Weight Loss Program
At your initial consultation, let the doctor know if you have any of the conditions:
| * Uncontrolled blood pressure | * Glaucoma |
| * Chest pain= Angina | * Pregnancy |
| * Manic Depression | * Hyperthyroidism |
| * History of Heart Attack | * Breastfeeding |
| * History of Stroke | * Medication for Depression |
Your initial visit includes:
- Medical and Nutritional Evaluation
- Physical exam
- EKG- if history of Hypertension, Diabetes or greater than 40 years old.
- A personalized Body Composition Analysis
(determines % body fat and % muscle mass, target body weight and resting energy expenditure) to scientifically to determine your caloric needs)- If requested.
- Calorie Counting Book
- Nutrition/Exercise Diary
- Medication to suppress appetite- may be given if normal EKG and Blood Pressure and no history of Heart Disease.
- B12 shot
- Food supplement- If requested
Bring a copy of your recent labs including (comprehensive metabolic profile and thyroid panel )and an EKG which were performed within the last 6 months or you will be given a prescription to have labs performed.
Follow up visits are important to:
- Review your progress
- Answer your questions
- Share your weight loss success
- Physician counseling- can be weekly or biweekly (with supplements)
- Medication-if indicated
- Adjustment of diet regimen and medication.