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The C.O.A.C.H. Clinic is a family-centered, multidisciplinary outpatient clinic designed to prevent and treat obesity in children and teens through lifestyle changes. The C.O.A.C.H. Clinic will require a strong commitment and readiness to make changes--on the part of both you and your child/teen. Patients referred to C.O.A.C.H. Clinic receive care and counseling over the course of their visits. The visits will range from monthly to quarterly to complete the program. In order to take part in our clinic, patients should be:
Our multidisciplinary team focuses on educating the individual and family to improve health.
Treatments include dietary, behavioral and exercise changes in lifestyle. We'll work with you to create the best treatment plan for your child.
We look forward to helping you and your child achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. To be sure you and your family get the most benefit from your visit, we recommend:
The first appointment consists of the new patient and caregiver being triaged and meeting with our doctor/advanced practice registered nurse (APRN). It is possible that your child may see a Registered Dietitian, Physical Therapist, and/or Psychologist, if necessary.
The doctor/APRN will perform the following:
After the initial visit with the C.O.A.C.H. physician or APRN, your child will have 4 follow-up visits (at minimum) with our Registered Dietitian, Physical Therapy, and Psychology services.
Our multidisciplinary team focuses on educating the individual and family to improve health.
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Q: Will I be on a diet?
A: Our program will not place a patient on a specific diet. Our program is customized to individual needs. We will NOT use meal substitutes, drinks, or diet pills. We work with the individual and family to improve food and drink choices, exercises, and behaviors by educating on preferences and setting short-term goals.
Q: How are follow-up appointments scheduled?
A: Patients are seen by a physician on their first visit to the C.O.A.C.H. clinic and then followed by a member of the ACCENT team until the last visit. Our team works closely with the family to develop a schedule based on their needs, situation and progress.
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