Nonsurgical medical weight management at Valley includes dietary and lifestyle changes, exercise plans, and FDA-approved weight loss medications. Typically, patients can lose approximately 10 to 15 percent of their total body weight with medical management. However, there is much more to medical weight management such as addressing cardiovascular risk, management of diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, bone health, and overall well-being.
Valley LifeStart: The Center for Weight and Wellness™ provides medical weight management for individuals who either do not qualify for surgery, or for those who are interested in nonsurgical weight loss options. Our team works with you to find the right combination of strategies that will help you meet your weight-loss goals.
Medications for Weight Loss
Persons eligible for medication adjuncts for weight loss include:
- Persons who have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 30
- Persons who have a BMI greater than 27 and have weight-related problems such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, etc.
Current medications that are approved for weight loss act to suppress appetite, reduce cravings, decrease absorption of fats and make you feel full. These medications include:
- Orlistat (Xenical, Alli)
- Phentermine (Adipex-P, Lomaira)
- Phentermine and topiramate (Qsymia)
- Bupropion and naltrexone (Contrave)
- Liraglutide (Saxenda)
- Tirzepatide (Zepbound)
- Phendimetrazine (Bontril)
- Semaglutide (Wegovy)
- Metformin (prescribed off-label for weight loss, particularly in people with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes)
LifeStyles Fitness Center
Valley Health LifeStyles is a world-class fitness center featuring group exercise classes, a medical fitness program, a six-lane lap pool, a walking/running track, personal training and more.
Nutrition Programs
Valley offers a variety of personalized nutrition programs, including the "A Recipe for Life" guidance program, which provides individualized meal plans for managing medical conditions such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Other services include nutrition counseling at the Robert and Audrey Luckow Pavilion, personal nutrition coaching, and supermarket tours with registered dietitians.
Many insurance plans, including Medicare, may cover these services. To learn more or schedule an appointment, call 201-634-5371. For personal coaching details, call 201-447-8093 or email [email protected].
