WEIGHT LOSS & OBESITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

Name: Medical Weight Loss - Lifestyle Physicians
Brand: Lifestyle Physicians
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

Our medical weight loss program operates under the supervision of our Board Certified Obesity Medicine Physician, Dr. Sagar Verma. This integrative medical clinic focused on medical weight loss when it opened in 2015 and we have already helped hundreds of people lose thousands of pounds! By word of mouth and referrals only, our weight loss center grew to include a Culpeper location.

We are proud of our patients for making the decision to have healthier lifestyles through the development of good habits. We provide support so that our Weight Loss Heroes continue to make better choices for their health and wellness.

Obesity Medicine Specialist are Board certified Physicians in Obesity Medicine

An obesity medicine physician is a physician with expertise in the sub-specialty of obesity medicine. This sub-specialty requires competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity.

Has expertise in the sub-specialty of obesity medicine; this sub-specialty requires competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors contributing to obesity.
Employs therapeutic interventions, including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy
Utilizes a comprehensive approach that might include additional resources, such as nutritionists, exercise physiologists, mental health professionals, and bariatric surgeons, as indicated to achieve optimal results
Maintains competency in providing pre-, peri-, and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients
Promotes the prevention of obesity and advocates for those whom suffer from obesity
Helps to improve the patient experience and quality of care

Sagar Verma MD (ABOM) has been practicing obesity medicine for the last 9 years in Warrenton and Culpeper VA.

WHAT MAKES OUR WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM DIFFERENT?

With so many commercial products and regimens on the market, we know you want a program that you can sustain AFTER you lose the weight. We do, too! Dr. Verma understands that obesity is a medical disease and can have many causes. It is important to understand WHY you are putting on weight; WHY you are not able to lose weight; WHY you have food cravings or feel hungry.

We address all of these concerns through an integrative approach and provide accountability to support you on your wellness experience to a healthy weight you can sustain. We will focus on improving your health and returning you to a healthy lifestyle that makes you happy! Our weight loss specialist helps you to sustain your weight, post our weight loss program.

Features Unique to Lifestyle Physicians Weight Loss Program:

Management and supervision by a Board-Certified Obesity Medical Doctor
Most major insurance, including Medicare, is accepted
We begin with a medical exam and evaluate your medical history
Extensive lab work examines insulin resistance, thyroid hormone status, inflammatory markers, and hormone levels
Provide Body Composition Analysis using In Body
Perform metabolic testing by Revue
Mandatory EKG

Weekly follow-up and accountability check-in, plus bi-weekly assessments at the clinic.
Meal plan with grocery list included
Meal replacement options to start the program and create a transition plan to normal meals
No requirement to purchase meal replacements
FDA approved medications such as Wegovy, Zepbound Phentermine, Bontril, Contrave, Qysmia, and Saxenda are prescribed only if needed
Multiple nutritional supplements offered as needed

What to Expect at Your First Visit-Two Parts

(1) WELLNESS EXAM:

A staff member will conduct a wellness exam that includes Body Composition Analysis (BCA), weigh in on the digital scale, Resting Metabolic Rate evaluation (after fasting). You will also get an EKG if needed and your body measurements will be taken. It takes approximately 40 minutes for these evaluations to be recorded.

(2) PHYSICIAN VISIT:

After your wellness exam, you will have a one-to-one consultation with one of the providers which lasts approximately 45 minutes.During this consultation,the provider will review the details of your medical history, the physical exam, BCA, metabolism analysis, EKG, and lab results.

The providers will create a tailored medical weight loss program that is customized to your specific needs and goals. Your unique plan will include a guided meal plan, nutritional supplements if needed, behavioral and lifestyle modifications,If medication is required,it will prescribe to you as needed.

After your consultation with the doctor, you will be helped to check out. This may take 20 minutes.

FOLLOW UP VISIT:

You will have a follow up appointment each week to weigh in with a staff member and every two weeks you will have a consultation with the providers.
Body Composition Analysis will be performed every 4th visit to assess progress
Additional blood tests and lab work may be required
As you get close to your goal, the Adaptation Phase begins
Finally, you will review your maintenance plan with Dr. Verma so that you continue to feel supported and easily maintain your goal weight
Finally, you will be on the maintenance plan to help you keep the weight off.

MAINTENANCE PLAN:

You have the option to continue consultation in the clinic to support ongoing weight management once you reach your goal weight
There is NO judgement in this program. It is hard to make such a major lifestyle change, and sometimes we need a supportive community to help us restart. We are here to support you with a smile and positive attitude!

MEAL PLAN:

Both grocery meal plans and meal replacement plans are available because we understand that people need a variety of resources. Planning family meals is easier with a grocery meal plan but having a meal replacement plan for vacations or work travel makes it easier to stay on track. You will have options on your medical weight loss journey with Lifestyle Physicians so that you do not have to struggle to find solutions.
Grocery Plans include detailed menus with a grocery list to make shopping and food preparation easier. These plans will change as you get closer to your goal weight OR as your needs change for nutritional requirements and optimizing healthy during weight loss program.
Meal Replacements are nutritionally designed to assist with weight loss. Dr. Verma suggests this option to jump start the obesity management program. This is a week-to-week option; there are no contracts to sign. All of the meal replacements provide a well-balanced nutrition source and convenience. Remember, a replacement bar or shake is a BETTER option than fast or convenience foods.

Meal Replacements

Meal replacements are nutritionally designed to assist you in weight loss. Doctor Verma finds that it is a wonderful way to jump starts your weight management journey.
You are not signed into a contract so you can go week by week.
Meal replacements are a well balanced source of nutrition and are very convenient in this fast paced life..
It is better to have a meal replacement bar or shake than to have fast food.

Grocery Meal Plans

You will be provided with a detailed grocery based meal plan at every stage as needed

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