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Weight Management Program

Since 1989 the UC Irvine Weight Management program has helped thousands of individuals lose weight and manage their health. The UC Irvine Weight Management Program is an HMR® Program. Health Management Resources (HMR) is one of the nation’s leading providers of medically supervised weight management programs. Our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, registered dietitians and behavioral health educators work together to coach participants to practice lifestyle behaviors for a healthier life. Weekly class sessions emphasize physical activity, nutrition, risk factor reduction and behavior therapy for lifestyle change.

Weight Loss Programs

The Medically Supervised Very-Low-Calorie-Diet Program is designed for patients who have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher or need to lose more than 30 pounds. The weight loss regimen is a very-low-calorie diet (VLCD) of 500-1000 calories per day, allowing weight loss of an average of two to five pounds per week. Medical supervision and behavior therapy are provided on a weekly basis by a team of physicians, nutritionists and health educators. The program is particularly appropriate for individuals with medical problems, such as diabetes or hypertension related to obesity. Long-term maintenance skills are emphasized.

The Healthy Solutions Program is appropriate for patients who need to lose less than 30 pounds or those who desire a more moderate food plan without medical supervision. This nutritionally complete food plan uses HMR shakes and entrees along with vegetables and fruits with the goal of losing one to two pounds per week. HMR at Home is a conference call phone-based program similar to Healthy Solutions designed for those who are unable to attend classes at our office site. All products and materials are shipped to you.

Maintenance Programs

After weight loss, participants attend weekly maintenance classes where they continue to receive support while practicing additional strategies for successful long term management. Classes are held at our Irvine office or via conference call.

For more information:

Call 949.824.8770 to schedule a free, no obligation orientation session.