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BMI Weight Busters, Inc.
690 E. Terra Cotta Ave.,
Suite B
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

815-477-2615
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The following BMI Weight Busters’ programs are designed to help reduce your BMI health risks and promote life-long physical and emotional wellness. Physical progress is monitored with latest bio-electrical impedance tests, physician exam, and fitness testing. Behavioral health consultations promote performance transformation with an extra dose of motivation and encouragement.

12-24 Week Medically Managed Weight Loss Program (BMI of 25 and greater)

These comprehensive programs are designed to help you attain permanent weight loss. Treatment therapies are personalized to meet individual needs, support sensible diet, and encourage behavior modification strategies that facilitate desired weight loss and fitness goals.

Both 12-24 week weight loss programs include:

(1) BMI Weight Buster's "tool kit" (Health and fitness journal, pen and pedometer)
(1) Medical consultation and evaluation with Bariatric Weight Loss Physician
(9) Follow-up visits with Bariatric Weight Loss Physician
(5) One hour consultations with Behavioral Counselor
(14) Follow-up sessions with Behavioral Counselor
(1) One hour consultation with Licensed Clinical Nutritionist
(2) Body Composition Analyses
(6) Follow-up sessions with Licensed Clinical Nutritionist
(1) One hour fitness assessment/evaluation with a Certified Fitness Trainer
(3) Follow-up fitness assessments/evaluations with a Certified Fitness Trainer
Optional: (10) personal individual training sessions with a Certified Fitness Trainer
(3) Cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility fitness assessments
(5) Follow-up sessions with a specialist of choice (Behavior Counselor, Clinical Nutritionist, or Fitness trainer

Pre-Surgery Weight Loss Program for Bariatric Surgery Patients (BMI of 35 and greater)

Individuals who have made the decision to move forward with weight loss surgery will find this program very helpful in preparing for diet and lifestyle changes necessary to acheive optimal post-operative results. This program may meet the medically managed dieting requirements necessary to obtain approval from insurance companies for weight loss surgery.

Initial Consultation Includes:

(1) Medical consultation and evaluation with Bariatric Weight Loss Physician
(1) Consultation with Licensed Clinical Nutritionist
(1) Consultation with Behaivoral Health Counselor

Treatment Phase Includes:

Monthly follow-up visit with Bariatric Weight Loss Physician
Monthly follow-up with Clinical Nutritionist
Monthly follow-up with Behavioral Health Counselor

Weight Loss Surgery Program (BMI of 35 and greater)

The weight loss surgery program is intended for those individuals who suffer from "clinically severe" obesity. Dr. Heydari performs the Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, and the Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding procedures (Lap Band) and Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. To learn more about this program, contact Centegra Weight Loss Surgury Center at (815) 206-3411 or visit www.centegra.com.

Post Weight Loss Surgery Program (BMI of 25 and greater)

Life's challenges may have made reaching and/or maintaining weight loss goals difficult following weight loss surgery. Post-op patients will learn how to successfully reconnect with their surgical "tool" (i.e., Lap-Band, Gastric Bypass, Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, etc.). Start implementing measures that reclaim your transformation.

Program Includes:

(1) BMI Weight Buster's "tool kit" (Health and fitness journal, pen and pedometer)
(1) Consultation/evaluation with Bariatric Surgeon
(1) Follow-up consultation with Bariatric Surgeon
(1) Consultation with Clinical Nutritionist
(3) Follow-up visits with Clinical Nutritionist
(1) Consultation with Certified Fitness Trainer
(1) Body Composition Analysis
(6) Behavior modification consultations with Behavioral Counselor
Weekly weigh-in with Healthcare Specialist
(Optional) Long-term follow-up with Bariatric Surgeon (subject to additional fees)

Treatment Therapies for Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders (Any BMI)

Good nutrition is a vital part to battling disease such as cancer, bowel dysfunction, intestinal disease, malabsorption, infections, and autoimmune diseases. Through cognitive and nutritional counseling, patients learn how to replace unhealthy eating habits and behaviors with those that promote good health.

Initial Consultation includes:

(1) Consultation/evaluation with a Physician
(1) One hour consultation with the Behavioral Counselor
(1) One hour consultation with the Clinical Nutritionist

Follow-up visits are tailored to patient's individual needs

Life Long Follow-up Program (Any BMI)

After completing any of our comprehensive treatment programs, you are provided the opportunity to continue routine follow-up care with our team.