More about our program
The Healthy You Band Center team believes that obesity is a complex disease, not just a problem of “willpower”. We recognize that it takes a team to address the variety of factors that contribute to this process. Surgery is only one component. As a team, we are dedicated to work with each patient, helping you obtain your weight loss goals.
- Healthy You assessment
- Psychological evaluation
- Nutritional counseling
- Emotional support
- Exercise opportunities
- Weight loss rewards
The highlights of our program include:
Healthy You assessment:
You will have the opportunity to meet with Dr. Blumofe and have your current health status reviewed. We believe that a complete update of your medical condition will promote a healthier outcome and make you a better, safer surgical candidate. You may be asked to update routine tests such as a mammogram (for women over the age of 40) or colonoscopy (if you are over the age of 50). Any other medical consultations, if needed, will be arranged. We encourage your primary care physician to be involved in this process.
Psychological evaluation:
The experts at our Counseling Care Center will meet with you individually. Our objective is to identify barriers to achieving your goals and supporting your success in the future.
Nutritional counseling:
Our bariatric dietician will educate you on all the aspects of the specific diet that is required prior to surgery, immediately after surgery and for band adjustments. You will be completely comfortable with the LAP-BAND® diet.
Emotional support:
Monthly educational support groups will provide you with an opportunity to share ideas, discuss your progress and personally apply concepts learned. Extended individual and group therapy are available if needed.
Exercise opportunities:
Personal trainers at our NorthPointe Health and Wellness gym in Roscoe, IL have an exercise program designed specifically for the post-operative Healthy You client.
Weight Loss rewards:
We recognize all of the hard work it takes to be successful at weight loss. We believe that all this effort deserves a reward with a mini make-over or spa treatment (for men and women) from Bedazzled Salon in Roscoe, IL. These are available at a substantially reduced cost to our Healthy You clients.
