Obesity is a complex, chronic disease that requires a multifaceted approach to management. This article explores weight loss solutions offered by Ascension Medical Group Illinois and Knownwell, focusing on their programs, locations, and the healthcare professionals involved.
Ascension Medical Group Illinois Weight Loss Solutions
Ascension Medical Group Illinois Weight Loss Solutions offers comprehensive programs encompassing lifestyle adjustments, nutritional guidance, behavioral therapy, and medical treatments for obesity and weight management. They provide non-surgical, medically supervised weight loss options.
Locations and Providers
Ascension Medical Group Illinois Weight Loss Solutions has multiple locations, including Romeoville, IL. Here are some of the providers associated with Ascension and other related practices:
- Ascension Medical Group Illinois - Weight Loss Solutions (Romeoville, IL): Offers Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss with Nurse Practitioners.
- Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Bariatric Center (Milwaukee, WI): Offers Obesity Medicine and Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss with Physician Assistants.
- Bubbles Pediatrics (Bloomingdale, IL): Anupama Deshpande, MD, specializes in Pediatrics and Obesity Medicine.
- BariJuve Surgical (Darien, IL): Sofiane El Djouzi, MD, MS, MBA, specializes in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine.
- Known Well (Westmont, IL): Offers Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine.
- Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent (Zionsville, IN): Offers Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine.
- Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Meridian Surgery (Carmel, IN): Offers Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss with Nurse Practitioners.
- Ascension Medical Group WI - Mayfair Road - Internal Medicine (Wauwatosa, WI): Offers Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss.
- Ascension Wisconsin Health Center - Rawson Avenue - Family Medicine (Franklin, WI): Offers Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss.
- Ascension Columbia St. Anthony (Milwaukee, WI): Offers Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Bariatric Medicine-Non Surgical Weight Loss, and Obesity Medicine.
Key Personnel
- Anthony M. Auriemma, MD: Medical director for Ascension Medical Group Illinois Weight Loss Solutions, board-certified in family medicine and obesity medicine.
- Molly Janik, NP: A nurse practitioner specializing in weight management with Ascension Medical Group Illinois Weight Loss Solutions.
Knownwell: Comprehensive and Empathetic Healthcare
Knownwell offers patient-centered, expert-led care, free of bias and shame. They customize integrative care plans to help patients reach their wellness goals, with a focus on obesity medicine and metabolic health if desired.
The Knownwell Approach
Knownwell's approach includes:
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- Comprehensive Primary Care: Expert-led, in-person primary care that listens to and learns from the patient.
- Nutrition Counseling: Registered dietitians provide non-judgmental support to help patients reach their health goals.
- Health Coaching: Building better habits and making behavioral modifications with a team of health coaches.
- Integrative care plan includes remote patient-monitoring, stress and sleep management, and prescription medications
How Knownwell Works
- Get Started: Verify availability in your state and insurance coverage, then book an in-person or virtual visit.
- Be Seen and Known: Partner with a team of clinical experts to build a unique care plan.
- Stay Connected: Utilize remote patient-monitoring, accessible messaging, and follow-up visits for consistent care.
Patient Experiences
Patients have reported positive experiences with Knownwell, emphasizing feeling listened to, cared for, and supported. They appreciate the personalized approach, accessibility of clinicians, and the collaborative environment.
Challenges in Healthcare and Weight Management
Several factors can hinder individuals from seeking and receiving appropriate healthcare for weight management:
- Stigma: Weight-related stigma from doctors is experienced by a significant percentage of patients.
- Bias: Explicit weight bias is exhibited by a notable percentage of medical students.
- Barriers: A considerable percentage of women report their weight being a barrier to receiving appropriate healthcare.
- Anxiety: Anxiety about being weighed causes many to cancel appointments.
Addressing the Challenges
Knownwell aims to address these challenges through:
- Comprehensive, empathetic care: Providing care that is free of bias, blame, and shame.
- Patient-centered approach: Listening to and learning from patients to create customized care plans.
- Focus on metabolic health: Integrating obesity medicine and metabolic health into the care plan.
Tools for Patients
Knownwell offers a mobile app for patients to:
- Check upcoming and past visits
- Join virtual visits
- Send and receive secure messages with the care team
- View lab results and medical documents
- Request medication renewals
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