The N.E.W. Program at Community Hospital of Long Beach
Non-Surgical Weight Control Program
The NEW Program at Community Hospital of Long Beach’s non-surgical weight control program is for patients who choose not to have bariatric surgery, and for patients whose insurance plan requires a 6-month medically-supervised diet and exercise program before authorization for surgery will be granted.
Our LifeStyle Management Program is the core of our after-care programs. Here you will attend workshops, exercise groups, support groups and webinars, delivered by our surgeons, bariatric internists, psychologists, Registered Dietitian, and exercise trainers. These dynamic sessions make you an active participant in your care and are one of the keys to your success
The NEW Non-Surgical Weight Loss Programs
The NEW Program’s non-surgical weight loss programs are designed to bring the same long-term weight control success that our surgical patients achieve, whether your goal is to lose 10 pounds or more than 100. Our philosophy is different from the many diets and commercial weight loss programs that often bring only short-term results. We combine serious weight loss with the long-term goal of teaching you how to maintain your results and eat in a way that is realistic for you. Like our surgical program, it is not a diet; it is a permanent lifestyle change that will improve your quality of life.
Platinum Program
This 6-month program delivers results that are the next best thing to bariatric surgery. No other weight loss program in Southern California gives you as much one-on-one time with a comprehensive team of experts, as well as exciting group events and top-quality foods and supplements. The program features:
· Weekly sessions with our Registered Dietitian and exercise trainer
· Evaluation and continued oversight by our Medical Director and behavioral psychologist
· Progression from a rapid weight loss phase to a balanced way of eating that will maintain your results without the need to “diet”
If your Body Mass Index is in the obese range (30 or higher), the Platinum Program is your best choice.
Executive Program
This 8-week program is a great way to jump-start your weight loss. It is a good fit for busy people who may already have an ongoing exercise program or who want to focus mainly on nutrition and weight loss for a shorter amount of time. This intense program combines some of our most popular services, including:
· Comprehensive initial medical evaluation with our Medical Director
· Weekly nutrition coaching with our Registered Dietitian
· Delicious high-protein meals and snacks to keep you satisfied as you lose weight
The Executive Program works well for anyone with a Body Mass Index of at least 25 (overweight or obese).
A la Carte Program
Our A la Carte Program is a way for you to customize your weight loss by utilizing the services that fit your goals and your schedule the best. The program is ideal for people with only a small amount of weight to lose or who are unable to come to our office every week.
Key components of your program include a comprehensive medical evaluation, nutrition coaching, and our LifeStyle Management Program of workshops, support groups, exercise groups and webinars. The other components of your program are yours to choose. Please contact us to set up the program that best fits your needs.
At The NEW. Program, we believe that bariatric surgery itself is not a complete solution to obesity; it is a starting point. Without ongoing support, education, and motivation, even the most state-of-the-art surgery may not result in permanent weight loss. Fortunately, we offer a comprehensive after-care program unlike any other in Southern California. No matter which surgery you choose, your after-care program will empower you to make the choices that will give you the best results possible.