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Tampa General Offers

A Safe And Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program

It’s no secret that the If you’re diagnosed with a chronic health condition, or the highest level of primary care, with after-hours access
rate of adult obesity in the are at risk, commencing a medically supervised weight and personalized care plans. TGH Concierge Health
United States continues to management program offers you peace of mind, knowing includes same-day or next-day appointments, after-hours
rise. Recent figures from that the program is backed by the world-class care of TGH, communication with the concierge physician or staff,
the Centers for Disease Florida’s leading academic health system. annual executive-level physical examinations and more.
Control and Prevention TGH Concierge Health, a service of TGH Primary For more information about the weight management
(CDC) report that 41.9 Care, is part of TGH’s commitment to connecting the program offered by TGH Concierge Health, please
percent of Americans are Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast communities to call (561) 739-4TGH (4844) or visit TGH.org/
living with obesity, and world-class care. TGH Concierge Health patients receive ConciergeHealth.
medical costs associated
with the condition totaled “Service is our number one priority”
nearly $173 billion in 2019.
According to the Trust Dr. Laurie Rothman 561-743-0070
for America’s Health,
which tracks obesity rates across the country, 22 states www.palmspoolservices.com
now report rates at or above 35 percent. At 31 percent,
Florida’s obesity rate fairs slightly better, but there’s still
cause for concern.
Obesity contributes to chronic health issues such
as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and
cardiovascular disease. Plus, the noisy marketplace for
weight loss remedies is daunting. How do you know
which programs are reputable? If it involves medication,
will you need a physician’s input?
For those struggling with losing weight, or their weight
contributes to a chronic health condition, Tampa General
Hospital (TGH) Concierge Health offers a medically
supervised, safe and effective weight management
program available to Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
residents. Expires 6/15/24.
Individuals will work one-on-one with Dr. Laurie
Rothman, who is board certified in family medicine State Licensed & Insured
and obesity medicine, to develop a personalized, goal- Serving Palm Beach County CPC # 1457468 • LPG#30099
oriented weight management strategy that may or may
not include medication. Rothman has been practicing
medicine for nearly 25 years and has two decades of
experience caring for patients in Palm Beach County.
Rothman’s clinical focus is on preventative care,
wellness and metabolic health for adults and adolescents
age 12 and up. She pursued board certification in obesity
medicine after recognizing trends among her patients
with hypertension, heart disease, osteoarthritis and other
chronic conditions.
“I wanted to strengthen my training and knowledge
in prevention and nutrition,” said Rothman. “I started
integrating the concepts into my practice.”
For example, she will review a patient’s overall health
and consider factors such as family history. “We’re
looking at total health and well-being to find lifestyle
changes that are sustainable for the long term.”
The Weight Management Program is structured as a
membership with tiered pricing:
• $300/month for three months
• $280/month for six months
Membership includes:
• Two visits per month with a physician who is board
certified in obesity medicine
• Two visits per month with a registered nurse
• Weight loss strategy, counseling, nutrition support,
and psychological and social support
• Prescription medications, such as semaglutide and
tirzepatide, will be prescribed if appropriate, for an
additional cost
• Monthly body composition evaluation using a Tanita
scale
The use of medication, along with lifestyle
improvements in diet and exercise, results in weight loss
that reduces the risk of major coronary events, including
heart attacks and strokes, improves metabolic health and
manages blood glucose levels.
You do not need to be a member of TGH Concierge
Health to join the weight management program.

May 27th 2024