Many Americans are overweight or obese, which puts them at risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other chronic conditions. At North View Medical Clinic in Mead, Washington, board-certified family practice physician John Torquato, MD, and his staff offer medical weight loss to help you achieve your goal weight and reduce the risk of health problems. Book an appointment by phone or online today.

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What is medical weight loss?

Weight loss at North View Medical Clinic includes medical supervision and education to make reaching your goal weight simple. Dr. Torquato and his team evaluate your health and customize nutrition and exercise plans that match your lifestyle, needs, and preferences. Medically supervised weight loss increases your chance of long-term success.

What are the benefits of medical weight loss?

Some of the benefits you can experience with medical weight loss at North View Medical Clinic include the following:

  • More self-confidence
  • Increased energy levels
  • A lower risk of disease
  • Medical supervision
  • A higher chance of long-term success
  • Lower medication dosages
  • Improvements in mental health
  • A better overall quality of life

Medical weight loss offers the structure, motivation, and support needed to keep you on track with long-term healthy living.

Is medical weight loss right for me?

You’re a good candidate for medical weight loss if you’re classified as overweight or obese, at risk of obesity-related health problems, and you haven’t been able to reach a healthy weight on your own. Dr. Torquato offers virtual medical weight loss and health coaching for added convenience.

What happens during my first appointment?

During your first medical weight loss visit, Dr. Torquato reviews your medical history, weighs you, and checks your blood pressure, pulse, and other vital signs. He completes a physical examination as needed and might recommend you undergo blood tests to detect or rule out health problems.

He customizes a diet and exercise plan just for you. He might recommend you make healthy lifestyle changes, try plant-based nutrition, take dietary supplements, or continue taking medications to help you properly manage a chronic disease.

Dr. Torquato’s goal is to reduce medication dosages you must take during and after weight loss. He answers questions you may have throughout your weight loss journey.

What should I expect during subsequent visits?

You can follow up with Dr. Torquato weekly, monthly, or as needed during your weight loss program. He makes changes to your treatment plan as needed to ensure success and optimal health. Dr. Torquato offers virtual sessions so you can always visit with him, regardless of where you live.

Don’t give up on weight loss despite failed past efforts to reach your goal weight. Schedule an appointment with North View Medical Clinic by phone or online to get started today.