Medical Weight Management- Fargo, ND
What is medical weight management?
Medical weight management is an area of medicine that is led by a licensed and qualified healthcare professional that has advanced training in obesity medicine and who provides care that focuses on treating obesity as a chronic condition. At North Dakota Center for Weight Management in Fargo, ND, we provide evidence-based treatment plans that address the many factors of obesity include nutrition, lifestyle and behavioral support, contributing disease processes, exercise, sleep, and prescription medications when appropriate.
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At your first visit you and Dr. Faleide will take an in-depth look at your medical history. She will obtain and review your body composition analysis with you and discuss your goals for treatment. This appointment often is accompanied by our precise intake form process so that we can use your time wisely.
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Yes! We accept most major insurances. Prior to your appointment, we will call to verify your insurance benefits with you so that there are no unexpected cost surprises.
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Yes. Dr. Faleide believes in utilizing the best practices and standards of care for all her patients. Obesity is a disease and should not be shamed for being treated with medications.
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Yes, we sure do! We prefer that all initial patients be seen in the office for their initial consultation. Follow up appointments may be done using virtual appointments.