MDPrevent Launches First Weight Loss Program for Seniors

In March 2012, Florida-based primary care provider organization MDPrevent announced it had launched the LEAN (Lifestyle Education And Nutrition) Weight Loss Program for obese Medicare-eligible older adults. The 12-week program combines services provided by a team of medical and educational professionals in weekly private consultations and group sessions. The service for older adults is one of four LEAN program tracks that are tailored to the needs of specific age groups; the other age groups include Junior for youth ages 13 to 18, Family, and Adult. Without insurance, the total program cost is $985.00, which can be . . .