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Obesity/Metabolic Disorders Clinic

For patients who may have a rare cause of obesity. Clues include unusual fat distribution, childhood onset of obesity, connection to certain clusters of symptoms, and/or strong family history of obesity. The program may include a comprehensive history and physical exam, genetic screening if indicated, and laboratory assessments to guide individualized treatment plans.

Request a referral through Metabolism, Endocrinology, and Diabetes.

Duration

One or more consultation appointments, potentially followed by long-term care.

Eligibility

Only if deemed clinically appropriate by a referring clinician.

Cost

Cost varies depending on insurance coverage and is likely to include copays for ongoing follow-up appointments.

Online Programs and Apps

There are a variety of commercially available resources that can support weight loss. These include apps and programs for:

Duration

Unrestricted.

Cost

Varies by program.

Mental Health and Behavioral Health Resources

Mental health, physical health, and weight management can be closely connected. Michigan Medicine offers a variety of mental health care services. Your healthcare clinician can help you identify specific options to meet your needs.

In case of a psychiatric emergency, please contact Psychiatric Emergency Services (PES) at 734-936-5900 or 734-996-4747, which provides emergency/urgent walk-in evaluations and crisis phone services for all ages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You may also call or text 988 to reach the national suicide and crisis hotline.

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Nutrition

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Comprehensive Lifestyle Programs

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Weight-loss
Medication

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Physical Activity

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Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Procedures

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