Focus-23 & Focus-27 Programs

Diet

Phase 1

(Focus-23: Weeks 1 through 16; Focus-27: Weeks 1 through 20)

For this first phase of the program, your diet consists of approximately 1040 to 1200 calories per day, derived primarily from nutrition bars and shakes; you also consume one highly structured, food-based meal per day.

Phase 2

(Focus-23: Weeks 17 and 18; Focus-27: Weeks 21 and 22)

Following the initial phase of the program, you “step down” to a partial meal replacement-based plan with two highly structured, food-based meals per day.

Phase 3

(Focus-23: Weeks 19 through 23; Focus-27: Weeks 23 through 27)

At the end of 18 or 22 weeks you meet with a registered dietitian who develops a nutritionally balanced diet designed to meet your individual long-term nutritional requirements. Note that you have the option of extending the duration of each phase of the program, pending approval by clinical staff.

About the Program

What’s Included

• Twenty four or 28 (depending on program) weekly individual consultations with registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, and behavioral specialists.
• Three additional follow-up consultations with registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, or behavioral specialists (your choice); you decide the frequency of these visits, although they are to be used at least once per month.
• Curriculum Book
• Labs (i.e. blood tests) at beginning and end of program (and midway, when clinically appropriate)
• Shakes and Bars for 18 weeks (Focus-23) or 22 weeks (Focus-27), as stipulated in dietary prescription

Cost

• Focus-23 (all inclusive): $2,775
• Focus-27 (all inclusive): $3,200

Discounts & Payment Options

Flexible payment plans are available.

Special pricing may be available for MUSC employees and eligible family members, as well as select community groups. For information regarding discounts, payment plans, and eligibility, please contact us at:

843-792-5427
or
wmc@musc.edu.