The MOVE Weight Management Program is a national VA program that helps veterans lose weight, lose weight and improve their health.
Who can participate?
It works! Is a program available to veterans with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 25 or higher and feels that they can benefit from MOVE. I am motivated to change my lifestyle. Consultation is not required, but you can enter it. Veterans can call 615-225-4733 to schedule themselves.
It works!And obesity contacts
Vivian Boson
MSRDN, LDN, CDCES
615-225-4736
MOVE program options
The Tennessee Valley Healthcare System MOVE program offers a variety of services. Group or individual care using a variety of communication methods. This includes traditional direct visits, veteran video connectivity (VVC), telephone care (TELEMOVE!), Secure messaging, and telemedicine equipment. Pre-screening for weight loss medications and obesity surgery may be provided with self-management support. These options require extensive screening and must meet specific requirements.
Weight loss drug:
Weight loss medications are most effective when combined with diet and changes in activity. You must be willing to use the medicine as part of your weight loss plan. After participating in the first three core MOVEs! In class, you may be required to make an appointment at our weight loss clinic. Individual screening is required and certain criteria must be met. Regular follow-up visits by MOVE! Providers need to keep their prescriptions up to date.
Obesity surgery:
Weight loss surgery is for some veterans who remain severely obese or have obesity-related illnesses after trying other weight loss methods. Candidates who are interested must complete the required MOVE. Educated and meet early eligibility criteria for pursuing an assessment of obesity surgery. TVHS MOVE is complete! A pre-screening program for obesity is a prerequisite for submitting a community care obesity surgery consultation.
The first step in the obesity process is the participation of MOVE! A monthly obesity seminar. Veterans can call 615-225-4733 to schedule. No consultation required. Upon successful completion of TVHS MOVE, the obesity pre-screening program will submit a summary note to the doctor who ordered it for further recommendations.
