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Physician's
Weight Loss Clinic
Medically
Supervised |
Program
Elements:
This
weight loss and control program is founded on solid medical
understanding of the factors which contribute to the
development of obesity and provides you with state of the art
information and techniques to help you achieve your weight
loss goals. Please read, understand and comply with each
element of the program and success will follow.
FIRST
VISIT: The purpose of the medical intake is to gather as
much information as is necessary to understand the factors
which contribute to your weight problem and the medical issues
which we must take into consideration as we design your
program. You will be asked to purchase a kitchen scale in
order to weigh your portions. Once you have achieved your
target weight, you will have developed a 'visual' memory of
the approximate weight of certain foods and the scale will no
longer be necessary.
RAPID
WEIGHT LOSS: It is critical that you attend clinic
regularly as instructed in order to provide you with
the appropriate feedback and medical treatment necessary to
maximize the effectiveness of the program. You will be
weighed, our staff will review your food diary and you will
receive the necessary injections. You will also be provided
with prescriptions necessary to maximize the effectiveness of
the program and to assure that the weight loss is occurring
safely. You will be required to attend our clinic 3
times per week until you have achieved your target
weight. Once this occurs, you will be placed on a maintenance
schedule.
MAINTENANCE:
Maintenance visits are required to assure that you receive
the appropriate support and advice to help control your weight
in the long run. You will be asked to attend clinic twice
weekly for 3 months and then once weekly thereafter. We will
ask you to engage in a regular exercise regime which will be
targeted to your particular situation. Exercise is an
essential component of our program.
Essentials:
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Drink
a minimum of 8 glasses (8 oz.) of water per day
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Please
follow your exercise prescription to the best of your
abilities
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Eat
only in one room and in the company of someone else
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Do
not read or watch TV when eating
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Record
all food intake related activities
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Record
the number of glasses of water you drink each day
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Use
the 'Clinic Plate' if recommended by the medical staff
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Shop
with our guide on hand
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Take
all prescribed products
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You
may boil, broil and bake your foods
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Avoid
frying if possible, although sautéing with a teaspoon of
olive oil is acceptable.
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It
is best to have 3 meals per day rather than one large one
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Avoid
eating if you're not hungry
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Always
trim fat from all meats
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Never
eat the skin on chicken/turkey.
Program
Details:
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Although
individual weight loss may vary, if you follow the
prescribed program you can expect to lose 15 to 20 lb per
month on average
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Together,
we will determine a target weight which will guide our
efforts
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Your
diet is designed to meet your individual needs and uses
foods which you would normally purchase. We do not
advocate using pre-packaged meals, etc.
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It
is essential that you take all the prescribed vitamins and
minerals as directed
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You
will be required to attend the clinic three times per week
initially on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
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Once
the target weight is achieved, you will be required to
attend clinic twice weekly for a three month period
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Thereafter
you will be required to attend weekly as your weight and
health are monitored
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You
will be assessed by the clinic staff with every visit and
you will also see Dr. Pinto on a regular basis
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You
will be required to undergo blood and/or urine testing on
a regular basis to assure that your biochemistry remains
within normal range
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During
your initial consultation, a medical history, examination
and education about the program will occur
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Some
elements of your program are covered by OHIP and you are
required to present a valid health card at every visit.
Please
feel free to Contact
Us for more information about our Medically Supervised
Weight Loss Clinic.
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