Weight Loss Program

Nearly three-fourths of Americans carry excess weight, but your ideal weight is within reach with the help of Paradise Family Practice in Orange City, Florida. Compassionate nurse practitioner Cassie Harrison, NP, offers medically supervised weight loss programs customized to your needs and desired results. Schedule an in-office, home visit, or telehealth evaluation with Cassie by calling the office or booking a visit online today. 

What is a medically supervised weight loss program?

Weight loss programs at Paradise Family Practice are highly effective, individualized plans that make it easier for you to safely lose weight and maintain your target weight for a lifetime. Cassie works with you to create a program tailored around your lifestyle, health history, food preferences, schedule, and goals. 

What are the benefits of medically supervised weight loss programs?

Medical weight loss programs available at Paradise Family Practice provide the following benefits and more:

• Easy, safe, long-lasting weight loss
• Reduced appetite
• Increased metabolism
• Improved body composition
• More energy
• Lower risk of chronic diseases
• Enhanced disease management
• Longer life expectancy
• Less depression and anxiety
• Mood improvements
• Self-confidence
• Enhanced quality of life

Cassie meets with you at Paradise Family Practice, from the comfort of your home or office via telehealth, or during a home visit to develop a personalized weight loss program and ensure you stay on track with your plan. 

Which medical weight loss program is right for me?

Cassie completes an initial weight loss evaluation to create a program tailored just for you. She evaluates your body weight, body mass index (BMI), health history, blood pressure, and other vital signs. 

Cassie completes a physical exam when necessary and often orders on-site lab testing, heart function tests, or other diagnostic tests. She screens you for health concerns, such as high cholesterol, high blood sugar levels, nutrient deficiencies, thyroid disorders, and other types of hormone imbalance. 

Cassie discusses your usual diet, exercise, sleep, other lifestyle habits, stressors, medications, and food preferences. She develops an easy-to-follow weight loss plan based on your desired outcome.

What do medically supervised weight loss programs include?

Your personalized weight loss program might consist of the following:

• Custom meal plans
• Dietary supplements
• Exercise recommendations
• Nutrition and lifestyle education 
• Behavioral therapy
• Stress management
• Weight loss medications
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• NAD treatment

Follow up with Cassie periodically in person or virtually to address questions about your weight loss program, evaluate your progress, and alter your plan as you begin moving toward your ideal body weight and health goals.

Schedule an in-office, home visit, or telehealth weight loss program evaluation with Cassie at Paradise Family Practice. Call the office or request an appointment online today.