Q: I'm ready to lose weight; what should I do?

A: By reading this, you've already taken the first step to a thinner, happier, healthier you. Medical Weight Loss Clinic® guarantees you will lose all the pounds you want to lose by following our nutritional and support program.

Q: What's different about Medical Weight Loss Clinic®?

A: Our program works and keeps on working. At Medical Weight Loss Clinic® we'll design a plan just for you. We treat you as an individual, with your own unique needs, requirements and desires. Medical Weight Loss Clinic®, your goal is our goal.

Q: What are the qualifications of the people who will design my weight loss program and help me through it?

A: Medical Weight Loss Clinic® is administered by Michigan Board Certified Physicians; doctors who are dedicated to helping you. Additionally, all clinics are staffed by highly trained nurses and medical personnel. With Medical Weight Loss Clinic®, you can count on having some of the finest professionals in the field on your weight loss team.

Q: I've wanted to lose weight for a long time. How can you help motivate me to really do it?

A: Our exclusive Behavior Education Program and one-on-one counseling have helped hundreds of thousands of people do what they thought they would never do: lose weight and keep it off. Each week you'll learn new ways of thinking and behaving while developing healthy weight loss attitudes and skills. We strive to make sure that you'll never again have to join a weight loss program.

Q: Is your program right for me?

A: It is if you want to lose weight. Medical Weight Loss Clinic® guarantees that you will lose all the weight you want by following our nutritional program. Then, we stay on the job, with individual counseling and monitoring, to help you keep it off.

Q: Will I have to buy expensive special food?

A: No. We'll create a program just for you based on regular foods that you can buy at the grocery store. Your plan will be low in fat, high in protein and nutritionally balanced for healthy, productive weight loss. A mild exercise component is also part of your program. Start now! If you've really decided to lose weight, Medical Weight Loss Clinic® can help make it happen. WE GUARANTEE IT.

Q: What is the Virtual Clinic diet?

A: The Virtual Clinic is a dietary tool used to assist in behavior modification. We offer support, guidance, tips, interactivity with other members and most importantly a way to a better, healthier you.

Q: Is the Virtual Clinic diet healthy?

A: YES! The Virtual Clinic will simplify efforts in choosing foods that complement a healthy lifestyle. The plans are designed to ensure that individuals receive 25% calories from protein, 55% calories from carbohydrate, and 20% calories from fat.

The Medical Weight Loss Clinic® Food Supplements ensure that individuals receive optimal nutrition during weight loss. These products contain 12-15 grams of high quality protein per serving to maximize preservation of lean body mass during weight loss, with protein sources from Calcium Caseinate and Soy Protein Isolate, the highest performance proteins available. These nutritional food supplements, taken at the designated times during the day serve to minimize hunger and increase compliance.

Meal plans are easy to follow and help individuals adhere to prescribed calorie levels. The meal plans also teach portion control and meal planning principles.

Q: Are there any special foods or supplements to buy?

A: In addition to regular grocery foods, our nutrients are a recommended part of the program: three servings daily. Protein stimulates your metabolism. After ingesting large amounts of protein, your body works at a higher efficiency level which increases the rate of weight loss by approximately 30%. This means a more consistent weight loss with fewer plateaus. Our nutrients prevent hair loss, dry skin and nail breakage. They enhance the elasticity of the skin. They increase the variety of foods on the diet plan, reduce boredom and help to prevent cheating.

Q: Why use the Virtual Clinic diet instead of some other diet?

A: The Virtual Clinic diet is healthy, economical and easy to use. It teaches you to use the foods you already enjoy and are familiar with. It gives you excellent feedback so you can track your progress. The Virtual Clinic diet is complete and teaches you to eat wisely.

Q: What services are offered in the Virtual Clinic?

A: See Services for a complete list of features available.

Q: Where can I go to learn more about the Virtual Clinic?

A: We suggest you first read through all the questions and answers in FAQ but if you still have questions, you may contact us by E-mail, fax, postal or telephone.

Q: What will it cost me to join the Virtual Clinic?

A: Our most expensive program will cost you less than 50¢ per day. And that doesn't take into account the health savings. See "Prices"

Q: How long do I have to sign up for?

A: We do offer three price breaks based on the length of your initial commitment to your diet. We have a minimum of 3 months, but offer a 6 month plan which mean savings to you. The 3 or 6 month plans do not mean you are signing up for only those periods. The plan you choose determines the rate per month during and after the initial period. After your initial commitment, you may cancel your membership at any time by simply E-mailing us.

Q: How can I get started on the Virtual Clinic program?

A: All you have to do is go to the "Sign Up" section and follow the easy steps. It only takes a few minutes.

Q: Can I share my membership?

A: The Virtual Clinic tailors the diets to each person's individual needs. There is no way the computer can separate the information for two people in the same database file. For less than a cup a coffee per day the Virtual Clinic is so economical there is no real reason share a membership.

Q: What do I have to enter into the computer?

A: This is the easy part. After you fill out your initial profile in the Sign Up section the only thing you have to enter is your weight every time you sign on. It is recommended that you enter your weight at least three times per week.

Q: Do I have to have internet access to get to the Virtual Clinic?

A: Yes. For the time being you do need the internet or WebTV to access the Virtual Clinic.

Q: Is the Virtual Clinic weight loss program the same as Medical Weight Loss Clinic's® "Reality Clinic" program?

A: Medical Weight Loss Clinic's® "Reality Clinic" program is an entirely different diet which involves a complete medical history of every patient, lab work up, doctor visits, as well as clinic visits.

While still taking into account the main framework that has made Medical Weight Loss Clinic's® program so successful, the Virtual Clinic does not require a lab work up and a complete medical history. Although, as with any new diet program or exercise program, always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Q: What is Body Mass Index?

A: Body Mass Index (BMI) is a calculation which takes into account height and weight. A BMI score of 27 or higher normally indicates that there is a weight problem which may affect the individual's health.

Q: If you don't enter your weight what happens?

A: If you choose to not enter your weight, the program will still work but you are limiting the quality of the Virtual Clinic feedback.

Q: What if I forget to enter my data some days?

A: This is no problem. Simply enter your data when you can. When you enter the Weight Charts Page you are given the options of changing and updating your data. So, don't worry when you're out of town, your computer is down, or you just forget.

Q: What if I make an error

A: You can easily correct or change any entry in the Weight Chart page.

Q: Can I transfer my Virtual Clinic program to a "Reality Clinic?"

A: Medical Weight Loss Clinic® has clinics throughout Michigan. You can easily convert the remaining amount of time purchased in the Virtual Clinic to a "Reality Clinic." Just with your request along with the location you wish to transfer your membership to.

At Medical Weight Loss Clinic's® "Reality Clinics" we offer Prescription Therapy with Xenical (oralistat) and other FDA approved medications for those who qualify.

Q: What if I forget my password?

A: Just go to the Virtual Clinic Welcome Page and then fill out the "Lost Password Form. Your password will be e-mailed to the address you entered.