Susan Zilberman, is a certified mind-body eating coach at Mindful Eating Associates.
BMI is calculated using weight and heightand no other information.
Using this measurement, patients are categorized as underweight, healthy weight, overweight, and obese.
Additionally, BMI can contribute to weight stigma within healthcare parameters, impacting the quality of care patients receive.
Ultimately, there are better ways to determine health.
A total blood panel tells us so much more of what is going on inside the body.
David P. Selzer, MD, is an internal medicine doctor at NYU Langone.
There are much more important metrics than the number on the scale.
Lets be clear: Like any medical procedure, you have the right to refuse.
Most doctors or nurses will respect this boundary and wont think twice.
Honesty is a good policy with your healthcare providers.
Previte also suggests working with a treatment team (dietitian, physician, therapist, counselor, etc.)
to help monitor changes in your body and reference the information you gather when talking to your doctor.
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Previte says dosing for anesthesia is an example.
Many medications, includingbirth controlandsome emergency contraception, have weight thresholds and do not work well in some patients.
David P. Selzer, MD, is an internal medicine doctor at NYU Langone.
This way, the office gets the weight, you stay safe, and they respect your boundaries.
you could also close your eyes.
confirm you trust your healthcare provider.
Pushback from your doctor about any medical treatment or procedure does not mean you have to submit.
The nurse didnt miss a beat.
She diverted me away from the scale and to the exam room.
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