The program aims to address this growing epidemic of childhood obesity with a comprehensive program comprised of health and fitness experts. The team includes a licensed pediatrician and pediatric endocrinologist , licensed dietitians and child psychologists, art, music, and dance therapists, as well as a complete panel of licensed fitness trainers with specialties ranging from yoga to kick boxing.

PowerPlay is an intensive 6 to 8 week program designed to positively impact the lifestyles of today's youth.

The program includes:

Comprehensive medical exam by a licensed Pediatrician ( physical, laboratory evaluations, cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes prevention, asthma and obesity associated comorbidities assessment)

Customized consultation by a pediatric endocrinologist if the child is assigned to the clinical control research study conducted on site or has endocrine related medical issues

Comprehensive consultation by a licensed RD (registered dietitian) and continual progress assessment of both child and parents

Thorough evaluation of family environment and child by licensed child psychologist, Ph.D.and ongoing follow up sessions

Artistic and musical therapy to complement behavioral modification education

Certified fitness experts in the fields of Yoga, Tai-Chi, Aerobics, AfricanBrazilian Dance, Hip-Hop, KickBoxing, Circuit training and Karate

Interactive internet website allowing children and parents 24 hour access to pediatrician and specialists, nutritional and healthcare information, and extensive reference data and content focused on childhood obesity

PowerPlay is committed to establishing itself as the solution to a growing and serious problem that threatens our children's' futures and society. By addressing the issue with children, the risk of obesity into adulthood and its related comorbidities can be reduced dramatically.

POWERPLAY CAN BE COVERED BY A MAJORITY OF INSURANCE PLANS, INCLUDING MEDI-CAL.

WE HOPE YOU WILL HELP US MAKE A DIFFERENCE.

If your child is overweight or obese kids, you owe it to them to at least give them this option. This program was started to help parents and kids who are struggling with this issue.

PowerPlayMD.com is here to raise awareness of childhood obesity on a national level. We aim to provide the first comprehensive interactive site tailored to the needs of children and parents who are dealing with obesity. The site will offer patients 24 hour access to a pediatrician and specialists. On a national level, we hope to educate on solutions for weight loss and improved health measures. The site will offer health and nutritional content, a support network for children and parents, and more importantly, online consultation by registered dietitians and specialists from the LA clinic.

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