Weight Wellness
Journey Program
Integracare providers have been helping central Minnesota patients manage their weight for decades, but in recent years, this program has expanded.
In 2022, Christine Brown launched Integracare’s Remote Patient Monitoring, which combines technology and individualized coaching to help patients manage their weight.
Christi Alvord, APRN, CNP, and Christine have collaborated to expand Christine’s original program into Integracare’s “Weight Wellness Journey” program.
Christi Alvord, APRN, CNP
Christi has been a Nurse Practitioner at Integracare since 2019. In addition to her role as a primary care provider for her patients, Christi took a special interest in weight management.
In her practice, Christi sees patients with a wide range of chronic conditions. Weight management can often help patients who have chronic conditions. The impact this can make in the lives of patients is a driving reason for the creation of the Weight Wellness Journey Program.
What is Integracare’s Weight Wellness Journey?
This program is Integracare’s comprehensive approach to weight management that allows for increased engagement between staff and patients. When a patient is referred by their provider to the program, they complete blood testing and an initial visit with Christi Alvord.
Depending on the patient’s needs, they may have follow-up visits with just Christi, or also work with Christine Brown for remote patient monitoring.
For remote patient monitoring, patients use an electronic scale equipped with a cellular SIM card that automatically transmits information back to Integracare. This allows Christine to communicate and give regular feedback to patients about their progress.
The Weight Wellness Journey provides patients with the tools they need, but Christi and Christine also pride themselves on offering the understanding and compassion to see the whole picture of each patient’s health.
Pillars of the Program
Hydration
Movement
Hormones
Stress Management
Nutrition
Sleep
What Makes Integracare's Program Unique?
No Packaged Meal Program
An important aspect of long-term weight management is educating patients on how to make healthy choices. Rather than using a meal program, the Integracare program focuses on what nutrients you need to add to your diet.
May be Covered By Health Insurance
Integracare is in-network with all major insurance companies. Coverage for the program will vary depending on your insurance plan. If your insurance will only cover some types of visits in the program, we can adjust to accommodate that.
Easy to Get Started
Talk to any of your Integracare providers to learn more about the program or call 320-251-2600 to schedule an initial visit.
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