Dr. Darm's Medically-supervised Weight Loss programs

Dr. Darm's Medical Weight Management

Our goal is to help you achieve and maintain your healthiest weight. We will take all aspects of your physical, mental and emotional health into consideration in order to attain optimal, long lasting results. Education, healthy lifestyle and personal responsibility each play a role in your success.

One of the most important aspects of our program is the medical setting. Our physician will continuously monitor your health. In additiona, our nutrition staff will teach you important behavior modification skills for long-term results. Physical activity will be tailored to your medical needs and lifestyle. Medications, both pharmaceutical and natural, are available based on your individual circumstances.

We perform laboratory tests to assess your heart, liver, and kidney function, as well as cholesterol and blood sugar levels. We also evaluate your thyroid hormone by looking at its active form, T3. Your percent body fat, lean muscle mass, hydration and metabolic rate will be assessed and monitored throughout the program. Your first visit will include a physical exam by our physician.

Our services include weekly weigh-ins and visits with our nutrition staff, as well as periodic visits with the doctor. During these visits, we will discuss all issues associated with your weight: medical, behavioral, emotional and environmental. During your fourth week of the program, you will begin attending our weekly weight loss classes.

One of the most important aspects of our program is the medical setting. Our physician will continuously monitor your health. In additiona, our nutrition staff will teach you important behavior modification skills for long-term results. Physical activity will be tailored to your medical needs and lifestyle. Medications, both pharmaceutical and natural, are available based on your individual circumstances.

We perform laboratory tests to assess your heart, liver, and kidney function, as well as cholesterol and blood sugar levels. We also evaluate your thyroid hormone by looking at its active form, T3. Your percent body fat, lean muscle mass, hydration and metabolic rate will be assessed and monitored throughout the program. Your first visit will include a physical exam by our physician.

Our services include weekly weigh-ins and visits with our nutrition staff, as well as periodic visits with the doctor. During these visits, we will discuss all issues associated with your weight: medical, behavioral, emotional and environmental. During your fourth week of the program, you will begin attending our weekly weight loss classes.

One of the most important aspects of our program is the medical setting. Our physician will continuously monitor your health. In additiona, our nutrition staff will teach you important behavior modification skills for long-term results. Physical activity will be tailored to your medical needs and lifestyle. Medications, both pharmaceutical and natural, are available based on your individual circumstances.

We perform laboratory tests to assess your heart, liver, and kidney function, as well as cholesterol and blood sugar levels. We also evaluate your thyroid hormone by looking at its active form, T3. Your percent body fat, lean muscle mass, hydration and metabolic rate will be assessed and monitored throughout the program. Your first visit will include a physical exam by our physician.

Our services include weekly weigh-ins and visits with our nutrition staff, as well as periodic visits with the doctor. During these visits, we will discuss all issues associated with your weight: medical, behavioral, emotional and environmental. During your fourth week of the program, you will begin attending our weekly weight loss classes.

One of the most important aspects of our program is the medical setting. Our physicians will continuously monitor your health. In addition, our dietitians will teach you important behavior modification skills for long-term results. Physical activity will be tailored to your medical needs and lifestyle. Medications, both pharmaceutical and natural, are available based on your individual circumstances.

You will be medically monitored with an initial physical exam, EKG, urinalysis, and lab draw. Significant changes are often seen in the first month in relation to blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, and blood glucose levels. Your percent body fat, lean muscle mass, hydration and metabolic rate will be assessed and monitored throughout the program. Your first visit will include a physical exam by our physician.

Our services include weekly weigh-ins and visits with our nutrition staff, as well as periodic visits with the doctor. During these visits, we will discuss all issues associated with your weight: medical, behavioral, emotional and environmental. During your fourth week of the program, you will begin attending our weekly weight loss classes.

Our two main weight loss programs are outlined below:

LOW CALORIE DIET (LCD)

The LCD Program includes:

- 5 or more nutritionally balanced meal replacements a day

- Weekly medical supervision during the first month and once a month thereafter

- Weekly class or dietitian/nutritionist visit (Additional cost for individual appointments)

- Weekly medical check-in

- Monthly lab work

- Monthly body composition analysis

HEALTHY SOLUTIONS

The HS program includes:

- 2 or more nutritionally balanced meal replacements, 2 entrees, 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day

- Weekly medical supervision during the first month and once a month thereafter

- Weekly class or dietitian/nutritionist visit (Additional cost for individual appointments)

- Weekly medical check-in

- Quarterly lab work

- Monthly body composition analysis

During the first three weeks you will meet individually with the physician and a dietitian to establish you in the program. The fourth week you will be enrolled in the educational classes. During your weekly visits you will receive information from our dietitian to guide you toward permanent lifestyle changes, as well as physician supervision and monitoring of appetite control.

See HMR published studies and abstracts

• A Systematic Review of Targeted Outcomes Associated with a Medically Supervised Commercial Weight-Loss Program
  

• Weight Loss in Five Treatment Options in a Structured Behavioral Program

• Weight loss with a behavioral program using meal replacements, fruit and vegetables: a 24-week randomized, controlled trial
  

For more information visit www.drdarm.com or call at (1-888) 697 9717 for a free consultation.

Lose 30 to 60 lbs in 3 to 6 months with medically-supervised weight loss at Dr. Darm's Medical Weight Management at Aesthetic Medicine in Portland, Oregon.

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