Looking for new ways to best serve our patients, Essential Health-Fosson is delighted to introduce a complete weight management service designed to help people achieve their weight loss and well-being goals.
The robust team includes Kari GudmundsonNurse practitioner and specialist in certified weight management; Dietitian and certified diabetic educator Sarah Wills; and physiotherapists Jacob Vossler,, Rhonda Breitbach And Peter Flaa. Additional support from our behavioral health specialists and pharmacists is available if necessary.
Weight loss has many advantages, especially – especially – better quality of life. It can prevent or minimize health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and sleep apnea. Patients report higher energy levels and less pain and pain.
“This service helps you set realistic and tangible objectives to help you achieve the desired health results. We are also emphasizing long -term behavior change,” said Wills. “Our team approach offers support and responsibility, which improves patients’ results. We work with the patient to create important objectives for them, because we know that it will ultimately stimulate success.”
Weight management at Essentia Health-Fosson offers the following:
- Evaluation of individual suppliers: Each participant undergoes an in -depth evaluation to understand their unique needs, their medical history, life factors and weight management objectives. This assessment constitutes the basics of personalized care and tailor -made interventions.
- Personalized nutrition plans: Our experienced dietitists work in close collaboration with participants to develop individual nutritional plans which promote healthy eating habits, portions control and balanced nutrient contribution. We highlight lasting lifestyle changes rather than restrictive regimes.
- Physical activity guide: Weight management includes advice on the integration of regular physical activity in daily routines. Our fitness experts provide exercise recommendations adapted to different levels of fitness and capacities, guaranteeing safety and efficiency.
- Behavioral modification techniques: We recognize the importance of treating the psychological and emotional aspects of weight management. We use behavioral modification techniques based on evidence to help participants develop healthy habits, manage stress and overcome obstacles to success.
- Continuous support and education: We believe that continuous support is crucial for long -term success. Participants receive regular coaching sessions, educational resources and access to support groups to promote motivation, responsibility and a feeling of community.
- Progress monitoring and evaluation: We use advanced tools and technologies to monitor participants’ progress, including analysis of body composition, weight monitoring and other relevant measures. This allows us to assess the results, make the necessary adjustments and celebrate achievements.
“We work as a team to approach obesity using a patient -centered approach, emphasizing the long -term health and lifestyle changes,” said Gudmundson. “My goal is to allow you the tools and support you need to succeed.”
This is another way for Essential to meet the constantly evolving needs of our patients in and around Fosston by providing high -quality weight management services near them.
To find out more about weight management in Essential Health-Fosson, or to make an appointment, call (218) 435-1212 or log into your Mychart patient portal.