Frequently Asked Questions
How is your clinic different from the other weight loss clinics?
We are focused on understanding all aspects of your health—medical conditions, medications, stressors, emotional/coping skills including your approach to life and the ways in which they contribute to your weight condition. Working in a team we assess and address each aspect to help you make sustainable realistic change. We know weight loss is difficult.
What is Dr. Rubino’s philosophy around the use of anti-obesity medication?
The normal physiologic regulation of the body tends to protect weight and impede weight loss. The new anti-obesity medications are targeted to areas of the brain and gastrointestinal tract involved in this regulation. Use of anti-obesity medications can help...
What if my schedule does not permit me to routinely make it to the Center?
We offer tele-health services, as appropriate. We can work together to ensure your support and guidance.
But I don’t have time to do a full comprehensive plan?
You don’t have to. We have many patients who come in monthly and work with a staff member of their choice. We are very flexible and want to help you find the approach that works best for you.
But I like food; do I have to use meal replacements?
No—we really encourage working with food and our dietician staff will work closely with you to develop a plan that works for you whether you cook, or eat out. Our goal is to help you have a healthy relationship with food.
What if I start a program in the comprehensive plan and then don’t like it?
Occasionally a patient will start one approach and then decide to switch—this is not a problem. It is important to find a plan with a structure that is doable for you.
How do I recognize success when the scale is not changing?
It is also important to appreciate all of the changes that are happening and look for success in areas such as improved mobility, decreased pain and shortness of breath, improved reflux symptoms, improved blood sugar, etc., as well as altered changes...
Are your services covered by insurance?
Payment is due at time of service. While we don’t accept insurance as payment, we will gladly electronically file insurance claims to your private insurance company on your behalf. Any reimbursement due to you will be sent from your insurance company directly to you.
Are you in-network? And how much should I expect to be reimbursed?
WCWMR is not considered in-network with any insurance company. You will be reimbursed at the out-of-network rate provided to you through your insurance plan, assuming you have out-of-network benefits available to you.