Medi-Weightloss Clinics®, with a location convenient to New Tampa on S.R. 54 in Lutz, offers expert medical help for losing weight without surgery or fad diets. Whether you’re trying to lose 10 pounds to fit into your favorite bikini or 100 pounds to save your life, weight loss isn’t easy.
Kelli Maw, MD, the medical director at the Lutz location, noticed that many of her patients were looking for a program that would help them lose weight and, for many, the traditional, run-of-the-mill local weight loss options didn’t seem to be enough. That’s why Dr. Maw says she decided to join Medi-Weightloss Clinics®.
Dr. Maw, MD has more than 20 years of experience in family medicine, public health, and epidemiology. She holds a Master’s degree in public health, and is a graduate of Columbia University in New York City, NY, and the Institute of Medicine in Yangon, Myanmar.
Dr. Maw is a member of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians. After nine years as the medical executive director for the Hernando County Health Department, she sees her position with Medi-Weightloss Clinics® as a natural progression of her preventive care advocacy, especially in the prevention of chronic diseases related to obesity.
“There are no magic bullets in medicine to prevent chronic diseases, but maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle is as close as it gets,” Dr. Maw says. “One of the greatest things about Medi-Weightloss Clinics® is that we coach people to embrace a healthy lifestyle that puts them back in charge of their health and their weight.”
With summer just around the corner, now is a great time to get into shape. With 85 locations in 21 states, including 25 locations throughout Florida, Medi-Weightloss Clinics® is the nation’s premier physician-supervised weight loss program. Since 2006, the Lutz location has been offering local residents a way to lose weight and keep it off, without having to resort to fad diets or invasive surgery.
“At Medi-Weightloss Clinics®,” Dr. Maw says, “we have physicians and nutritionists on staff, and, in addition to the physical aspects of weight loss, we stress nutrition and education. We are committed to seeing patients keep the weight off. We focus on education and a healthy lifestyle, which includes exercise and learning appropriate portion sizes.”
All Medi-Weightloss Clinics® physicians are members of the Society of Bariatric Physicians and have expert experience helping patients with significant weight problems, especially those who have weight issues and other associated medical conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.On average, patients lose 7 pounds the first week and 2-3 pounds each week thereafter for the first month. Since opening, the Lutz location has helped its patients drop more than 30,000 pounds combined.
The program begins with a 90-minute initial consultation, where the patient receives a comprehensive exam that includes a review of his or her medical history, a physical, EKG, blood work, a body fat analysis and weight and BMI measurements. Dr. Maw will discuss the patient’s goals with them and make diet and exercise recommendations as well as provide vitamin supplements and an appetite suppressant, if applicable. During weekly follow-up visits, which last 15-20 minutes, patients receive supplemental injections, a weight analysis and weight loss support.
Medi-Weightloss Clinics® patients also receive access to the Signature Patient Website, which features delicious, healthy recipes and hundreds of exercises. Patients also can track their weight loss success and log their fitness activities on the website.
Dr. Maw also keeps patients’ primary care physicians informed about their progress, allowing healthcare providers to align their care, such as lowering blood pressure or cholesterol medication dosages when warranted, which is an advantage of the physician-supervised Medi program.
And, Medi-Weightloss Clinics® aren’t just about losing weight, but helping patients embrace a healthy lifestyle, improve self-esteem and prevent chronic diseases. “We will coach and support you so that you can take charge of your weight and health and feel your best again,” says Dr. Maw.
She adds, “We often don’t experience discomfort when we are gradually gaining weight because in our society food is associated with celebrations, holidays, family gatherings, and other happy occasions.” However, the reverse can be true when trying to lose weight. But, with the support and guidance of the professional Lutz staff, the process of losing weight doesn’t have to be a lonely one. Let Medi-Weightloss Clinics® help you make this summer the best bikini season yet!
The Lutz/Wesley Chapel Medi-Weightloss Clinic is located at 24420 S.R. 54, about a mile or so west of where S.R. 54 meets S.R. 56. For more information, call 909-1700 or visit MediWeightLossClinics.com/ Locations/Lutz.
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