Your First Visit

We begin by doing a complete body composition analysis (percent body fat, percent lean tissue) as well as other measurements (heart rate, blood pressure, abdominal circumference).  Your metabolic rate is also measured, an EKG is done if needed and appropriate labs are ordered after a thorough history and physical examination by Dr. Hickey.

With your initial evaluation you also receive a fitness evaluation with our personal trainer, Lisa LaMarca. During the evaluation she assesses your flexibility, strength and stamina.  This helps us design an exercise plan just for you!

You leave after your initial evaluation with a detailed eating plan, nutrition plan, and a prescription for any additional lab work that may be needed.  Genetic testing is also available (an additional charge).  Customized menus and online menu management and journaling are available as well. Our patients do very well and their biggest complaint is usually that they are not hungry enough to eat all the food on their plan. 

Some patients either need to lose weight quickly (for an upcoming surgery, for example) or have so much weight to lose (extreme obesity, over 100 lb of excess weight) that they might benefit from medication and/or meal replacements. Those cases are discussed individually after evaluation by Dr. Hickey.

As our patients lose weight, they can often cut back or eliminate their blood pressure medications, cholesterol medications, and their need for sleep apnea devices.  Their blood sugar levels dramatically improve. They develop a confidence that they haven't felt in years and that spills over into other areas of their lives. 

We work with your closely at first and then space out your appointments as you acquire the habits that will set you up for a lifetime of success! One of our main goals is to support you every step of the way.  We have day, evening and weekend appointments available. We try to stay in touch with you even between appointments. We are always here for your support.

Patient Forms

• Notice of Privacy Practices
  
• Health History
  
• Medication List
  
• New Patient Questionnaire
• Lifestyle Nutrition and Fitness Questionnaire