Vivacious, ebullient, and punny are just three ways you can describe Shweta Patel. But that hardly sums her up. Shweta is an inspirational force in Winter Garden, illuminating the path to women’s empowerment and innovative healthcare. In 2003, Shweta began her service as a first-generation military member in the U.S. Navy Medical Corps. It was here that she found the need for change in civilian healthcare, especially women’s healthcare.
In 2016, Shweta founded Gaya Wellness, a telemedicine platform that embraces a holistic approach to women’s health. Shweta’s mission is to empower women with knowledge and choices, transcending conventional healthcare.Beyond her medical practice, Shweta co-hosts the Miss Labeled podcast, encouraging candid conversations on personal growth and societal labels.
“It was the first of its kind in Florida and was amongst only a handful of full-scope virtual platforms in the country. Our vision was and is to transform women’s healthcare into an engaging and empowering experience for both the patient and physician.”
Since launch, Gaya Wellness has gained 1,500 members and over 500 forum members, as well as adding six new services, an all-hours digital triage, and employee supplemental healthcare benefits. “We are just getting started,” Shweta says. “The best part is being able to feel like I’m truly practicing the art of medicine again, while sustaining balance in my personal life. I believed in my vision, and seeing women responding to it makes it all worth it.”
