An aerial vision of Uva Health, which includes the UVA medical school and the nursing school.
Uva Health University Medical Center was appointed to the inaugural list of Newsweek of the 200 best clinics and weight loss centers in America.
“I want to share my congratulations to this incredible team. I have the privilege of speaking with many patients in the community, and they frequently mention our weight loss team as a trusted care providers, walking with them throughout their trip, “said Wendy Horton, Pharmd, MBA, general manager of the UVA Health University Medical Center. “I greatly appreciate the incredible work they do and the difference they do every day.”
Nowsweek In partnership with the Statista data collection company to name the best clinics and weight loss centers in the United States, “recognizing 200 facilities across the country that helped people achieve healthy and sustainable weight loss,” said news publication. The list is based on criteria that include:
- A national survey of care professionals with knowledge of weight loss programs.
- Accreditation by the accreditation and improvement program of the quality of metabolic and bariatric surgery, which Uva Health has won.
“I am honored to work alongside a team of colleagues dedicated to finding the best approach for each of our patients to help them live a healthier life,” said Peter Hallowell, MD, director of the Bariatric Surgery Program at UVA Health. “I’m so proud to see this team recognized by Newsweek.”
UVA Health’s full program includes access to weight loss drugs, full weight loss surgery, nutritional, exercise support and mental health support. The UVA team includes:
- Obesity medicine certified at the Council
- Doctors specially trained in metabolic disorders
- Certified board of directors
- Dietitians
- Certified authorized nurses
- Behavior health specialists
“Our full team of experts has undertaken to work closely with our patients to find sustainable solutions that will improve their quality of life and their health,” said Catherine Varney, Do, director of UVA Health’s obesity medicine. “We can’t wait to help more people in the years to come.”