| May 18, 2005
Shape
your child’s
summer and future
Medically supervised Weight Management program at MGHS
helps youth and their families control weight gain and enjoy healthier
living
“I’m
bored!”
If your summer “job” involves convincing an overweight
child to abandon the TV in favor of outdoor physical activity,
then you might want to check out Marquette General Health System’s
“Committed to Kids” program.
“This is a fun, enjoyable addition to summer activities with the bonus
of losing unwanted weight,” said Dr.
John Bartlett, a board-certified pediatrician
and internist who helps oversee the program. “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.”
The program’s philosophy is one that embraces a holistic approach toward
weight management.
“It’s not just about weight loss,” said Carol Migda, an outpatient
therapist and behavior counselor at Marquette General. “Kids with weight
problems have self-esteem issues. We want to help them understand the relationship
between what you tell yourself, and how emotions can affect eating habits.”
Open to youth ages 7 to 17, the program requires a parent or significant adult
accompany the child.
“Research has shown that when the family gets involved, a child’s
motivation to make diet changes is improved,” said Sherri Rule, a registered
dietitian at Marquette General and member of the “Committed to Kids” team.
The “Committed to Kids” team includes pediatricians, registered
dietitians, exercise specialists, behavior therapists, recreation therapists
and nurses.
Enrollment for the next 12-week session will be held through Thursday, June
23. A one-year program commitment is strongly recommended.
To enroll or for more information, call 906-225-6955.
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