Medical Weight Management
Maintaining a healthy weight can have a positive impact on your overall well-being and decrease your likelihood of developing certain diseases like cancer. Whether your goal is to lose weight, maintain your weight or gain weight, our team of experienced weight management providers is committed to helping you reach your goals. At UNC Health Caldwell, we offer two clinics devoted to weight management. Choose from our UNC Health Lifestyle and Wellness locations in Hickory and Lenoir. You can also choose from a number of certified weight management providers.
Benefits of Weight Loss
According to the National Institute of Health, weight loss can cause meaningful changes in your health. Losing weight can reduce comorbidities, or medical conditions that exist at the same time. By making healthy lifestyle changes, you could benefit from:
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Improved Mobility and Osteoarthritis Pain
- Improved Cholesterol: Lower Triglycerides and Higher HDL
- Improved Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Improved Quality of Life
- Lower Healthcare Costs
- Improved Fertility in Women
Services Offered
There are a number of methods to achieve a healthy weight. Meet with one of our providers to discuss your needs and goals. You will work together to agree on a personalized treatment plan. Your treatment plan may include one or more of the services listed below.
Medical Weight Management
According to the CDC, 2 out of 5 adults in the United States have obesity, a BMI of 30 or higher. Medical weight management can help patients achieve a healthy BMI safely by offering the support of a medical provider. You will meet with our medical provider to establish your goals and create a plan to achieve them. Weight management is not just for weight loss. You can meet with a provider if you would like to gain weight or maintain your current weight. The tools used in your treatment are as unique as you are. You may wish to approach weight loss through nutrition or through lifestyle coaching. You may also wish to utilize medications like GLP-1s. Whatever you choose, we are here to support you throughout your journey.
Behavioral and Lifestyle Coaching
It can be difficult to develop healthy and lasting habits. Maybe you want to develop an exercise schedule that you can stick with. Or maybe you have negative thoughts that keep you from growing. Work with us to overcome common hurdles and build a positive self-image. We are here to help you make positive changes for life, not for a season.
Metabolic Testing
Do you know how your body burns calories? We provide metabolic testing to identify your personal resting metabolic rate (RMR). This test helps you better understand how your body uses calories to keep you moving through your day. Your fitness and nutrition plans can be tailored to your body, which leads to increased success.
Medication Management
If medication would be helpful in your weight loss journey, trust your provider to recommend the best option for you. Trust our team of experienced weight management specialists to track your progress and choose the most effective tools for your personalized treatment plan.
Nutrition Guidance
Creating a nutrition plan for yourself can be challenging. It is easy to become overwhelmed when grocery shopping. Our goal is to provide you with the education and guidance you need to fuel yourself with all the nutrients your body needs. You can feel more confident building meals that taste good and keep your body moving.
