If you are overweight and at risk for developing diabetes, or have prediabetes or diabetes, reaching a healthy weight and following an active lifestyle are the best things you can do for your health. Studies show that losing even 5 percent of your weight helps prevent or delay diabetes in people at risk. For those with diabetes, weight loss can help manage blood glucose (blood sugar) and reduce the risk of other health problems.
At Sutter Medical Foundation, we offer a variety of weight management programs, including diabetes prevention programs based on the Group Lifestyle Balance Program®, developed by the University of Pittsburgh in conjunction with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
All of our weight loss programs provide group and individual support as you learn new skills and build new habits around eating and exercise.
Programs may include:
Some health insurance providers and employee benefit plans cover all or part of the costs of a weight loss program. Check with your employer and health insurance provider to find out about coverage.
This Sutter Weigh For Life 8 week weight loss class teaches strategies for a healthy lifestyle. It’s a comprehensive, safe and evidence-based program that can help you achieve permanent results. Our program is based on the diabetes prevention program and may also be beneficial to patients with pre-diabetes. Call (855) 720-7964 or (916) 774-8885 for more information or to register.
If you have type 2 diabetes and are overweight or obese, bariatric (weight loss) surgery may be an effective treatment option. A growing body of evidence shows that surgery can substantially improve diabetes and other obesity-related conditions. Recent position statements from the American Diabetes Association and American Association of clinical endocrinologist support the treatment of diabetes with bariatric surgery for individuals with hard to control diabetes and obesity.
But bariatric surgery is not right for everyone with type 2 diabetes. It’s important to talk to your doctor about the risk and possible complications. If you and your doctor feel you may be a candidate, Sutter Medical Foundation has comprehensive bariatric surgery programs conveniently located near you. Learn more about bariatric surgery in the Sutter Health network.
For class information or to make an appointment to see a diabetes educator, please call (916) 774-8885 or (877) 899-8766 toll free.
