Exercise Physiology Services at UPMC in Central Pa.

Being active is an important part of weight loss. To help you safely and enjoyably maximize your activity we provide you with the expertise and support of an exercise physiologist.

What is an Exercise Physiologist?

An exercise physiologist is an academically trained health care professional whose focus is to help patients achieve and maintain health and wellness and prevent illness and disability.

Our Exercise Program

There are several exercise options to choose from:

Our exercise physiologist is available for one-on -one consults, follow-up appointments to assist with evaluating your activity, exercise level, and develop a realistic, achievable and customizable exercise plan. Your sessions can take place at the Weight Loss Center, in the comfort of your own home, or your fitness center.

What to expect at your initial consult

Review of past and current exercise program
Body composition assessment
Brief review of your general health history related to exercise
Physical assessment of strength, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness
Identifying exercise barriers and ways to overcome them and an in-depth explanation on the role of exercise for weight loss
Individualized exercise plan & home program based on assessment
Scheduling of future follow-up session as desired (weekly, biweekly, monthly)

What to expect at your follow-up appointments

Body composition re-assessments to track results and progress
Assessment of your progression on exercise plan and/or home program
Assessment of the effectiveness of your exercise plan and recommended changes to exercise techniques, frequency and/or intensity levels
Demonstration of any new exercises

Cost, Payment & Rescheduling/Cancellation Policy

For specific information about cost, payment, and our rescheduling/cancellation policies, please contact UPMC Harrisburg Weight Management Center.

Need more information?

Medical Weight Management: 717-591-5638
UPMC Central PA Weight Management Center: 717-988-8185

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Our Locations

Camp Hill

UPMC Central PA Weight Management Center: Camp Hill, Pa.

225 Grandview Ave
Suite 302
Camp Hill, PA 17011

Phone: 717-988-8185
Fax: 717-221-5638

Our Hours

Monday through Friday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Holidays – Closed on most major holidays, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Our Services

Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery

Our Providers

Harrisburg

UPMC Central PA Weight Management Center: Harrisburg, Pa.

4315 Londonderry Rd.
Harrisburg, PA 17109

Phone: 717-909-0290
Fax: 717-909-0292

Our Services

Our Providers

Lititz

UPMC Central PA Weight Management Center: Lititz, Pa.

1575 Highlands Dr.
Suite 201
Lititz, PA 17543

Phone: 717-909-0290
Fax: 717-909-0292

Our Hours

Tuesdays – 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Holidays – Closed on most major holidays, including Martin Luther King Day.

Our Services

Our Providers

Matthew Robinson, DO
Loretta Harvey, PA-C, RD

York

UPMC Central PA Weight Management Center: York, Pa.

Sixth Avenue Professional Building

1600 6th Ave
Suite 115
York, PA 17403

Phone: 717-849-2804

Our Hours

Monday through Friday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Holidays – Closed on most major holidays, including Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Our Providers

John Powell, MD

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