--- title: "Pediatric weight management services at Sutter Health" description: "At Sutter, children and families receive personalized plans, nutrition guidance, treatment, and support to achieve and maintain a healthy weight." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-weight-management-program" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Pediatric weight management program # Pediatric weight management program Our Pediatric Weight Management program helps children with weight-related concerns achieve their health goals. [Find a pediatric weight doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Pediatrics%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Why choose Sutter? Weight is a sensitive topic and discussing it with children requires a special touch. Our team of nutritionists, pediatricians and specialists in the Bay Area know how to have these conversations with kids. They work every day to help children and teens with weight-related health concerns with positivity and compassion. Together, they use combined expertise in cholesterol abnormalities, hormone physiology and exercise medicine to diagnose and treat conditions and teach kids about their bodies. We’re here to guide your child toward healthy choices and help reduce their risk of developing conditions like Type 2 diabetes. By the numbers ### 600+ pediatric providers in our communities take care of kids’ health needs. ### 20+ Pediatric Specialties are treated by compassionate doctors who are dedicated to children’s health. ### 6 Sutter Children's Urgent Care in the Bay Area are dedicated to serving our youngest patients. ### 10 Sutter hospitals honored as America's best for 2024 by Healthgrades. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - Lipid Disorders - [Prediabetes](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/prediabetes-care) ## Diagnostics - A1c test ## Treatments - Nutrition consultation ## Specialty programs **Pediatric Exercise Medicine Program** Our Pediatric Exercise Medicine program in Palo Alto uses exercises to assess your child’s fitness, diagnose any issues and improve their overall health and quality of life. We also help young athletes enjoy their sports safely and achieve lasting success. Improving your child’s fitness can help with chronic conditions, so we’ll teach them healthy exercise tips they can use at home. To schedule an appointment at PAMF’s Pediatric Exercise Medicine program, call [650-853-2992](tel:650-853-2992). **Pediatric Lipidology Program** At the Pediatric Lipidology program in Palo Alto, we support newborns, children and teens with lipid disorders. Since a healthy diet and lifestyle changes can improve lipid levels and overall health, your child's doctor will help your family adopt healthy habits to stay energized and prevent early heart disease. Talk to your care team about PAMF’s Pediatric Lipidology program. **Pediatric Prediabetes Program** In Palo Alto, we offer a Pediatric Prediabetes program, providing advanced consultation and treatment for children with prediabetes and other endocrine system disorders. Pediatric endocrinologists at PAMF provide comprehensive care to children and their families to stop disease progression and prevent complications. Talk with your care team to learn if your child can participate in the Pediatric Prediabetes program. ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Exercise and Kids: Why They Need It](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/exercise-and-kids-why-they-need-it) Regular exercise is important for kids and adults alike. Learn how much and what type of exercise is best. Health & wellness ### [Kids, Fruits and Veggies](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/kids-fruits-veggies) Kids may need guidance and encouragement to eat fruits and vegetables. Learn how to how to support them, especially if they want to be vegetarian. Health & wellness ### [Lose Weight the Healthy Way](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/lose-weight-the-healthy-way) Every month, it seems another new diet makes headlines, but the reality is there's no magic bullet. Straight talk about how to lose weight for good. ## Build healthy habits early Get supportive care at Sutter, where specialists guide kids and teens toward healthier choices and well-being. 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