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Key Contacts:
Seminar & Support Group Registration
206-368-1350

Program Information
206-368-1350

Outside of Seattle
877-839-8916

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206-364-0500


NUTRITION: Our Program

Services include: Approximately 3 hours of nutrition counseling and/or classes plus attendance at monthly support group meetings.

Initial dietitian visit (1 hour): Includes Nutrition Assessment (required by surgeon and most insurance companies) and information for diet modifications including:

  • Pre-surgical diet (to promote 5% weight reduction)
  • Post-surgical diet information:
    • Diet progression, practice tips, supplements
    • Sample menus
    • Resources
Regular follow-up visits to monitor your progress and assess for nutrient and protein needs, provide guidance for lifestyle modification, and help you to develop healthy eating habits for maintaining weight loss.
    • 1/2 hour follow up visits every 2 to 3 months or as needed during the first year
    • Monthly support group meetings
Cost is $250.00 (cash, check , Visa or MasterCard accepted)

Insurance Information: Most insurance plans do NOT cover for nutrition counseling; please check with your insurance provider.

To schedule an appointment, call the Outpatient Nutrition Clinic office at 206-368-1919.

 

 

 

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