"SUDHA BARIATRICS"
(A comprehensive medical weight loss program)

 

The term Bariatric is derived from the Greek word "bari"; meaning weight. Bariatric physician is a specialist in Bariatric medicine which is an art and science of medical weight management.

Dr.Patwardhan started Family medicine practice six years ago. Amongst her patient population, she found that there is high prevalence of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes. As a chronic disease, overweight and obesity increases risk of above diseases. Studies have shown that even a weight reduction of 10% can significantly reduce individual's health risks for heart attack, stroke, osteoarthritis, certain cancers, sleep apnea etc.

This inspired Dr.Patwardhan to specialize in Bariatric Medicine (overweight and obesity management) to improve heart health and related other medical problems. She is pleased to announce that now she is board certified to practice Bariatric Medicine (Medical weight loss); the weight loss program we offer is Sudha Bariatrics.

We look forward to "Happy, successful losers" in our practice.

These are the features of the Weight loss program based on ASBP bariatric guidelines :

  • Commitment: Long-term approach to weight management and lifestyle change that involves an initial commitment of 3-6 months depending on amount of weight to loose. Upon completion, continued participation in our maintenance program is strongly encouraged.


  • Comprehensive work-up :

    1. An initial patient work-up to include medical history, physical exam, lab studies and EKG.
    2. Fitness and metabolic testing, e.g. fat composition, BMI etc.

  • Approach :

    1. Diet and Nutrition, including reduced calorie diets (LCD) and Very low calorie diet (VLCD)
    2. Exercise prescription, tailored to individual capabilities.
    3. Protein and weight loss supplements
    4. Prescription weight loss medication, if indicated, as part of weight loss program.
    5. Periodic follow-up (Lifestyle Intervention Program) for weight maintenance. Patients are encouraged to attend group meetings and lectures.

 


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