Research
Energy balance
Having three or more visits with the MWLP provider was associated with successful loss of at least 5% of baseline weight.
Frequent engagement with healthcare providers may improve weight loss outcomes.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
Having three or more visits with the MWLP provider within 6 months after program initiation was the most important factor associated with successful loss of at least 5% of the baseline weight.
Why this rating
Based on a retrospective medical chart review of a significant number of patients.
Source
The effect of a primary care-based Medical Weight Loss Program on weight loss and anthropomorphic metrics
Vivienne A. Rose et al. · Family Practice · 2020
cohort · n=474Cited 2×
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