Step 1 – Bariatric GP
New Beginnings*
Body composition analysis
Goal setting
Review of medical history
Discuss the most effective treatment options for weight loss
Create a personalised treatment plan
Commence weight loss medications if appropriate
Step 2 – Bariatric GP or Dietician
Control of Hunger and Cravings
Weight loss can be easy when you’re not hungry
Getting started on a dietary plan for maximal weight loss
Commence weight loss medications if appropriate
Step 3 – Bariatric GP
Metabolic Reset
Understand how weight is controlled by the brain and how to keep weight off long term
Adjust weight loss medications if used
Review pathology results
Step 4 – Bariatric GP
Dealing with Emotional Eating
Learn how to overcome emotional eating
Care for your emotional health
Referrals as required e.g. Psychologist
Review diet and medications as needed
Step 5 – Bariatric GP or Dietician
You’re half way there!
Eating doesn’t have to feel restrictive for weight loss
Review of diet to ensure it is enjoyable, nutritionally
complete and remains suitable for weight lossAdjust diet as necessary
Step 6 – Bariatric GP
Getting Moving
No boot camps just movement for health
Formulate an achievable exercise plan
Refer to exercise physiologist if needed
Review diet and medications as needed
Step 7 – Bariatric GP
Weight loss doesn’t have to be hard!
Review dietary plan
Review medical conditions
Adjust weight loss medications if used
Step 8 – Bariatric GP or Dietician
Food for Life
Change of dietary plan if further weight loss needed
Develop a maintenance plan if goal weight achieved
Step 9 – Bariatric GP
Body Composition*
See how far you’ve come!
Body composition analysis
Blood pressure and measurements
Referrals for repeat blood tests for last visit
Step 10 – Bariatric GP
Time to Celebrate
YOU DID IT!
Review blood tests
Review of maintenance strategies
Develop maintenance plan or 2nd stage
if further weight loss desired or required
*Indicates in person appt required, the remainder may be telehealth
