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What is the Health Risk Management philosophy?

The HRM program is delivered by professionally trained health professionals. Participants follow a diet using meal replacements that makes weight loss as easy as possible. The program teaches long-term lifestyle changes that produce successful weight and health management. In fact, active Maintenance patients are keeping of an average of 46 pounds (19% of initial body weight) more than two years after weight-loss.  

Why does this program use meal replacements?

The research is clear. More than 50 published references show that people using meal replacements lose and keep off, an average three times more weight than those on conventional diets. Meal replacements help clients take the guesswork out of dieting, providing them with a convenient and satisfying way to eat.  

For example, having an HRM shake for breakfast instead of a muffin and a HRM entrée with two servings of vegetables for dinner in lieu of a typical fast food meal would save someone approximately 1,600 calories a day. Making these two simple changes once a week for a year would result in a 2-4 pound weight loss.  

Why does HRM’s structured weight-loss program work? 
There are three simple reasons:

1. The HRM program focuses only on research-based variables. Each of these variables independently have been shown to have a direct effect on successful weight loss and maintenance. When practiced together, there is an even more pronounced, cumulative effect.

2. Losing and keeping off weight is a skill, much like learning to play an instrument or a new sport. It is only logical, therefore, to approach weight management with the same structure one would apply to any new skill. That includes a continuous cycle of lessons, practice, and feedback. That’s exactly how the HRM program is structured.

3. HRM health educators are highly trained professionals. To supplement their past professional training, all health educators receive intensive initial training, and more than 25 hours of continuing education each year.

How can I learn to eat in the “real world” with meal replacements?
Eating in the “real world” is what has most Americans overweight. HRM meal replacements are real food and are a healthier way to eat, manage calories, lose weight, and add more nutrition to one’s diet.

How does the HRM program work?
The HRM Program focuses on five research-based success variables including an ongoing supportive structure and feedback:

	weekly classes
	record-keeping
	physical activity
	meal replacements vegetables and fruits

How do I get started?
The first step to entering the HRM program is to attend a free orientation. We will describe the diet options available, program involvement, medical supervision and cost and insurance. After the orientation we can proceed with the necessary medical induction process and enroll you in an upcoming class. A new class starts every month. 

Can I purchase the meal replacements without joining the program?
All HRM meal replacement shakes, entrees, and bars are available to the public and can be purchased at Austin Diagnostic Clinic. However, we advise that nobody attempts an all meal replacement very low calorie diet without the appropriate medical supervision.  

Who will provide my medical supervision?
The Austin Diagnostic Clinic Endocrinologists are specialized in the HRM program. They follow a medical protocol, which includes routine doctor visits, checking of vital signs, and the appropriate lab work and EKG’s.

Can I do the diet and receive medical supervision without attending the classes?
The HRM program provides effective diets and medical supervision. However, the lifestyle adjustment that is necessary for individuals losing weight and maintaining weight loss is provided through the lifestyle and behavioral education classes. All the program components work together and produce a synergy that provides the outstanding health and weight results. 

How much does the HRM program cost?
The cost of the program is dependent on the level of medical supervision each client requires. There is an initial one-time induction fee. The costs throughout the program will include the costs of any medical visits or procedures, class, and phone call support, and the required meal replacements. 

Will insurance pay for the program?
Insurance coverage is diagnosis dependent. Your insurance and diagnosis will be reviewed to determine if insurance coverage is an option.
 

For more information, please call  512-901-4540

Health Risk Management and The Austin Diagnostic Clinic and Health Management Resources (2005)

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