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25 - 29.9 Overweight
30 - 34.9 Obese
35 - 39.9 Clinically Obese
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Body Mass Index (BMI) is a general indicator of whether or not you are maintaining a healthy weight based on the ratio of your weight to your height. It’s an imperfect scale as it doesn't account for differences in body types. For example, a 5 foot 9 inch bodybuilder who weighs 215 pounds and has a 6% body fat would be labeled obese. And there is already a new scale just for people from Southeast Asia where the ranges are lowered.

While it can be a good indicator of the healthiness of your weight if you fall within certain statistical norms that were used to develop it, it should be taken with a significant grain of salt and should not be used as a substitute for a professional evaluation of your health by a doctor.

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Center for Weight Management
20 Research Place
North Chelmsford, MA 01863

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Phone: 877-LGH-WELL
Phone: 978-788-7200
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New Patient Ambassador Program

Many of our patients look to their peers for information, motivation and celebration along their weight loss journey. We've decided to create the new role of Patient Ambassador at the Center for Weight Management to meet the unique needs of our expanding post-weight loss population.

Patient Ambassadors, Center for Weight Management

The Patient Ambassador will help the Center in providing exceptional service to patients in the weight loss and maintenance phases of the weight loss journey. In conjunction with clinic staff, they will support patients before and after surgery, coordinate meetings, field trips and special events based on patient needs.

Back row: Ina Francis, Michelle Boisvert, Mark Auchy, George Whittle, Wendy Sheppard. Front row: Cooky Silva, Bette Jo Toppin. Missing: Don Sheppard and Sandra Betley.

 

If you would like to speak to an ambassador, call 978-788-7200. 

Patient Ambassadors:

Mark Auchy

Mark Auchy

Mark had the Lap-Band procedure in 2005. Mark expresses the importance of nutrition and food consumption processing for a healthy band patient. Remembering your nutritional classes prior to surgery will guarantee success. He is known for his dedication to the medical team and can be seen at all informational sessions. Mark has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

Sandy BetleySandy Betley

Sandy had the gastric bypass procedure in 2005. Sandy tries to use her creativity to help patients with boredom and stress prevention. She also conveys to her peers how important support group meetings and medical follow-up appointments are for their continued success. Sandy has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

 

Michelle BoisvertMichelle Boisvert

Michelle had the Lap-Band procedure in 2007. She conveys the importance of nutrition and dedication one must have to succeed in their program. Michelle is a valuable ambassador as she is always willing to help and support her peers and medical team. Michelle has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

 

Ina FrancisIna Francis

Ina had the gastric bypass procedure in 2007. She conveys to all the importance of support groups meetings and medical follow up appointments to her peers for their success. She implies faith and hope is the key to a successful journey. You will see Ina ready to assist you at any meeting. Ina has been an Ambassador since 2008.  

 

Don SheppardDon Sheppard

Don had the gastric bypass procedure in 2007. Don shares his experience and excitement of weight-loss to many to offer support and motivation to peers. You will see Don and his wife Wendy in articles representing their weight loss and the CWM. Don has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

 

Wendy Sheppard

Wendy Sheppard

Wendy had the gastric bypass procedure in 2007. Wendy has taken on the important role of the scheduling of ambassador visits to new bariatric patients. You will see Wendy along with her husband Don at many informational sessions offering a helping hand. Wendy has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

 

Cooky Silva

Cooky Silva

Cooky had the gastric bypass procedure in 2003. She conveys the importance of nutrition and dedication one must have to succeed in their program. Cooky offers compassion and understanding to those that need assurance of success. Cookie has been an Ambassador since 2008.

 

 

Bette Jo Toppin

Bette Jo Toppin

Bette Jo had the Lap-Band procedure in 2006. She conveys the importance of facing life's issues and motivates peers to find their inner strengths for a powerful weight loss. Bette Jo believes that you can do anything if you put your mind to it. It is all about the attitude and finding yourself. Bette Jo has been an Ambassador since 2008. 

 

George Whittle

George Whittle

George had the gastric bypass procedure in 2004. He is our strength and voice at many of the informational sessions. George encourages fitness and adventure to his peers. He expresses that you don't need to sweat to become healthy and fit. He is also the founder of the Men's Group meeting here at the CWM. George has been an Ambassador since 2008.

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