Medical Weight Loss & Wellness Program
Why Weight for Wellness?
Our medical Weight Loss & Wellness program has been designed with you, your health, convenience, and mindfulness at the forefront. We’ve constructed a wellness program with different options, and the best part is, YOU choose what “fits” your needs to improve and achieve a healthy and quality lifestyle. With change comes questions, and a need for support, encouragement, and affirmations; through shared efforts, we’re here to help guide you each step of the way.
If you want to feel healthier, feel you would benefit from losing weight, and feel like coaching and having real-time support would help you achieve your goals, our Medical Weight Loss & Wellness program might be for you.
Why Weight?
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Our Program
Upon receiving a referral from your physician, you will be enrolled and will have premium access to support services. We will work together to guide, teach, and accomplish goals throughout the program. Methodist Dallas Medical Center is an accredited center of excellence with proven quality outcomes and we’re confident we can make a difference in your wellness and weight loss journey.
Your tailored plan would consist of the following benefits:
Physician monitoring*
Physician-supervised weight loss with regular monitoring ensures that any underlying conditions are managed. Your physician will assess health, and identify and monitor health conditions that can contribute to weight gain or impact weight loss. If appropriate, they can also prescribe weight loss medications, as needed; monitor weight loss; and order labs.
Your regular PCP or specialist will need to submit a referral to the Weight Loss and Wellness Program on your behalf. As part of the program, you will continue seeing your provider throughout your weight loss journey and submit your regular copay or cash payment to them. If you do not have a regular PCP or specialist, we can refer you to one.
Nutrition counseling
Dieticians utilize scientific background to understand the science behind obesity and the food and nutrition expertise to assist clients with making the necessary lifestyle changes. They educate you on healthy food options, set realistic goals, and provide feedback and accountability.
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, you will meet one-on-one with a dietician each month, either virtually or in person, and they will serve as your primary contact.
Educational and video content
Understanding how to modify your lifestyle and gain more self-control with eating have a major role in reducing weight and BMI (Ostovan, 2013).
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, you will get access to a web-based app and concierge navigational support tool that provides educational resources, food and exercise trackers, and coordination tools that allow you to set and achieve goals (i.e. Why Weight for Wellness App via VOX Telehealth).
Fitness coaching and evaluations
Fitness coaches help achieve long-term health and fitness goals. They coach their clients to develop a healthy lifestyle and activity plans that include exercise, workout programs, and goal setting (Douglas, 2023).
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, you will meet one-on-one with a fitness consultant each month, either virtually or in person.
Body composition analyses
Body composition analyses measure weight, muscle mass, body fat, and water content. This enables you and your weight loss team to better create tailored plans and track progress (InBody USA, 2023).
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, you will receive between 2 to 5 InBody scans, depending on the program length you choose.
Peer support meetings
Support groups provide a system of accountability. Members often establish goals collectively and regularly check in with one another to hold each other responsible, for their actions. This sense of accountability boosts motivation levels and helps individuals stay on track with their weight management plans (AHA Physician Alliance, 2023). Patients who attended support groups had significantly improved glycemic control and decreased obesity compared to those who did not (Ufholz, 2020).
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, you will have access to virtual and in-person support group sessions featuring different topics, speakers, and activities.
Weight loss medication*
Weight loss medications can help patients lose 5-12% of their total weight, which has been shown to lower blood pressure, blood sugar, and triglyceride levels (Ryan, 2017; Ghusn, 2022). Additionally, weight loss medications taken after an initial weight loss brought about by diet and lifestyle changes can result in significant additional weight reduction (Wadden, 2023). There are various pharmacotherapy options available, both short and long-term, and your PCP or specialist will help you determine what’s right for you. Your PCP or specialist can submit your prescription to the Methodist Community Pharmacy (Dallas) or MTM Clinic for faster prior authorization; increased availability of medications with shortages, mail delivery options, and discounted cash prices. Our Weight Loss and Wellness Program team can also help you navigate prescription discount-assistance programs.
Psychological counseling*
Psychological evaluation can help ensure patients are mentally ready to undergo a weight loss program; since untreated mental health or behavioral issues can impede a successful outcome (Snyder, 2009).
As part of the Weight Loss and Wellness Program, we will provide you resources on accessing psychological counseling. You will submit your copay or cash payment to them directly.
Our plans:
Once you select a program, you can pay monthly or all at once.
3 Month Program (12 weeks)
$220 or $73/month
6 Month Program (24 weeks)
$400 or $67/month
12 Month Program (52 weeks)
$760 or $63/month
*Separate fees are associated with these services. Contact a team member for additional information
Methodist reserves the right to change any prices and/or services at any time without notice. Nothing herein shall be binding upon Methodist.
Why Weight?
We’re available to answer any questions you may have. Call us today
(214) 947-3699 or email
weightloss@mhd.com.
