Should I still continue to see my doctor?
Yes!
If you are
maintaining your current BMI but plan to lose weight in the
future, you and your doctor should re-evaluate your
condition in three to six months to decide if you should
begin a weight-loss program.
If you are not ready or interested in losing weight, you
and your doctor can
re-evaluate your "readiness" in six to 12 months,
or sooner if you prefer. You and your doctor will also
reassess your health risk at that time.
If you have lost weight and have reached your goal, you
should continue to see your doctor regularly so s/he can
monitor your progress. This should be done as often as for
any other chronic medical condition like high blood pressure
or diabetes, and you and your doctor can work out a specific
visiting schedule.
