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Developing your own meal planning tool kit can help you be more successful with your nutrition goals and make home cooking more enjoyable. In this session we will be discussing different cooking appliances and equipment that can help you with self-monitoring your food intake, save time in the kitchen, and produce yummy results that will keep you on track with your health goals.
Sometimes one of the biggest barriers we face in reaching our goals is ourselves. In this session, we will discuss self-sabotaging behaviours and explore how self-sabotaging thoughts can contribute to them. We will also brainstorm how to apply the principle of self-compassion to develop a more constructive counter dialogue to avoid these thinking traps and maintain momentum towards one's goals.
While the holidays are often times of great pleasure, they also present some unique challenges that can increase the likelihood of weight regain and/or relapse with unhealthy behaviours. Whether it be holiday work parties, family gatherings, special treats on display at grocery stores, or navigating other stressors associated with this time of year, it is helpful to have a game plan going into these high-risk situations. In this session, we will provide strategies that can help you stay on track with your health goals while enjoying this special season. We strongly recommend attending this group to set yourself up for success during the holidays.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak and obesity medicine assistant will discuss strategies for managing food cravings, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
This group will be facilitated by our internist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions which include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol levels. Obesity increases one's chance of having metabolic syndrome. In this session Dr. Galindo will explain how this condition can develop and discuss the risk factors that can contribute to its onset. She will also discuss how we screen for and diagnose this condition, the health risks associated with metabolic syndrome and why it is important to be proactive, as well as strategies for management.
This module is for registered participants only. If you have successfully registered for Session 1, your spot is secured for the rest of the module.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo, will discuss Metabolic Syndrome and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
Due to the growing diversity of our patient population, we are holding this group to help incorporate vegetarian foods into your meal plans! We will show you how to make your favorite foods healthy and how they can meet the healthy meal guidelines.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo and obesity medicine assistant will discuss strategies for managing food cravings, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Haerin Kim, will discuss about cholesterol and will answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
We experience thousands of thoughts a day, many of which are automatic and can escape our notice. Nevertheless, the way we think in various situations can have a great impact on our decision making and behaviours. In this session, we revisit the concept of cognitive restructuring to help address the internal barrier of permission thoughts. These thoughts tend to be in the moment, persuasive, and often misleading. Throughout the session you will be given an opportunity to apply the tool of cognitive restructuring to common situations that can elicit permission thoughts, so you can better navigate this type of thinking going forward.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo, will discuss anti-obesity medications and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
For many of us, food plays a significant role in our holiday celebrations. Whether you are hosting or attending a holiday event, this session will provide you with some delicious meal ideas and healthier takes on some traditional holiday favourites. During the group we will discuss various strategies for planning meals that you and your guests can both enjoy, and at the same time, benefit from when it comes to their nutritional content.
There are many misconceptions when it comes to obesity and weight management. In this session, Dr. Lyon will address some of this misleading information and provide a more comprehensive explanation of some of the physiological factors underlying this chronic disease, as well as evidence-based recommendations for treatment. Points of discussion will include: physiological drives of hunger, metabolic responses to weight loss, and reward systems in the brain that impact eating behaviours. Dietary and medical treatment interventions will also be discussed.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo and obesity medicine assistant will discuss strategies for managing food cravings, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo, will discuss Metabolic Syndrome and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak and obesity medicine assistant will discuss strategies for managing food cravings, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Sylvie Galindo, will discuss anti-obesity medications and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
There can be many drivers underlying our desire to eat. In this session, we will explore the difference between physical, emotional, and sensory hunger, with a specific focus on managing emotional eating and cravings. Strategies for engaging in more mindful eating practices will be discussed.
The holidays are often a time where we are exposed to an abundance of treats. Whether it be ones we bake up in our own kitchen, or gifts we receive from others, these treats (while delicious) can add up and cause issues for our health. In this session, we will explore some strategies for healthier baking that can improve the nutritional content of the treats you make this holiday season. We will also revisit the concept of mindful indulgence and how to enjoy your favourite seasonal baking in moderation.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, an obesity medicine assistant and our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak, will discuss strategies for navigating the holidays while staying on track with your health and weight management goals, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Alison Walzak, will discuss stress & weight management and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Haerin Kim, will discuss about cholesterol and will answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
There are many misconceptions when it comes to obesity and weight management. In this session, Dr. Lyon will address some of this misleading information and provide a more comprehensive explanation of some of the physiological factors underlying this chronic disease, as well as evidence-based recommendations for treatment. Points of discussion will include: physiological drives of hunger, metabolic responses to weight loss, and reward systems in the brain that impact eating behaviours. Dietary and medical treatment interventions will also be discussed.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, an obesity medicine assistant and our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak, will discuss strategies for navigating the holidays while staying on track with your health and weight management goals, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this session, we will discuss evidence-based approaches to obesity management including the role of medications and bariatric surgery. Our goal is to provide clear, practical information about how these treatments work, their side effects and contraindications, how to use these medications safely and effectively, and the different types of bariatric surgery.
While the holidays are often times of great pleasure, they also present some unique challenges that can increase the likelihood of weight regain and/or relapse with unhealthy behaviours. Whether it be holiday work parties, family gatherings, special treats on display at grocery stores, or navigating other stressors associated with this time of year, it is helpful to have a game plan going into these high-risk situations. In this session, we will provide strategies that can help you stay on track with your health goals while enjoying this special season. We strongly recommend attending this group to set yourself up for success during the holidays.
In this 60 minute group medical visit, an obesity medicine assistant and our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak, will discuss strategies for navigating the holidays while staying on track with your health and weight management goals, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Alison Walzak, will discuss stress & weight management and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
Chronic stress plays a part in everyone's lives, now seemingly more than ever. But how does it actually affect your health? We'll focus on some of the evidence behind the impacts of stress, and debunk some common myths.
In this 60 min group medical visit, our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Alison Walzak, will discuss stress & weight management and answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance.
*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply.
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