Becoming / Remaining a Patient
How do I become a patient at LEAF™?
It's easy...
If you want to see a doctor at LEAF™, then you must be referred by a doctor (primary care physician or specialist) or nurse practitioner. You can find our referral form here. Print and bring a blank copy to your doctor or nurse practitioner in case they don't have a copy.
If you want to see a registered dietitian only at LEAF™, then you do not need a referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner. Just call the clinic to book an appointment.
If you want to see a doctor at LEAF™, then you must be referred by a doctor (primary care physician or specialist) or nurse practitioner. You can find our referral form here. Print and bring a blank copy to your doctor or nurse practitioner in case they don't have a copy.
If you want to see a registered dietitian only at LEAF™, then you do not need a referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner. Just call the clinic to book an appointment.
How do I remain a patient at LEAF™?
In order to remain under the care of your LEAF™ doctor, you must see them at least once per year. If do not see your LEAF™ doctor within 365 days of your last appointment, you will need to have a doctor (primary care physician or specialist) or nurse practitioner re-refer you to the clinic.
How often can I see a doctor at LEAF™?
As often as is medically appropriate, usually every three months.
Excess weight is a chronic condition that requires long-term follow-up. And since weight fluctuates, sometimes significantly, we usually ask patients to schedule appointments with their LEAF™ doctor every three months. This ensures your LEAF™ doctor is able to provide timely, effective care and allows them to intervene quickly in the event of weight regain.
Excess weight is a chronic condition that requires long-term follow-up. And since weight fluctuates, sometimes significantly, we usually ask patients to schedule appointments with their LEAF™ doctor every three months. This ensures your LEAF™ doctor is able to provide timely, effective care and allows them to intervene quickly in the event of weight regain.
What if I regain weight between medical appointments?
Call to book an appointment.
We take weight regain seriously because it's always easier and better to treat as early as possible. Sometimes, patients who experience weight regain feel embarrassed and don't want too return to the clinic to see their LEAF™ doctor until they lose some of the weight they've regained. Often, this results in excess weight regain that might have been avoided.
Remember, we have helped thousands of patients manage their weight. We understand that you weight journey, like every other patients', is a marathon, not a sprint. We will never judge or shame you for regaining weight. In fact, it's often part of the process.
We take weight regain seriously because it's always easier and better to treat as early as possible. Sometimes, patients who experience weight regain feel embarrassed and don't want too return to the clinic to see their LEAF™ doctor until they lose some of the weight they've regained. Often, this results in excess weight regain that might have been avoided.
Remember, we have helped thousands of patients manage their weight. We understand that you weight journey, like every other patients', is a marathon, not a sprint. We will never judge or shame you for regaining weight. In fact, it's often part of the process.
Programs
Am I required to enroll in a program?
No.
Though we are a program-based clinic, you are not required nor will we pressure you to enroll in a program. You can schedule appointments with your LEAF doctor as often as you need to see them, subject only to medical appropriateness and appointment availability.
Though we are a program-based clinic, you are not required nor will we pressure you to enroll in a program. You can schedule appointments with your LEAF doctor as often as you need to see them, subject only to medical appropriateness and appointment availability.
What programs do you offer?
We offer three programs:
- STREAM™
- ROOT™
- SEED™
STREAM™ is a 24-week full meal replacement program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend weekly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and complete coursework either onsite or online. Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can expect to lose up to 15-20% of their starting weight.
ROOT™ is a 24-week partial meal replacement program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend monthly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and LEAF™ dietitian (we'll coordinate your appointments you see both at the same visit). Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can expect to lose up to 5-10% of their starting weight.
SEED™ is a 24-week food-focused (no meal replacement) program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend monthly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and LEAF™ dietitian (we'll coordinate your appointments you see both at the same visit). Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can work with their LEAF™ care team to focus on weight loss, weight maintenance, or other nutritional goals.
STREAM™ is a 24-week full meal replacement program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend weekly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and complete coursework either onsite or online. Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can expect to lose up to 15-20% of their starting weight.
ROOT™ is a 24-week partial meal replacement program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend monthly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and LEAF™ dietitian (we'll coordinate your appointments you see both at the same visit). Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can expect to lose up to 5-10% of their starting weight.
SEED™ is a 24-week food-focused (no meal replacement) program. If you enroll in the program, you are required to attend monthly appointments with your LEAF™ doctor and LEAF™ dietitian (we'll coordinate your appointments you see both at the same visit). Patients who enroll in STREAM™ can work with their LEAF™ care team to focus on weight loss, weight maintenance, or other nutritional goals.
Do I have to pay to enroll in a program?
Yes.
While none of our programs are covered by OHIP, some insurance plans do cover the cost of the program component (but not the cost of meal replacements or food).
While none of our programs are covered by OHIP, some insurance plans do cover the cost of the program component (but not the cost of meal replacements or food).
How do I pay for a program?
You can pay by credit or debit card. We do not charge a convenience fee if you choose to pay by credit card.
How long do I have to complete a program?
You must complete your program within one year from the date of enrollment.
Getting to the Clinic
Is there parking near the clinic?
Yes... lots... and it's free!
Our clinic is located inside the Loblaws at the Gloucester Shopping Center. There literally are hundreds of parking spaces right out front of our clinic... all free.
Our clinic is located inside the Loblaws at the Gloucester Shopping Center. There literally are hundreds of parking spaces right out front of our clinic... all free.
Is the clinic close to public transit?
Our clinic is located inside the Loblaws at the Gloucester Shopping Center. That means you can get to the clinic using any of the buses or trains that travel to Blair Station.