Risks Associated with Childhood Obesity
Children who are considered affected by obesity are 70 percent more likely to continue being affected by obesity into adulthood.

In addition, they are at greater risk for serious medical issues such as:

  • Heart disease

  • High cholesterol

  • High blood pressure

  • Diabetes

  • Sleep Apnea

  • Cancer

  • Social discrimination, leading to low self-esteem and depression

Personalized Weight Management Plans for Children and Young Adults

Several options for medical weight management are now approved for pediatrics.

We welcome you to have a conversation with a board-certified obesity medicine pediatrician

  • Weight management plans tailored to you (included in membership)

  • Workup for endocrine causes of abnormal weight gain

  • In-office testing for genetic causes of obesity (free to you)

  • In-office testing for insulin resistance (free to you)

  • Latest targeted therapies to address metabolic complications

  • Targeted medical intervention where appropriate for specific causes of abnormal weight gain

  • Screening and monitoring for medication safety before and during medical therapy

  • Frequent in-person or virtual appointments to address ongoing concerns and treatment plan customization

  • Team includes a licensed counselor and registered dietician to assist with a comprehensive approach