Weight gain in America is on the rise; 71% of American adults (58 million people) are overweight.

In the last 10 years, serum cholesterol levels have decreased while average weight has increased.

Health risks of overweight people include:

heart failure
diabetes
high blood pressure
arthritis
degenerative joint disease
coronary artery disease
gallbladder disease
neural birth defects
cancer

50% of American women and 25% of American men are on diets.

You Are Not Alone
The battle to control your weight has most likely involved a lengthy struggle. For many it generates feelings of anger, disappointment, misunderstanding and even depression. Recent medical studies indicate that even a minimal amount of weight loss can benefit most individuals. Obesity for many is not a simple matter of self control, but a complex medical and psychological condition requiring special attentions from professionals in the field of Bariatric Medicine.

What Makes Our Practice Different?
At The Hills Medical Group we are committed to helping overweight patients achieve their weight loss goals. We offer a comprehensive medical approach to weight loss, combining the expertise of a physician, physician assistant, registered nurses, and trained, friendly helpful staff. We have access to the newest, most recently researched pharmaceutical adjuncts to weight loss therapy including information and experience in the use of amino acids to facilitate neurotransmitter production for a safe and effective weight loss.
Treatment for most patients includes a medical evaluation, prescribed medications and/or natural supplements to help suppress hunger and reduce cravings, along with regular medical supervision to ensure safe and successful weight loss. The treatment approach also includes the support and education needed to create permanent healthy lifestyle changes.