In our Adolescent Medicine department, we specialize in helping overweight or obese 10 -24-year-olds improve their health and lose weight. Have you ever counseled patients on healthy eating?

"Previously, when we had patients who needed weight or nutritional services, we did referrals to the in-house nutritionist. I like the idea of having a department that focuses primarily on adolescent weight issues. Teaching children at a younger age about healthy alternatives for food choices and activities will greatly improve their quality of life later on."

"Having battled with adolescent obesity, I am pleased to see a program like this at Texas Children's Hospital. People who have never fought the obesity battle do not realize how disheartening it can be and the many things that go hand-in-hand with it. Until I got control of my weight, I also suffered from depression issues related to my weight. I have been able to share my personal story with patients through the years to encourage them that a healthier lifestyle has many positive impacts on health overall."