a woman with many hats
Deodge Hill was born and raised in the city of Inkster, Michigan, and she graduated from Wayne Memorial High School. Deodge obtained her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor in 1999. From there, she went on to earn her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from Wayne State University in 2004.
Promoting health and wellness through challenging circumstances, Deodge has been a certified Physician Assistant since 2004. She has worked in various surgical specialties, including general, vascular, trauma, and ENT. Deodge also has experience in emergency, adult, and addiction medicine.
She is the CEO and Founder of PH1LL, a nonprofit organization named in honor of her late husband, who was a Detroit police officer killed in the line of duty in 2013. This organization helps single mothers in college. Deodge is also the owner of Gretchen’s Place, a 501(c)(3) multispecialty clinic that focuses on primary care, substance abuse, mental health, and weight loss.
She is also the author of I AM Health and Wellness, a 30-day journal and daily devotional that she wrote to help her patients get on the path to being healthy. Her newest book, A Healthy Transformation: Fit for His Purpose, is ready for release. It is a faith-centered guide designed to help readers get on a path toward improving their health.
Since 2017, Deodge has also worked diligently in weight-loss and wellness coaching, helping clients reverse diabetes, lower cholesterol, and decrease their risks of heart disease and stroke.
Deodge experienced a troubling situation in 2020 when she found herself in a horrible domestic situation. After getting out of that situation, she vowed to God that she would become an advocate for other victims of domestic violence. She started yet another nonprofit, I AM With You, a 501(c)(3) organization that assists victims in reaching safety. Deodge also authored I AM With You, a 7-day daily devotional designed to assist victims in getting away from abusive situations and encourage them not to return.
Deodge is the proud mother of four beautiful children and “Grandma Dee” to two grandsons. Her passion is to help people persevere through challenging and trying situations by maintaining health in mind, body, spirit, and space.
get to know me
These are a few of my favorite things…
- Spending time with God is my greatest joy! It’s like having a heartfelt conversation with my best friend friend, where I can freely pour out my thoughts and receive His loving guidance. In His presence, I find comfort, wisdom, and a renewed sense of purpose that fills my soul.
- I love to work out! Whether I’m taking a walk, breaking a sweat, or dancing like nobody’s watching, fitness is my jam! It’s my happy hour where I unleash my inner athlete, challenge myself, and groove to the beat of my favorite playlist.
- Spending time with my family and friends is like a never-ending party! From sharing laughter over game nights and cooking up delicious meals together to embarking on spontaneous adventures, every moment is filled with joy and love.
- I love to travel! From wandering through vibrant markets to hiking breathtaking trails, every adventure is a chance to explore the world and meet amazing people along the way. I live for those spontaneous detours and discoveries that turn ordinary days into extraordinary stories.