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Multidisciplinary weight management programs (WMPs) combining physician oversight, diet, exercise, and behavioral therapy are feasible and effective for obesity treatment in primary care, addressing the gap between patient need and current care models.

If you are struggling with obesity in primary care, ask your doctor about a multidisciplinary weight management program. These programs combine your doctor's oversight with a dietitian for nutrition, a behavioral health provider for coping strategies, and structured exercise. This team-based approach is more effective than trying to manage weight alone or with just a doctor's advice, especially if you are from a high-risk or lower-income background.