Our mission is to provide each of our patients with ongoing, individualized care and support as you go through all phases of this exciting and life changing process; helping empower you not only to maximize your weight loss, but also your health, vitality, and sense of well-being. From your initial visit to your long-range adjustment to a new lifestyle, we are here to guide you in your commitment to lasting lifelong change.
Our experienced team of professionals works very closely with Dr. Cywes using a cognitive behavioral therapy approach that addresses carbohydrate addiction as the cause of obesity and obesity-related co-morbidities. We use a substance abuse methodology, rather than a diet and exercise approach, along with bariatric surgery when appropriate, to accomplish effective long term treatment of obesity for both adolescent and adult patients.
OUR MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM INCLUDES:
Bariatric Program Coordinator – provides coordination of patient care from entry into the program, insurance verification, surgery date, and ongoing after care – a constant presence and resource for you throughout your experience
Dietician – educates each patient in the principles of the low carbohydrate/healthy fat way of eating – an expert in nutrition and an ongoing support for you as you learn “what and how” to eat for optimal health and weight management
Weight Loss Counselor – uses cognitive behavioral therapy to guide each patient in how to incorporate new lifestyle changes for weight management, better health and quality of life – a passionate patient advocate for lifestyle change
Psychologist – assesses and advises you in your readiness for the lifestyle changes that you will be undertaking
Office Coordinator – ensures the professional and efficient management of all aspects of our office – provides outstanding service to our patients at every step in the process; from scheduling your initial informational seminar, to surgery scheduling, to after care
Medical Assistant – performs a variety of duties related to the intake, examination and medical treatment of our patients – provides compassionate clinical care to all our patients
You – the most important team member of all – our mission will be a success ONLY if you bring your commitment and determined effort toward lifestyle change