Evaluation of a Weight Management Program

A Multicenter, Retrospective Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of the OPTIFAST Weight Management Program

This retrospective chart review and data abstraction will evaluate and quantify the effectiveness of a comprehensive weight management program. The hypothesis is that the program will positively affect weight, weight-related comorbidities and medication use.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Records of the first 40 study center participants who enrolled in the OPTIFAST Program from January 1, 2006 through June 30, 2006
• Records of subjects who completed the active weight loss phase of the program
• Records where data is available through the transitional phase of the program

Exclusion Criteria:

• Concurrent use of appetite suppressants or other weight loss medications