Weight Management

Mount Nittany Health Medical Weight Management Program

We aim to empower you to improve your health with caring, evidence-based care. We focus on progress, not perfection — focusing on steady improvement, supportive guidance and long-term success.

Our team provides the following to weight management patients:

• Precise body composition analysis to track metabolic progress
• Dietary instruction delivered by your care team
• Managed weight loss plans tailored to individual goals
• Individualized exercise modules tailored to fitness levels, in partnership with our Fitness & Rehabilitation team
• Medication management and metabolic support as needed
• Weekly group sessions focused on education, shared learning and accountability
• Comprehensive support through weight loss and beyond

We know that real change happens gradually, step by step. We are dedicated to helping patients understand their health and build lasting habits for lifelong wellness.

What options do I have for weight loss?

Weight loss solutions help you overcome challenges with trusted methods to boost your health and quality of life. These options include behavior changes, diet tips, exercise plans and medical treatments. They give people the tools to take charge of their health and achieve lasting results.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to weight loss. At Mount Nittany Medical Weight Management, we offer a range of treatments tailored to your unique needs:

• Behavior modification: Focus on building healthier habits for eating, exercise and emotional well-being.
• Dietary education: Guidance from your care team to plan meals and make better food choices.
• Exercise support: Personalized activity plans that fit your lifestyle and physical abilities, in partnership with our Fitness & Rehabilitation team.
• Medication management: Assistance with weight loss medications when clinically appropriate.
• Medical supervision: Programs to address weight-related health conditions.
• Group sessions: Weekly classes to encourage accountability and build a sense of community.
• Surgery: If appropriate, your care team will refer you for weight loss surgery.

Conditions weight management treats

Managing excess weight can play a meaningful role in improving overall health. A structured weight‑management program can address a range of conditions linked to excess weight and support long‑term well‑being.

Some health issues it can help treat include:

• Obesity: A chronic condition that affects overall health and increases the risk of other diseases.
• Type 2 diabetes: Excess weight can affect blood sugar levels and insulin resistance.
• Sleep apnea: Weight can contribute to breathing issues during sleep.
• High blood pressure: Being overweight strains the cardiovascular system.
• Joint pain: Extra weight can worsen joint discomfort and limit mobility.
• Fatty liver disease: Excess weight affects liver health and function.
• Mental health challenges: Emotional eating or stress can affect weight loss efforts.

Our dedicated team and proven strategies will empower you to reach your goals. Schedule a consultation with Mount Nittany Medical Weight Management and begin your path to lasting wellness.

Patient resources

• BMI calculator
• Consequences of Obesity
• DASH Eating Plan (also known as Dash diet)
• Patient education
• Healthy recipes