The Raleigh Center for Medical Weight Loss (CMWL) program provides an approach to long-term weight loss under the care and support of trained medical providers. CMWL providers understand the complex factors that are related to weight gain, including contributing illnesses, prescription medication, individual psychology, hormones, metabolism, and individual body composition. Accordingly, the CMWL plans are designed not only to help patients lose weight, but also to develop the skills and habits necessary to successfully overcome food addictions or other conditions, improve overall health, and help manage their weight in the future.