Your multidisciplinary assessment will include:
History
Doctor will review your medical problems, weight gain history, previous attempts to lose weight, barriers to weight loss. You will also be screened for depression and sleep apnea.
Physical Examination
Complete exam, including BMI, waist circumference and body fat assessment.
History
Doctor will review your medical problems, weight gain history, previous attempts to lose weight, barriers to weight loss. You will also be screened for depression and sleep apnea.
Blood Tests
This will depend on your co-existing health conditions, and may include lipid profile, liver function tests, thyroid test, fasting blood glucose and ultrasound of liver.
Diet
Eating pattern and appetite control will be assessed. You will be given a food diary to understand your daily eating pattern.
Physical Activity
Exercise history, limitations to exercise and your attitude towards exercise will be assessed. A fitness evaluation will also be performed.