Services & Specialties

Better Health and Nutrition

Advancing Children’s Health Through Metabolic Disease Prevention and Care

The Center for Better Health and Nutrition is a comprehensive metabolic health program. We help children and teens with obesity improve their health by preventing, identifying and treating more than 200 obesity-related conditions, including prediabetes and diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and fatty liver disease.

Many families come to us with concerns about their child’s health, energy level or quality of life. Some children are already showing signs of insulin resistance, liver disease or sleep-related breathing problems. Others face social or emotional challenges related to their health.

Our family-centered approach focuses on improving overall health and well-being—not just weight. Our goal is to identify problems early, address the underlying causes and help families make lasting, healthy changes.

Count on Exceptional, Compassionate Care

Ongoing Support at Every Step

We offer advanced options for children with obesity and related conditions. This includes anti-obesity medications; prediabetes management; meal plans that are tailored to each child or teen’s food preferences and energy needs; and promotion of a physically active and fun lifestyle, including group exercise classes,

Innovative Treatments Based on Research

Our team continues to study new ways to improve care. This means your child may have access to treatments not widely available elsewhere.

Team-Based, Whole-Child Care

Your child will see a team of experts from different specialties during each visit. This includes providers from nutrition, exercise and medical care. We also partner with specialists in endocrinology, gastroenterology, psychology and preventive cardiology. This team-based care helps us treat the whole child—not just their weight

Personalized Plans for Every Family

To be the most successful in reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, a young person needs the support and encouragement of family and caregivers. We include and involve parents and family members in our program as much as possible. Families trust us for compassionate care, clear communication and respect..

Care Within Reach Across the Region

We care for families from across a wide region, including patients who travel more than 100 miles for care. With in-person visits and virtual options, your child can access expert care in a way that works best for your family.