Treatment Stratification

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Use the table below to determine the treatment strategy for patients based on BMI and the number of their co-morbidities.

Weight Loss Goals

• If the patient is overweight, the goal is to maintain weight and not gain

• If the patient is obese, the goal is to lose 10% of the current body weight

Resource

• NIH publication number 00-4084, 2000

Some tips to make your office a more supportive environment

• Obese-friendly office has the following characteristics:

  • • Positive attitudes from the staff

    • Adequate seating

    • Gowns in larger sizes

    • Privacy for weighing in

• Clear goal setting with the physician

• Presentation of information in multiple ways over time

• Supportive interactions from staff, other patients

• Follow-up for accountability

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