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Comprehensive Weight Management Program
Resources
These resources are intended to assist in patient education only, and are not an endorsement of any organization or website listed. Always consult your doctor for any health concerns.
American
Obesity Association 
Advocacy and education on adult and childhood obesity. Consumer alerts, obesity
research and advocacy updates. Resources in English and Spanish.
American Society for Bariatric
Surgery
Detailed information on history
of bariatric surgery, rationale for surgery, BMI calculator and other patient
resources, provided by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery (ASBS).
Dean/St.
Mary's Health Works
Fitness, exercise and healthy eating classes offered by Dean/St.
Mary's Health Works.
Health Topics
A-Z
A reference for many medical conditions, medication uses and side effects, and
management of chronic conditions. Includes information on adult health, senior
health, and more. Found in the Health & Wellness section of Deancare.com.
MedlinePlus:
Obesity
U.S. National Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health website.
Specific information about obesity, weight loss, metabolic disorders, and
more.
MedlinePlus:
Weight Control
Information about maintaining a healthy weight, for both children
and adults, provided by the U.S. National Library of Medicine
and National Institutes of Health.
MedlinePlus: Weight Loss Surgery
Information about weight loss surgery, provided by the U.S. National
Library of Medicine and National Institutes of Health.
MyPyramid.gov
This site has a wealth of ideas that can
help you get started toward a healthier lifestyle. There are
tips for healthy eating, physical activity, eating out, sample
menus, recipes and more.
NutritionData.com
Nutrition facts, online calorie calculator, daily consumption tracking, food
comparison tools, and other tools to help you watch your diet and nutritional
intake.
Obesity
Action Coalition
Information, education, advocacy and patient stories for those
affected by obesity.
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