KickStart: A Medical Supervised
Approach to Managing Weight
Structured one‑to‑one support with medical doctors,
nutrition guidance, movement advice and education — tailored to you. Individual results vary.
Program fees
Prices are for program participation and clinical consultations only. Medicines, pathology, devices, and services not covered by Medicare are not included and may attract additional costs.
- First 3 months: $198 per month (total $594)
- Ongoing support (optional): $99 per month month‑to‑month
- Medicare rebates: May be available to eligible patients for certain consultation types where MBS criteria are met. Rebate amounts vary by item and individual eligibility. See Fee & Rebate Terms for details.
Who this program supports
People whose weight may be influenced by factors such as:
- Genetic or metabolic influences
- Eating patterns, cravings and triggers
- Life stage (e.g., perimenopause/menopause)
- Medical conditions and/or medicines that can affect weight
Your clinician will assess suitability. Not all approaches are appropriate for every person.
What’s included
- Care from doctors who have a focus on weight management
- Dietitian consultations and practical meal‑planning support
- Movement guidance suited to your abilities and preferences
- Education resources, recipes and planning tools in our secure portal
- Optional live Q&A education sessions with clinicians between appointments
- A moderated peer support group focused on education and encouragement.
Program outline
Actual appointment types and frequency are tailored to your clinical needs. Your care plan may differ.
Comprehensive assessment (45–60 min, doctor)
- Body composition assessment
- Medical and lifestyle history; review of relevant investigations
- Goal discussion and shared decision‑making
- Create a personalised care plan; discuss evidence‑based options that may be suitable for you
Overcoming Barriers (15 min, doctor)
- Strategies for emotional eating and stress‑related patterns
- Referrals where appropriate (e.g., Psychologist or mental health clinician)
- Review nutrition plan and overall progress; adjust as needed
Nutrition foundations (60 min, dietitian)
- Practical strategies to manage hunger cues and eating triggers
- Personalised nutrition plan aligned to your lifestyle, preferences and health goals
Progress review (15 min, doctor)
- Assess weight loss to date and metabolic health
- Review medical history updates and current plan
- Discuss next steps and ongoing support options
Review & refine (30 min, doctor)
- Discuss how biological, psychological and social factors influence weight regulation
- Review pathology results and adjust your plan if clinically indicated
Flexible delivery
- Access the full support team
- Ability to switch between medical and dietitian appointments as clinically appropriate
- Telehealth and face‑to‑face options, subject to availability
- Continuity of care with the same doctor where possible
Important information
- Information on this page is general and does not constitute medical advice.
- Any treatment (including potential use of medicines) is determined only after consultation with a clinician and may not be suitable for everyone.
- Individual results vary.
- We do not advertise prescription‑only medicines to the public.
Fee & Rebate Terms (summary)
Program fees: $198/month for the first 3 months (total $594). Optional ongoing support at $99/month thereafter. Cancel ongoing support anytime before the next billing cycle.
Medicare rebates: Available only to eligible patients where the relevant MBS criteria are met. Rebate amounts depend on the consultation type, duration, and other factors, and may change over time. Eligibility and item numbers will be confirmed at booking or by your clinician.