July 2, 2008

Mercy Weight Loss Center Introduces Area’s First Physician-Supervised, Non-Surgical Option

The Mercy Weight Loss Center at Dakota Dunes has launched a non-surgical, state-of-the-art weight-loss program appropriate for those who want to lose anywhere from 10 to more than 100 pounds.

The medically managed program offers several dieting options: clinic-based weight loss programs with or without medical supervision, or home-based weight loss programs with complete “do it yourself” diet kits.

Establishment of the new program expands the weight loss options offered by the specialty center to include both surgical and non-surgical alternatives.

“Since research shows that using low calorie, portion-controlled meal replacements produce substantially greater weight loss and weight maintenance than standard diets, all program options use nutritionally complete HMR weight-loss foods like shakes, entrees, soup, cereal, and nutrition bars as the basis of the diet,” said Dr. Ross Bacon, medical director for the new weight loss program, which is part of the Mercy Weight Loss Center at Dakota Dunes.

“Participants in the program may receive a complete medical screening prior to starting the diet, with medical supervision provided as necessary. The emphasis is on teaching new lifestyle skills and healthier behaviors,” Bacon added.

After weight loss, participants join an extensive maintenance program that focuses on simple strategies for long-term weight management.

The new program at the Mercy Weight Loss Center at Dakota Dunes was developed by HMR (Health Management Resources), the nation’s leading provider of weight treatment services to the medical community.

Established in 2007, the Mercy Weight Loss Center at Dakota Dunes is a joint partnership among Mercy Medical Center—Sioux City, Dr. William Rizk, Dr. Michael Wolpert, Dr. Keith Vollstedt, and Dr. Ross Bacon. The center was initially established to provide specialized counseling and education services for weight loss surgery patients in one convenient location.

The Mercy Weight Loss Center at Dakota Dunes is located at 705 Sioux Point Road, Suite 150, Dakota Dunes. For more information, call (605) 217-4567.