Weight Management Program

There are a number of independent GPs consulting at South Coast Medical with a specialist interest in patient weight management.  They understand that there are a range of influencing factors as to why an individual may struggle to maintain a healthy weight.

The Weight Management Program available with Dr John Liu, Dr Anant Sinha and Dr Meera Ramanan is designed with a focus on achieving healthy and sustainable weight loss.

What is included in the weight management program?

• The initial appointment allows for a comprehensive weight and medical assessment to identify any underlying health issues and to establish a baseline for the program; including your current health status, previous weight management attempts, your goals and your expectations. Information handouts will be provided during your first 2 visits. You'll initially spend 30 minutes with the registered nurse before heading into the GP for a further 30 minutes
• Week 2: After your initial assessment and bloodwork, the practitioner will work with you to develop a plan for your sustainable weight loss.  This may include medication if deemed necessary.  This will be a face-to-face appointment with the General Practitioner for 30-45 minutes  
• Week 4: You will meet with a Registered Nurse to check in on your progress, to discuss any challenges you may be facing.  This will be a 15 minute face-to-face or telehealth appointment.
• Week 6: Appointment with the GP to monitor your progress and make any changes necessary to your plan. Address any challenges you may be facing to allow you to stay on track for the long term. This is a face-to-face appointment with the GP.
• Week 8: You will continue to have a check in with the Registered Nurse to monitor your progress and discuss any limitations or concerns you have.  These can be flagged with the GP if needed at the time. This will be a 15 minute face-to-face or telehealth appointment.
• Week 10: Appointment with the GP for ongoing support, monitoring progress, making necessary changes, etc. This is a face-to-face appointment with the GP.
• Week 12: Review: At this point, the GP will review your overall achievements, medication reviews and requirements for ongoing maintenance.
• There is a full multidisciplinary team of consultants available to assist should you require: GPs, Dietitian, Psychologist, Physiotherapist, Diabetes Educator.  Having a team available ensures comprehensive approach to your weight management

What makes this program different to others?

The GPs leading the program have access to your complete medical file (for current patients) enabling them to review your overall health and access past circumstances.  

To encourage you on your journey: the GPs and SCM team are going a step extra! 

• You have the option add in:
• Meet a GP or clinic staff on the beach walking path and go for a walk to get your steps up 
• These GP/clinic staff meet ups are included in the program and gives you the opportunity to Chat to the GP or team member outside a clinical setting

The program is initially priced at $160, this includes all your nursing appointments and information packs for a 3 month period. There is no Medicare rebate applicable to this fee. GP consults are charged at standard time based consultation fees with applicable Medicare rebates.

Bookings can be made online.  Simply select the GP (Dr John Liu at Dromana or Rye, Dr Meera Ramanan at Capel Sound and Dr Anant Sinha at Dromana). The system will automatically allocate a nurse to your appointment time. Feel free to also register your interest with reception staff.