University of Utah Health Comprehensive Weight Management Program

02/27/2025

It's Eating Disorder Awareness Week, and it's important to recognize that eating disorders can affect anyone, no matter their size. These conditions are serious and can have life-threatening consequences, but early intervention can make a huge difference.

At the University of Utah’s Comprehensive Weight Management Program, we are dedicated to providing whole-person care, including mental health support or referral for eating disorders, addressing weight stigma, and tackling body image concerns. ❤️

This information was provided by Larissa McGarrity, Psychologist for the Comprehensive Weight Management Program.

If you or someone you know is struggling, don’t wait—find help today. Additionally if you're looking for healthy weight loss options, visit us at https://healthcare.utah.edu/weight-management.

02/13/2025

Considering weight loss options? 💭 Ellen Morrow, MD, emphasizes a "multidisciplinary approach" for lasting success. From GLP-1 meds like Ozempic to bariatric surgery, explore the best path for you with your doctor! 🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4hUaexi

Millions of Americans resolve to reinvent their lifestyles by eating healthier and losing weight. With so many medical options available, deciding which path to take can be overwhelming.

08/01/2024

Our August Movement Bingo challenge starts today! Join the challenge to win fun prizes, including a yoga pad, steel water bottle, bariatric cookbook and more.

This is for anyone who has participated in our Surgical Weight Loss program - both pre and post-surgery. Details on participating can be found in your email!

If you are not receiving emails about our monthly support group and would like to, please email weightmanagement@hsc.utah.edu to be added to our email list.

07/26/2024

In addition to her commitment to the weight management program, Rebecca serves in this leadership role for APCs in the surgery department. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication and hard work!

Serving as the Director of Advanced Practice Clinicians, Rebecca Kohler, PA-C, MPAS, is using her extensive experience to lead the nearly 100 APCs in the Department of Surgery.

With a focus on recognizing their contributions, she aims to ensure APCs feel supported while enhancing team collaboration to deliver top-quality patient care.

Read more: https://medicine.utah.edu/surgery/general-surgery/news/2024/07/elevating-patient-care-apc-director

07/22/2024

Join us for our August Movement Bingo! Bingo winners will receive a prize, and blackout winners will be entered for a mega prize. Prize include a yoga pad, steel water bottle, bariatric cookbook and more. This is for anyone who has participated in our Surgical Weight Loss program - both pre and post-surgery. Keep an eye out in your emails for more details about how to participate!

If you are not receiving emails about our monthly support group and would like to, please email weightmanagement@hsc.utah.edu to be added to our email list.

05/13/2024

If you're interested in weight loss surgery, make sure you know your options! Gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery are both aimed at helping qualifying individuals lose weight, but understanding the key differences and benefits is crucial to making an informed decision about which surgery is best for you.

Learn more about these two procedures here: https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2024/04/know-your-weight-loss-surgery-options-sleeve-vs-gastric-bypass

04/29/2024

“Dr. Chen is an exceptional surgeon who treated me as a human. He always takes time to hear me, my concerns, and talk to me in a way I can understand. His medical care is excellent. I absolutely recommend him.”
- Patient review

04/19/2024

Did you know? People with obesity have over a 3 time greater risk of developing fatty liver disease than those without.

According to our liver specialist, Dr. Tuan Pham, losing around 7-10% of your total body weight can help reverse fatty liver disease.

For more information about this service or to explore options for managing your liver health, visit the link in our bio!

04/15/2024

After losing 100 pounds with the help of bariatric surgery, Ashlea Wilkes is reflecting on how U of U Health’s Comprehensive Weight Management program helped her gain self-confidence and a new perspective on life.

Read her full story here: https://medicine.utah.edu/surgery/patient-stories/patient-spotlight-ashlea-wilkes

03/26/2024

Nutrition can have powerful impacts on your health, even in unexpected ways!

As spring arrives, so do seasonal allergies. One of our dietitians, James Miller, RDN, CD, recommends people help manage their allergies by consuming a high, probiotic-containing foods such as Greek yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi or fermented pickles every day.

If you're unsure if you're getting probiotics, our registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN) can help you find ways to add more probiotics to your diet, or offer a high-quality probiotic supplement.

03/22/2024

As a comprehensive program, we offer many additional services beyond weight loss surgery to ensure our patients can successfully reach their goals.

Our exercise physiology specialist, Juliane Cook, BS, ACSM-CEP, EIM, provides guidance and support for patients as they work to build healthy exercise habits. This service gives our patients the foundation needed to live a healthy, active life long after weight loss surgery.

03/07/2024

"Dr. Ibele is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate. She includes you in all of your health decisions and takes time for each patient. I would recommend her to everyone."
- Patient review