Ohio State can help you improve your life

Are you tired of diets that don't seem to work? Do you lack the motivation to exercise as much as you should? Whether you’ve been battling weight gain for years or you simply need to shed a few pounds, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has the program that can be tailored to meet your needs.

For more than 30 years, Ohio State’s Comprehensive Weight Management Program has produced results that rank above the National Institutes of Health expected weight loss average. Our success is established by offering a complete health and wellness approach to weight management.

One of the key differences between our program and other diet or exercise plans is our focus on changing lifestyle behaviors, rather than just the number on the scale. Weight loss and a healthier lifestyle will not only help you feel better, but can help prevent chronic health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes. Our experts will provide education on all aspects of a healthier lifestyle – including nutrition, behavior change and exercise.

Our comprehensive team includes:

Registered Dietitians
Exercise Physiologists
Certified Health Coaches
Master’s level prepared trainees in behavior health
Certified Nurse Practitioners
Psychologists
Registered Nurses
Physicians

Start your journey to weight loss with Ohio State’s Comprehensive Weight Management Program today!

Ohio State’s Nonsurgical Weight Management Programs

Healthy Living

Develop better nutrition habits and create a healthier lifestyle.

Living Well

Weekly classes on nutrition, behavior change and exercise.

Fitness Center

Support your weight loss and weight management journey.

Warm-Water Pool

Low impact pool programs to support your health goals

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Exercise Enhanced Weight Loss Program

12-week program combines in-person exercise classes with online weight loss education

Nonsurgical Weight Management Information Sessions

If you're interested in pursuing one of our nonsurgical weight management programs as a weight loss solution, the first step is to view our online presentation. After viewing the online presentation, reach out to our team at 614-366-6675 about the next steps in your journey.

Nonsurgical Information Session

Kelly Urse, an exercise physiologist, explains the nonsurgical weight loss programs, the multidisciplinary weight loss team, outcome statistics and why you chould choose Ohio State's team of weight loss experts for your care.

Please note: The Real Solutions and Living Well Phase 3 programs are currently not being offered.

Patient Testimonial

Ethan's weight loss journey

Ethan has shed more than 100 pounds thanks to the Living Well weight management program at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

"I know we’ll all be able to keep the weight off and continue the journey of life in our healthy bodies because of the great support and guidance we’ve received from OSU." Erin Living Well member

"I strongly recommend the OSU Real Solutions program for consistent and sensible weight loss. Mary, my dietitian, has been a great help teaching and reinforcing the behaviors driving my weight loss. I look forward to our weekly meetings so I can share my latest successes and learn how to keep progressing. This is the best $150 I’ve spent in a long, long time.” Tom Real Solutions member

Weight Loss Success Stories

'The Sisterhood'

Tamaris, Erin, Tricia and Bridget met during the Living Well class and formed a lasting friendship. “We’ve been friends ever since and each other’s biggest supporters,” says Bridget. The quartet keeps in touch via social media and in person, helping each other and holding themselves accountable for their newly earned health.

“I know we’ll all be able to keep the weight off and continue the journey of life in our healthy bodies because of the great support and guidance we’ve received from OSU and from the friendship the four of us have created,” says Erin. “It’s become a sisterhood that none of us expected, but we are lucky to have found.”

Beth is enjoying her weight-loss success

Having always been "chubby," weight-loss was something I strived for and failed at daily. Since I've joined the program I have lost over 35 pounds and continue to see progress. The staff at the Healthy Living program have helped open my mind and remove triggers that have always kept me from being successful. They recognize that weight loss success looks different for everyone and have been flexible in giving me what I needed to finally start achieving a happy and healthy lifestyle.

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