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Dec. 15, 2005 ‘Committed to Kids’ New classes beginning Tuesday, Jan. 10, for medically supervised Weight Management services at Marquette General A successful fall program is nearly over for the “Committed to Kids” Weight Management Services at Marquette General Hospital. The medically supervised program — geared for youth ages 7 to 17 — is now accepting applicants for its winter session, scheduled to begin on Tuesday, Jan. 10. Enrollment for the next 11-week session will be held through Friday, Jan. 6. A one-year program commitment is strongly recommended. Donna Marlor, director of Weight Management Services, said the vast majority of the children in the program have made significant strides in achieving weight loss and becoming more physically fit. Since the program began, a dozen kids have continued to re-enroll with the program each session. Continued enrollment helps reinforce the lifestyle changes learned in the program. “Families are renewing because they’re happy with the program,” said Marlor, adding the program requires a parent or significant adult accompany the child. “The kids are eating healthier and feeling better about themselves.” The “Committed to Kids” program is an individual approach conducted in a group setting. Each child receives a baseline assessment (medical, behavioral, nutritional and fitness) at the beginning of the program. Following the baseline assessment, the team and child set individual goals. After the first 11 weeks, the “Committed to Kids” team meets with each family to set new goals. Families are encouraged to commit to the program for a full year to get the most benefit, Marlor said. “Our ‘Committed to Kids’ program is designed to make learning about a healthy lifestyle fun, and it gives youth a chance to experience success with weight loss,” said Dr. John Bartlett, a board-certified pediatrician and internist who helps oversee the program. The “Committed to Kids” team includes pediatricians, registered dietitians, exercise specialists, behavior therapists, recreation therapists and nurses. To register or for more information, call Weight Management Services at Marquette General at 906-225-6955. E-MAIL THIS MGHS STORY Enter recipient's e-mail: Close Window MGHS HOME Marquette General Hospital, 420 W. Magnetic Street, Marquette MI 49855