Our program is individually tailored to the uniqueness of each patient. The goal is the safe loss of weight while monitoring other health issues such as hypertension, diabetes and arthritis. Board certified physicians evaluate each patient while they progress through the program. Our medically managed and supervised program teaches the patient essential skills to achieve while working on lifestyle changes that are necessary to achieve and maintain a healthier weight by offering ongoing support and follow-up.
Qualifications:To qualify for medications, you must be 18 years of age or older with a BMI of 30 or above.
Program Components: Initial physical evaluation by a physician along with: EKG Laboratory testing Nutritionally balanced meal plan Behavior modification Appetite suppressant medication Vitamin B12 and B complex program Exercise program Weekly medical monitoring by clinic staff Monthly follow-up with the physician Fitness evaluation
Phase I: The initial four to eight weeks are more rigorous and the amount of weight loss will vary per patient. The caloric intake is markedly decreased, while monitoring other health issues, which is designed to lose as much as ten to twenty pounds per month. A baseline fitness evaluation is performed. The three meal a day nutritional plan calorie count is modified for the first portion of the program. Appetite suppressant medications and vitamin B injections begin. Patients are medically followed weekly by clinic staff. After the fourth week, the patient's success in the weight management program is evaluated by the physician. Based on the progress made and goals set, the plan is continued for an additional four weeks or the patient moves to Phase II.
Phase II: A second fitness evaluation is performed. The caloric intake is raised, while monitoring other health issues. The amount of weight loss is not as drastic but is designed to continue to lose up to ten pounds per month. Exercise is a major emphasis. Cardio-aerobics is encouraged as well as stretching and toning exercises. Patients are medically followed weekly by clinic staff and monthly by the physician. Appetite suppressant medications and vitamin B injections continue. Phase II continues until the patient has achieved their target weight.
Phase III: (maintenance):A third fitness evaluation is performed. The caloric requirements are gradually adjusted to the expected maintenance level. The patient's weight is monitored initially weekly for the first four weeks, then monthly for the next six months. Appetite suppressant medications are phased out and the patient continues with the lifestyle behavior modifications that have been learned. Vitamin B injections are still encouraged. Weekly weigh-ins are always available as are the support and counseling of the clinic staff and physicians.
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