Weight loss clinics are another great way to lose weight – especially if you don’t qualify for bariatric surgery. Depending on the specific clinic you’ll be working with, they may offer a number of different programs from medically-supervised liquid diets to eat at home programs (like Jenny Craig) or simply nutritional support and counseling. Most studies suggest that working with an established program is more likely to result in successful weight loss, so don’t be afraid to give it a try.

Another major benefit of having your doctor refer you to the clinic is that you may be able to get reimbursed for any fees associated with the program through your health insurance provider. It’s definitely worth looking into – give your provider a call to see if you qualify.

Hope this helps!