Reaching and maintaining a healthy body weight is important for your overall health. Losing weight can lower your risk of serious health problems and make you feel better physically, mentally and emotionally.
Tailored weight loss for every journey
If you're ready to lose weight and get healthier, we're here to help you every step of the way. We are experts in nutrition, behavior change, weight loss surgery and weight loss medication. We'll take the time to learn about you, your goals and what you've tried before. Together, we'll create a personalized plan that fits your needs, lifestyle and preferences. Our approach focuses on lasting change through healthy habits, mindset and support. We believe in progress, not perfection, and we'll help you make steady, sustainable improvements that last.
No matter where you are in your journey, we'll be with you, cheering you on when you need guidance, motivation and when you're celebrating your success. You're not alone—every step of the way, we’re here to support you and help you achieve the healthy life you deserve.
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Conditions
When it comes to weight and wellness, your body weight and lifestyle habits play a big role in your overall health. Excess weight can impact many areas of your well-being and increase the risk of developing a range of conditions. Some of these include:
Anxiety
Cancer
Depression
Diabetes
Fatty liver
Gallbladder disease
Heart disease
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Joint replacement
Metabolic disorders
Metabolic syndrome
Obesity
Stroke
Thyroid diseases
Testing
Getting to an ideal, healthy weight can be harder for some than others. If you've had trouble losing weight or have noticed unexplained changes in your weight, our team will recommend tests to better understand your overall health. These tests help identify any underlying conditions that may be affecting your weight. Some of the tests we may recommend include:
- Blood tests
- Electrocardiogram
- Fibroscan (for fatty liver assessment)
- Gallbladder ultrasound
- HIDA scan
- Metabolic tests
- Ultrasound elastography
- MR elastography
- X-ray
Treatments
Weight loss is different for everyone, so there are many ways to reach your goals. Our approach includes experts from across Tufts Medicine who work together to help you achieve your wellness objectives. Treatment options may include:
- Bariatric (weight loss) surgery: Surgeons use tiny incisions for minimal scarring. Options include gastric bypass surgery, vertical sleeve gastrectomy and revision bariatric surgery. These procedures can lead to significant weight loss and improve or resolve health conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease and sleep apnea.
- Medical weight loss: A comprehensive program combining medical, nutritional and lifestyle changes to help you lose weight and maintain it. This includes personalized coaching, nutrition counseling, exercise plans and weight loss medications. The focus is on sustainable weight loss strategies to help you make long-term changes.
- Nutrition: Registered dietitians provide tailored support for conditions like obesity, malabsorption and underweight. We create customized nutrition plans designed to improve overall health, address specific health concerns and help you achieve your weight loss goals.
- Weight loss medication: Clinical pharmacists work with you to find the right medications for your needs, including GLP-1s, which help regulate blood sugar and appetite. These medications are carefully monitored for safety and effectiveness as part of a comprehensive weight loss plan.
This approach brings together a range of treatment options and supports to help you succeed in your weight loss journey, no matter where you're starting from.
FAQs
Am I a candidate for medical weight loss?
You may consider a medical weight loss program if you have more than 20 pounds to lose, have tried to lose weight on your own, or have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above.
When should I get weight loss surgery?
Weight loss surgery may be an option if other weight loss methods haven't worked or you have a weight-related health problem such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes or heart disease.
Will losing weight after surgery help improve my other health issues?
Usually, yes. Significant weight loss can help reduce health issues and lower the risk of life-threatening diseases like cancer. It can also greatly improve your quality of life.
How long will I stay in the hospital after weight loss surgery?
You will likely spend one or two days in the hospital, depending on the type of weight loss surgery you have.
Do you need surgery to remove excess skin after weight loss surgery?
You may consider body sculpting once you have reached your target body weight and maintain a steady weight. Body sculpting procedures remove loose skin and tighten body areas like the upper arms, stomach, thigh and waist.
Will my insurance cover weight loss surgery?
Many insurance plans cover weight loss surgery. Call your insurance provider to find out about coverage.
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