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 Program
Structure
Our standard weight management program consists of four phases:
Initial
Assessment
Based on your medical condition and personal goals, we will
work with you to determine what course of treatment is best
for you.
Active
Weight Loss
During this phase, which typically lasts for 12 weeks, all patients
meet weekly in a lifestyle changes group that will help you
with your food and nutrition habits. Also, depending on your
own treatment program, you may meet with our physician and have
lab work done on a regular basis. Patients consume most, if
not all, of their daily nutrition from OPTIFAST® Formula
and/or Nutra Recipes™ nutrition bars.
Transition
phase
During this phase, which typically lasts for 6 weeks, you will
gradually transition back to food. All patients meet with the
dietitian for a personalized meal plan and continue to meet
weekly in the lifestyle change group.
Maintenance
Program
A personalized eating and activity plan will be made for each
patient. You will learn how to manage your weight long-term
and how to deal with temporary setbacks before they become problems.
Because studies show that people who remain actively involved
with maintenance/education support groups have a significantly
higher degree of success, we will encourage you to attend our
on-going Support Group functions.
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