Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital

Programs and Services

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Center for Pediatric Weight Management and Healthy Living

Weigh Smart Jr.®

Program Overview

Center for Pediatric Weight Management and Healthy Living Programs

Weigh Smart® Jr. is a program for weight management of toddlers and preschool-aged children involving medical, nutritional, educational and behavioral components. The goal is to help children acquire healthy eating and exercise habits that last a lifetime. Each child will participate in a one-on-one clinical assessment with our pediatric gastroenterologist and pediatric psychologist. Upon completion of the evaluation, the family will be referred to a pediatric dietitian.

The Weigh Smart® Jr. Program is open to children ages two to seven years old. The sessions must be attended by the child and parent(s) and will focus on lifestyle changes and healthy dietary choices for the family.

Admission Criteria

Brochure

Enrollment requires completion of admission paperwork and obtaining fasting labwork through your pediatrician's office.

Required fasting labs include a lipid panel and hemoglobin A1C.

For additional questions please call:

Debra Fike
Program Analyst
410-578-5343
dfike@mwph.org

Michelle Demeule
Program Manager
410-578-5342
mdemeule@mwph.org

Program Costs

Your insurance company will likely require pre-authorization and referrals from the child's primary care provider for these services. It is each family's responsibility to understand their own coverage and requirements. We will bill your insurance company for the services and collect co-pays and deductibles at the time of service.

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital does provide financial assistance and/or payment plans to families that qualify as part of its commitment to providing the highest quality pediatric health care in a nurturing environment.

New Patient Information Form and Cover Letter

New Patient Information Form

Sample Completed Form

Cover Letter

Return the completed form one of the following ways:

In-person during your next appointment
By FAX: 410-578-2654
Mail it to:

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Weigh Smart Jr. ® Program
1708 West Rogers Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21209-4596

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital: Advancing the care of children. A jointly owned corporate affiliate of The University of Maryland Medical System and The Johns Hopkins Health System.