets with the first human beings in history to break 2 hours in a marathon race was just unreal and a reminder of what the human body is capable of!

04/17/2026

At American College of Physicians meeting - learning, re-connecting and getting re-energized. Striving to stay current so I can continue bringing most up-to-date, evidence-based care to my patients.

04/09/2026

I stepped out of the office today to do different kind of patient care.
Spent the day in Sacramento advocating alongside colleagues with Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association - ACCMA for policies that strengthen patient safety, access to care, and the standards our patients depend on. Honored to be able to share our experiences to help shape policy.

03/05/2026

Excited to be able to offer this program in partnership with Ali Novitsky MD and make exercise and strength training more tangible and available for my patients! I love that the program includes all levels - from exercise in the chair to bands to heavy lifting. And love the tidbits of wisdom from Dr. Novitsky during the sessions.

10 minutes of strength training, 3 days a week. Our data indicates 95% of perimenopausal women in calorie deficits maintained or gained muscle using this approach. Partnering with doctors to offer programs directly to patients, supporting practices from set-up to sale. Meet the early adopters of our program. https://www.thefitcollective.com/partners

And…become one yourself 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

11/10/2025

Big news for women in mid-life!
The FDA has announced it will remove the longstanding "black box" warning on many hormone-based therapies used to treat peri-menopause and menopause symptoms. It's a shift toward evidence-based, individualized care.
And excited to see Dr. Rachel Rubin on this episode, who I learned from during my Menopause Certification training, and who was instrumental in leading this change.

In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.

06/30/2025

So honored to be recognized by an organization that plays such a vital role in supporting physicians, advocating for high-quality healthcare policy, and ensuring access to high quality care for our communities. Thank you Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association - ACCMA!

We are proud to recognize Dr. Irina Kolomey, D.O. as the ACCMA Member of the Month! A dedicated primary care physician based in Contra Costa County, Dr. Kolomey is triple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Hospice and Palliative Care. She has been a valued member of ACCMA for 20 years, bringing compassion, leadership, and dedication to both her patients and our medical community. Congratulations, Dr. Kolomey, and thank you for your outstanding contributions to medicine and to our community! Read more: https://www.accma.org/News/ACCMA-News/accma-june-member-of-the-month-irina-kolomey-do

04/27/2025

This is my why. What’s yours?

https://fb.watch/zefLTf8prl/?mibextid=wwXIfr&fs=e

04/10/2025

It was an honor meeting with our State legislators today to discuss pressing issues in healthcare.
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12/22/2024

This is a TED talk by my medical school classmate. We haven’t seen or spoken with each other since school but we seem to have a very similar approach to healthcare, both from the patient and physician perspective.
I’ve been stealing this quote “I make suggestions, you make decisions” from Denis Morton of Peloton for years.
“Community,” “advocacy,” “shift the system.” What resonates with you from Dr Jackson-Bekemeier’s talk?

When facing the ever-increasing difficulties in the healthcare system, learning to manage your mindset and become your own best advocate truly leads to bette...

04/19/2023

Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association - ACCMA
In Sacramento today, meeting with legislators on priority health care issues.