Are you ready to turn over a New LEAF? The New LEAF Program is for adults who have problems with weight management. And it satisfies the pre-surgery requirements for Bronson employees with Bronson’s health insurance considering bariatric surgery. Do you have any of these symptoms of weight-related problems or metabolic syndrome?
- excess weight, especially abdominal fat
- high blood pressure
- high blood sugar/insulin resistance
- abnormal cholesterol levels
- sleep apnea
- arthritis
Services
This program helps you learn and practice lifestyle changes that can improve your health. Our multidisciplinary healthcare team will help you design your own personalized weight and health management program. Your personalized program will include:
- Eight group education sessions led by our professionals.
- Eight private, one-hour personal training sessions with an exercise physiologist.
- Menus, recipes, and shopping lists you can customize for you.
- A personalized meal plan designed by a dietitian.
The program begins with a nutrition consultation with a registered dietitian and a fitness assessment with an exercise physiologist.
A physician referral is required for the New LEAF Program. Portions of this program may be covered by your health insurance. Please verify coverage with your insurance provider.
Testimonials
Want to hear about patients who participated in the New LEAF Program at Bronson?
Read Sheryl Walker's story!
Register
The next program begins Tuesdays, January 19, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register by January 2 so you can complete your pre-program assessments! Location: Suite M-515, Bronson Methodist Hospital.
The fall 2010 program runs on Tuesdays, beginning September 21. Register by September 7.
For information, costs or to register, call Bronson Medical & Surgical Weight Management at (269) 341-8900. Download our New LEAF Program flyer.
