Good Fit Teen Weight and Wellness Clinic
Weight Loss Program for Teens in Central Massachusetts and Beyond
Our obesity treatment program is among the few in the region designed specifically for teens. It is for patients committed to achieving better health by losing excess weight. This medically supervised program gives your child support to make lifestyle changes, including adopting healthier eating habits and being more physically active. Treatment options include adolescent weight loss surgery and nonsurgical services.
Conditions Our Good Fit Teen Weight and Wellness Clinic Manages and Treats
The primary condition we treat is obesity in children. Our services are also for children who have or are at risk for obesity-related medical issues, such as:
Is the Good Fit Teen Weight and Wellness Clinic the Right Fit for My Teen?
Our weight loss program for teens may be right for your child if they:
- Are 13 years or older
- Have a body mass index (BMI) greater than 40 with no other health issues
- Have a BMI of 35 in addition to one or more obesity-related medical issues
- Have not been successful in losing weight on their own
- Are experiencing challenges with social interactions, self-esteem, mood or behavior due to excess weight
- Are willing to engage in conversations with specialists and follow care recommendations to the best of their ability
Weight Loss Program for Teens: Our Services
Sometimes, teens with obesity need a helping hand to reach their weight loss goals. Our team is here for your child and family with research-based services that help more children reclaim their health. Our weight loss services include:
Comprehensive Assessment
We discuss your child’s health history, previous attempts to lose weight, and eating and exercise habits. Your child also undergoes evaluations by our dietitian and behavioral health specialist. These efforts enable us to create a personalized plan tailored to their needs, ensuring a supportive start to their weight loss journey.
Support for Lifestyle Changes
Experts help your child adopt healthier eating habits with dietitian-led nutrition classes and one-on-one support. The team includes a pediatric behavioral health provider who helps your child explore the psychological and emotional aspects of living with obesity. Our team also provides families the information they need to best support their child’s goals.
Medical Weight Loss Drugs
Although our clinic does not prescribe weight loss drugs, we provide support for making lifestyle changes in children who are on them. If this is the route your child would like to take, contact their primary care provider or our pediatric endocrinologists.
Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery
Your child may be eligible for surgery if they regularly attend clinic appointments and demonstrate a commitment to their ongoing health. We offer gastric sleeve surgery, during which we remove a portion of the stomach. Surgeons use the remaining tissue to form a banana-shaped pouch. Experts perform this procedure laparoscopically through small incisions with the help of a tiny camera and instruments.
Why Choose Us for Teen Weight Loss Care?
Personalized Weight Loss Plan
Your child’s weight loss plan is as unique as they are. If they want adolescent weight loss surgery, we provide guidance and support to help them become eligible. If your child prefers medical weight loss, we tailor services to help them push past common challenges. Our depth of experience ensures every step of their journey is safe and age-appropriate.
Team Approach
A highly regarded team of pediatric surgeons, gastroenterologists, dietitians and behavioral health providers coordinates every aspect of your child’s care. We deliver seamless services supporting your child’s physical, emotional and social well-being. Even if your child’s treatment does not progress as expected, we are here for them with encouragement and research-based guidance.
Family-Focused Care
At the Children’s Medical Center, parents take an active role in their child’s weight loss program. We help your child commit to lifelong changes and provide you with helpful tips to support their journey. Working together, we create an empowering environment that gives your child the motivation they need to be successful.
Get Started
To enroll in the Good Fit program, please have your child complete and submit our evaluation questionnaire. If you have questions, call us at 855-UMASS-MD (855-862-7763).