| UAMS Program for Weight Loss
and Metabolic Control
Three Levels of Medical Supervision
Low Medical Supervision |
Criteria |
Program |
- BMI < 30
- No Active Medical Conditions
- No Medications Affected
by Weight Loss
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- Weekly behavior modification classes
- Weekly weights
- No medical supervision (after initial screening)
- At least 900 cal/day
- May use dietary supplement with food, or food only
- Can not be taking anorexiant drugs
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Intermediate Medical Supervision |
- BMI < 35
- Minor Medical Condition, (e.g. Mild hypertension)
- Some Medications Affected
by Weight Loss
- Weekly behavior modification classes
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- Weekly vital signs, nurse visit
- Monthly medical supervision and relevant blood tests
- At least 800 cal/day; may be all dietary
- supplement, but preferably one meal
- Possible use of anorexiant medications
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Full Medical Supervision |
- BMI >35
- Current Medical Conditions Requiring Medical Supervision
- Some Medications Affected by Weight Loss
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- Significant Medical History (eg. Diabetes, coronary disease, sleep apnea,
multiple medications)
- Weekly behavior modification classes
- Weekly vital signs & nurse visit
- Biweekly medical supervision with labs
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