Nancy Lum, RD, LDNGI & Bariatric Nutrition Center
Programs

Structured learning. Practical tools. Support that continues.

Compare bariatric education, healthy-eating resources, behavioral programs, and insurance documentation pathways using verified program components and support durations.

A program is not automatically your whole plan.

Your recommendation may combine education, an initial consultation, coaching, follow-ups, or another service. The right combination depends on your needs, goals, insurance requirements, and desired level of support.

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“A structured program can create momentum. The lasting work is learning which tools fit your needs and how to keep using them in real life.”
Nancy Lum, RD, LDN
Bariatric pathway

Bariatric Nutrition Education

A comprehensive education pathway for patients preparing for weight-loss or revision surgery at St. Agnes Hospital, with individualized support before and after surgery.

  • One-hour consultation + 45-minute video
  • 4-hour long-term education class
  • 6-hour medical nutrition pre-op class
  • 2.5-hour post-surgery transition class
  • Tuesday Zoom Q&A access when eligible

Support: Before surgery, through early recovery, and for long-term needs

Education classes: $85–$175; consultation and support services priced separately

Healthy eating

ANRP

Achieve Nutrition Results Program is for people who have not had bariatric surgery and are not pursuing surgery. Choose only the components useful for your goals.

  • 5-hour Healthy Eating & Weight-Management Video Series
  • One-hour individual assessment
  • Personalized nutrition plan
  • 30- or 60-minute follow-ups
  • 15-minute phone coaching

Support: Flexible combination based on individual needs

Consultation: $125; 30-minute follow-up: $65; phone coaching: $20

7-week course

STRIVE BLE

A recorded behavioral-learning experience led by Nancy, a therapist, and participating patients, combining nutrition coaching with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles.

  • 7-week recorded course
  • Weekly worksheets
  • Weekly quizzes
  • Completion certificate
  • Live biweekly Zoom support with Nancy and a therapist

Support: 3 months of live biweekly Zoom support

CBT group courses: $97–$597; upgraded packages and added support may be available

16-week course

Bariatric Life Empowerment (BLE)

An extended bariatric behavioral program combining recorded learning with weekly reflection and live support from Nancy and a therapist.

  • 16-week recorded course
  • Weekly worksheets and exercises
  • Behavioral and lifestyle strategies
  • Live biweekly Zoom discussion
  • Upgraded support options may be available

Support: 6 months of live biweekly Zoom support

CBT group courses: $97–$597; final package depends on support level

Insurance documentation

Supervised Weight Documentation

Ongoing classes and documentation for bariatric patients whose insurance requires supervised nutrition and weight-management education.

  • Digital 24-hour dietary recall
  • Lifestyle assessment
  • One or two habit goals per session
  • Documentation sent to the surgical coordinator
  • Insurance-specific pathways when required

Support: Typically 3–6 months; insurance requirements vary

$40/month standard; Aetna $240 for 12 sessions; BC/BS coaching $45 total or $15 per call

Year-round rotation

Additional Behavioral Courses

Other CBT-based programs may be offered during the year through STRIVE MD, LLC. Availability changes, so contact the office for the current schedule.

  • The Beck Diet Solution
  • Atomic Habits
  • 7 Habits for Highly Effective Weight-Loss Patients
  • CogniDiet
  • Food Addiction and other lifestyle courses

Support: Course format and dates vary

CBT group courses generally range from $97–$597

Programs offered through STRIVE combine nutrition coaching with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles.

STRIVE programs are offered through STRIVE MD, LLC at MBSweightloss.com.

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Personalized Pricing

Start with your needs, then build the appropriate plan.

Schedule an initial consultation to determine the right approach and discuss pricing. Current services range from individual coaching sessions to education and CBT courses; insurance requirements may affect the recommended pathway.

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