Choose to Lose Weight Management Program

For Your Health. For Your Loved Ones. For You.

In 2018, many of our employees came together to take control of their health through Penn Highlands Healthcare's Choose to Lose program. In the last two years, they collectively lost over 3,330 pounds and, more importantly, saw significant health improvements, specifically with conditions such as:

Diabetes
Hypertension
Arthritis
Pain
Decreased CPAP Support

With the proven and continued success of this program, we want to provide the same opportunity to you, our valued community of patients. The weight loss journey isn't an easy one, but it's always worth it.

About This Program

Choose to Lose is a 26-week program designed to help you jumpstart a unique-to-you weight loss journey. With approximately 25 other participants and a doctor by your side, you'll have the weekly support needed to take your health to the next level.

With the program, you'll receive:

Comprehensive body composition analysis with fat and fat free mass
24-hour medication monitoring
Designed-for-you medically managed nutrition program
Weekly 30-minute group sessions with 10-12 participants
Bi-weekly/monthly doctor visits to monitor progress
Access to medical, dietary, behavioral health, and exercise science experts
Exclusive access to meal replacement options

To learn more, call Penn Highlands Internal Medicine at 814-954-4872.

How to Qualify

To qualify for the program, you need a BMI of 25 or higher and have one of the following participating insurances:

Highmark
UPMC (excluding UPMC for You)
Aetna
Geisinger

Not sure if you qualify for the Choose to Lose program? Fill out the form below and our team will guide you through the process. Or you can go to the website: https://www.calculator.net/bmi-calculator.html