Obesity is a chronic disease and one of the most concerning challenges of our time. It is a significant substantial risk factor for many chronic diseases that cause morbidity and mortality. The most concerning of these are cardiovascular and metabolic disorders, like
- Insulin resistance,
- type 2 diabetes,
- elevated triglycerides and cholesterol,
- liver disease (steatohepatitis),
- orthopedic complications,
- cancers, and
- last but not least, psychosocial problems: low self-esteem, and isolation.
The program at Barsos Medical Centre provides expert medical supervision for healthy and effective weight loss, which is essential because many media outlets advocate different forms of weight loss diets that lead to uncontrolled weight loss, which can cause numerous complications such as
- fatigue,
- menstrual cycle disorders,
- concentration problems,
- nutritional deficiencies, which can lead to anemia and osteoporosis,
- emotional disturbances,
- eating disorders,
- metabolic disorders, which in turn can lead to uncontrolled weight gain.
Initial program (6 VISITS)
Using a personalized approach, the first complete assessment is carried out, which is the most significant in identifying the causes and consequences of obesity:
- A complete medical history (an examination of family history, nutritional history, and physical activity)
- Clinical examination to measure waist circumference (visceral fat causes metabolic complications of obesity, such as type 2 diabetes)
- Blood pressure measurement
- Check for clinical symptoms of pre-existing disease (acanthosis, hepatomegaly, etc.)
- Perform laboratory tests (glucose, liver enzymes, lipidogram, and thyroid hormones)
- Determine basal metabolic rate based on age, body weight, and height, which is critical for regulated weight loss.
- Preparation of a food and exercise diary
- Identifying the cause of obesity and its consequences, then approaching treatment.
Although genetic and endocrinological causes of obesity are uncommon, proper identification and correct diagnosis are critical to treatment. In most cases, it is simply obesity.
The first and most crucial complete examination evaluates the origin and any current consequences of obesity, followed by six follow-up tests at 14-day intervals. If necessary, you will be referred to a specialist. During this time, a controlled weight loss process is followed to achieve a goal weight that supports optimal fitness and balance. We reach a point where the body stabilizes itself during the weight loss process. The main aim of the initial program is to restore normal pancreatic function. Changes are made gradually to reduce the potential complications of losing weight too quickly. In the first part of the program, we balance all metabolic and digestive functions. At the first consultation, we set a target weight based on age, gender, chronic diseases, medical history, clinical status, biochemical laboratory tests, etc.
Follow-up program (5 VISITS)
The goal is to maintain a balanced weight through five follow-up sessions spaced three weeks apart. At the last comprehensive examination, health and success are evaluated. A full clinical examination and a repetition of the abnormal laboratory tests from the first appointment are used to determine success.
PACKAGE PRICE (initial and follow-up program) 940.00 €
* Additional cost for a repeated laboratory test at the last examination
