Mission:
In addition to expedited prior authorization processing for weight loss medications, we provide comprehensive, transformative care across all stages of the weight loss journey. Our model encourages longer and more thorough patient visits so that we set patients up for maximum success and minimal side effects when using weight loss medications. Using state-of-the-art InMode devices, we can address patient concerns about loose skin after weight loss. In addition to the use of our medical and procedural interventions, we emphasize the importance of diet, exercise and mental health at every visit/contact. For individuals without insurance coverage (or those denied prescription medication coverage by their insurance company), we offer compounding pharmacy solutions that follow Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) guidelines. Specifically, we work with compounding pharmacies that are accredited, FDA-regulated, and that follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) as recommended by the OMA.
STAFF
Jason Welch, MD
Diplomate American Board of Obesity Medicine
Diplomate American Board of Family Medicine
Dr. Welch started his medical career as a United States Naval Hospital Corpsman. He later attained his medical training from Medical College of Georgia and Emory
University. He is board certified in Both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Dr. Welch’s passion is for bringing individuals to their maximum potential. After working with military athletes and specialized groups that have the strictest physical standards, he gained an appreciation for the needs of the individual athlete. Dr. Welch is an associate editor for Obesity Pillars the official Journal of the Obesity Medical Association and an associate editor for the Journal of Special Operations Medicine. He also serves as a reviewer for Prime Education.
His interest include: Adult obesity medicine, perimenopausal weight management, testosterone and other hormone associated weight management disorders.
Consultants:
Ashley Foresman, psyD
Dr. Foresman graduated with a B.S. in Psychology from Virginia Tech in 2008, completed her Masters and Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology at The George Washington University, graduating in August 2012. Dr. Foresman then completed her training with a postdoc at the University of Virginia.
Dr. Foresman utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy. She pulls from her psychodynamically-oriented training and incorporates elements of interpersonal psychotherapy, motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral strategies as well as mindfulness techniques into her work. She works to help individuals gain a better understanding of themselves and what motivates their actions in an effort to work towards positive change. Dr. Foresman has experience working with a diverse client population.
Tina Shiver RD, IFMCP
Tina is a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Integrative Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Nutrition from James Madison University as well as an MF in Rehabilitation Counseling from VCU.
Her education and experience have helped hundreds of patients improve the quality of their health through diagnostic testing, nutritional counseling, coaching, and supplementation.
Whether you’re a professional athlete, looking to improve performance, an expectant mother set on improving your diet or someone that faces more serious health issues, Tina will create a plan that fits your specific health challenges and goals. She often works in conjunction with your primary care provider, ensuring transparency and consistency in your treatment protocols.
M. Eileen Lorenz
ACE certified Personal Trainer
Common Sense exercise prescriptions
Functional, safe and effective exercises
specializing in client specific program design
Eileen has worked with 100s clients over the years. She has been an
Independent contractor acting as a personal trainer for a concierge medical practice, as well as Tree of Life a community-based rehabilitation facility for individuals with TBI. She also participated in MCV/VCU ASK program , working one on one with Children in cancer treatment.
With over 21 years at The YMCA of Greater Richmond she has assisted In the development of fitness programs for cancer survivors, Parkinson’s, Stroke, Bariatric patients and Active Older Adults.
She also services private clients as an in home Trainer.
Eileen is certified in:
AFAA ( group fitness)
ACE ( group fitness)
Neurofit (Parkinsons cert)
Spinning (™).
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