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Weight Loss/ Management
Suggested Pre-Referral Evaluation and Management Guidelines	Refer patients in need of a monitored weight loss/management program. Need to be absent of eating disorders and/or acute crisis. This unique program combines group support, individual guidance, and strategies for developing healthy eating habits, physical activity habits, and a healthy attitude.
Suggested Additional Test/Management Prior to Specialty Visit	Patient could begin to record daily activity and food and beverage intake.
Patient Education/Information (includes preps)	Cost $66 for U-M employees, $82 for others. Not covered by insurance. This year-long program led by registered dietitians, fitness and health behavior specialists includes: 12 weeks of group sessions nutrition & fitness consultations at weeks 1 & 12 Individualized nutrition & physical activity plans 9 monthly support group sessions 6 and 12 month follow up All course materials Access to dietitians, fitness specialists, and health behavior specialist for 1 full year For basic nutrition guidelines go to mypyramid.gov Foods to Lower Cholesterol Weight Management: Getting Started Weight Management Tips Health Education Resource Center
Appointment Timeframe	New programs begin almost every month.
How to Get Results to Consultant	UMHS Patients: See MiChart External Patients: Hand carry non-UM records to visit
Clinic Contact Information	MHealthy Nutrition & Weight Management Phone: 734-647-7888 Website Referral form
Clinic Location Sites	MHealthy 2060 Wolverine Tower 3003 S. State Street Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1281
UM Consulting Physician
Revised on:	09/06/2012