Nonsurgical Weight Loss - Medical Meal Replacement Northern Va

Inova Nonsurgical Weight Loss

At Inova, we understand that every individual weight loss journey is unique. We strive to offer the most comprehensive services to support any weight loss journey. Our non-surgical weight loss program is directed by our board-certified bariatrician. A bariatrician is a medical doctor who is specifically trained in helping patients lose weight without surgical intervention.

Learn more: Medical Nutrition Therapy for Weight Loss (Inova Health Library)

The hardest step to take was the first one. I could relate to everyone else in the program and that was really powerful for me.

– Jason, 100 pounds lost and counting

Catie's Story

"I feel so much stronger than I have ever felt. Every day is an opportunity to make my life fuller and richer, because my weight isn't limiting me anymore."

— Catie V., lost 130 pounds with the Inova Nonsurgical Weight Loss Program

Details About Our 6-Week and 12-Week Meal Replacement Programs

Learn More About our Meal Replacement Programs:

6-Week Program

Please note: The 6-week program is for participants with a BMI greater than 25.

Your 6-Week Weight Loss Program Includes:

Weekly exercise
Bi-weekly 1:1 appointments with the dietitian
Meal replacements
A baseline weight report and full physical and body composition analysis
Laboratory tests to evaluate your health and nutritional status and a baseline EKG, billed to insurance
Weight loss educational materials and sessions shared throughout program

12-Week Program

Your 12-Week Weight Loss Program Includes:

High-protein, low-carbohydrate meal replacements to kick start weight loss.*
Please note, the program fee does not include meal replacements for the entire 12 weeks, just the kickstart period of 4-6 weeks (may vary by patient).
A baseline weight report and full physical and body composition analysis
Laboratory tests to evaluate your health and nutritional status and a baseline EKG, billed to insurance
Two private consultations with a dietitian who specializes in weight loss
Weekly "Tools for Success" lecture
Weekly exercise held on the Inova Fair Oaks campus and virtually
Weekly weigh-in and weight loss goal review with exercise and nutrition logs check-in
Weight loss educational materials and sessions shared throughout program

Our Education and Support Make the Difference

Our educational component, provided by highly experienced and trained weight loss professionals, provides you with expert advice on essential weight-loss strategies. You'll learn about:

Meal replacements*
The importance of sleep
Meal portion control
Health benefits of strength training
The power of a positive self-image
The optional use of medication

Next Steps

Read our weight loss frequently asked questions
Register and next steps for beginning the Inova Medical Weight Loss Program
Call 703-348-4716 if you need more information

*Allergy alert: Several of the meal replacement products used in this program contain the following ingredients: aspartame, whey protein from milk, soy, tree nuts, calcium caseinate, wheat, rye, barley and/or oats.