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What is Medical Weight Loss?
Medical weight loss uses structured, evidence-based care to help you safely and effectively lose weight without surgery. You may benefit from medical weight loss if you have a body mass index (BMI) over 25, or a health condition that could improve with weight loss.
Calculate your BMI by entering your weight and height into the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’s BMI calculator.
When to See a Specialist
Your primary care doctor may recommend weight management services to prevent disease or improve weight-related health conditions including:
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Sleep apnea
Conditions Treated
See the full list of conditions we treat, and select a condition to find providers and locations near you.
Start Your Weight-Loss Journey
Our weight management specialists will meet with you to identify your weight-loss needs and goals. During the meeting we will discuss:
- Why you need and want to lose weight
- Your healthy weight
- Health, behavior, and lifestyle concerns that could affect your weight.
We'll answer your questions and help you decide the best weight-loss approach for you.
Sonya's Story
Sonya Koenig struggled with weight management throughout her entire life. That is until she met with the Weight Management Team at Essentia Health. Now, down more than 120 pounds, Sonya is well on her way to getting her life back.
Customized Weight-Loss Plans
Your care team will work with you to develop an individualized weight-loss plan. Your plan may include:
- Behavior changes
- Healthful food choices
- Exercise for your specific needs
- Physical therapy
- Progress checks
We'll educate, encourage, and support you through every step of your weight-loss journey.
Experienced, Sensitive Staff
From your initial appointment through follow-up care, our weight management team will work with you to support your success. Get personalized help from an experienced and compassionate team of:
- Doctors
- Nurse practitioners
- Nurses
- Registered dietitians
- Behavioral and mental health providers
- Exercise specialists
- Physical therapists
Live a Healthy Life
- Keep your new lifestyle to ensure long-term weight management success. Find follow-up care, weight-maintenance plans, and support groups to maintain your weight loss.
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Bariatric Surgery
Count on Essentia Health to help you reach a healthy weight and improve your quality of life with safe and effective weight-loss surgery.