Our programs for injured workers

Benefits

Treating obesity that is worsening a work-related injury can result in decreased pain, improved functional capacity, improved quality of life, and faster return to work. Our goal is to help you return to your pre-injury level of function as soon as feasible.

Establishing weight goals

Dr. Myers will set a goal weight for you based on your medical and dietary histories, current medical status, exercise capability, and any other factors that may influence your ability to reach and maintain a lower body weight. Some orthopedic surgeons may suggest a goal weight that is lower than the one Dr. Myers sets for you. These physicians may even recommend a different weight-loss program for you that promises faster weight loss. Our goal weights may still be considered obese by some standards, but they are realistic and based on established guidelines and what Dr. Myers believes you can realistically reach and maintain.

Behavior modification

The key to effective weight loss is behavior modification (lifestyle change). We help you achieve this with weekly group sessions conducted by our licensed behavioral therapist. You learn to change your undesirable eating habits and inactive lifestyles (within the limitations imposed by your injury) and to recognize and overcome the factors that contribute to your weight condition. You benefit from both group support and individualized professional guidance by our dietician and behavioral therapist.

Goal weight maintenance

We are committed to our patients’ long-term success. Our behavior modification programs can give you the motivation, exercise guidance, nutrition education, and support you need to ensure successful maintenance, especially after an injury.

If other medical or psychological factors contribute to your weight condition, we will use our expertise to facilitate the management of these conditions.

We have been helping obese patients since 1980, and will continue to offer a wide range of weight management programs.

To schedule a consultation, please phone our office at (562) 493-2266 and ask for Carrie McDermott. You will need to obtain a referral from your treating health professional; and we require written authorization from your carrier. We have extensive experience working with Workers Compensation carriers. If you wish, you can email us with your day and evening telephone numbers and we will be happy to call you.