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A weight loss program is usually sought by individuals who are not able to resolve their obesity through conventional techniques such as exercising and dieting. Obesity isn’t always easy to resolve. It requires motivation and a great deal of determination. Sometimes, it requires a doctor’s supervision too. Metro Healthcare Partners, a multi-specialty healthcare center located at Nostrand Avenue in Brooklyn, New York, offers weight loss programs that address the root cause of weight gain, which is appetite. Before you sign up for the procedure, our experienced physicians will determine whether you are a candidate for auricular therapy.

 

Benefits of Auricular Therapy for Weight Loss

  • Disrupting the addictive process
  • Calming the nervous system and strengthening will power
  • Improving metabolism and helping to burn more calories
  • Reducing food cravings and hunger pangs
  • Reducing feelings of anxiety that can trigger overeating

 

Metro Healthcare Partners’ team of experts is highly experienced and can help develop a customized weight loss program for you. We give you all the support you would need for going through the treatment.

 

Initial Consultation: An initial session lasting approximately 1-2 hours with 5-6 follow-up treatments

Assessing Nutritional Status: During that first session, the doctor will examine the patient’s food diary, discuss the potential issues of certain food consumption, dispel common food myths, and by utilizing the latest information and studies, educate the patient on all aspects of their own diet.

Setting Goals: There will be a weigh in with goals set in terms of weight loss and general health.

Discussing Treatment Strategies: Lastly, we provide a detailed explanation of the auriculotherapy treatment and how it naturally and non-pharmaceutically treats cravings and what the protocol and expectations will be over the next several weeks.

 

We offer a variety of treatment programs designed to fit every patient’s needs. For those who adhere to the treatment plan, the success rate of auriculotherapy for weight loss could be as high as 70-75%. To learn more about auriculotherapy and how it works, call (718) 769-2521 or send an email to info@metrohealthnyc.com.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Auricular Therapy?

It involves the micro-electric stimulation of the nerves on the outer ears.

How long has it been used at MHP?

We have used it in our office since 2000.

How does auricular therapy work?

The treatment triggers the release of naturally occurring substances called endorphins, which reduce food cravings and hunger pangs.

Are there any side effects?

No, there are no known side effects. However, pacemakers and pregnancy are contraindications.

Is it painful?

No. Most patients report a painless treatment.

How long does a treatment session take?

Treatment and orientation take about an hour.

What is the success rate?

We track our results by following up with patients at regular intervals. We have found a consistent success rate of 75%.

 

If you are motivated to lose weight, our auriculotherapy treatment can provide a permanent solution. To learn more about auriculotherapy and how it works, call (718) 769-2521 or send an email to info@metrohealthnyc.com. We accept most major medical insurance plans as well as Medicare, Medicaid, No-Fault, and Workers’ Compensation.