Healthy Me clinic
Dayton Children’s Healthy Me clinic provides nutrition, fitness and wellness care for children with weight or metabolic concerns like high cholesterol or insulin resistance.
personalized care for healthy growth
The Healthy Me clinic at Dayton Children’s provides comprehensive evaluation, education and treatment for children and teens with weight concerns or metabolic conditions such as high cholesterol, insulin resistance, or fatty liver.
Led by a pediatrician who is board-certified in obesity medicine, our multidisciplinary team includes pediatricians, nurse practitioners with advanced training in lipid disorders, nurses, dietitians, and medical assistants. Together, our team provides compassionate, judgment-free support to help families build healthy, active lifestyles through compassionate, individualized care.
what to expect at your visits
During your child’s visit, our team takes time to understand their unique health needs and goals. Each visit may include:
- Medical assessment: A full physical exam to identify any risk factors of being overweight and guide a personalized treatment plan.
- Nutrition counseling: A registered dietitian will complete a full dietary evaluation and help your family create a balanced meal plan that fits your child’s preferences and needs.
- Exercise guidance: We’ll assess your child’s physical abilities and recommend fun, safe activities to support their goals.
Lifestyle coaching: Our team provides family-focused education, goal-setting, and resources to help healthy changes stick long-term.
Healthy Way clinic providers
Our providers bring expertise and compassion to every child’s care in the Healthy Way clinic. Find a provider today.
conditions we treat
Dayton Children’s Healthy Way clinic treats a variety of pediatric conditions.
programs & clinics
Healthy Way program
The Healthy Way program is a great, free opportunity for you and your family! It is a family-focused curriculum to empower you and your family to adopt healthy lifestyle changes.
Parents will receive tips about eating smart and being active, and children will participate in fun activities to learn about food and physical activity.
Your commitment:
- Attend at least five classes during your registered session (both a family member and a child)
- Learn together
- Try new foods and activities in class and at home
- Interact in class with other families and the instructor
Our commitment to you:
- Groceries to try new recipes at home
- Gas cards given at each session
- Additional incentives when you come to all classes
- Free childcare provided to children 6 and younger
- The program is free!
For more information or to register, contact Dayton Children’s by calling 937-641-3000 and ask to be transferred to the Healthy Me clinic. We will contact you to schedule a session 1-2 weeks prior to the session start date.
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inspiring patient stories
It is stressful to be diagnosed with a new condition. Hearing from other families and having a trusted care team with you for the journey can make a big difference. Our patient stories highlight real experiences from parents and kids who’ve faced cardiology diagnoses. See how they navigated care and found answers, in part thanks to our compassionate care team.
what to expect for your first visit
At your child’s first visit, our team will take time to understand their daily habits, medical history, and overall wellness. We’ll review any lab work ordered before your appointment, complete a full physical exam, and begin setting goals together. Your child’s first visit may take up to 90 minutes and often includes time with the nurse, provider, and dietitian.
Follow-up visits may be scheduled every 1–6 months, either in person or virtually, depending on your child’s needs and progress.
possible testing
Testing helps our team learn more about your child’s unique health needs so we can design the most effective plan. Depending on your child’s situation, the following tests may be recommended:
- Exercise testing: To evaluate activity tolerance and identify safe fitness goals.
- Sleep studies: To check for sleep-related issues that may affect weight or energy.
- Cardiac testing (echocardiogram and EKG): To assess heart health and function.
- Blood work: To check cholesterol, blood sugar, and other key indicators.
- Resting energy expenditure (REE): To measure calorie needs for growth and activity.
- Oral glucose tolerance test: To measure how your child’s body uses sugar.
treatment plan details
Each child receives a family-centered treatment plan that includes goals across six key wellness areas: nutrition, physical activity, mindful habits, sleep, screen time, and stress management. Each child’s treatment plan is tailored to their specific health goals and medical needs and may include medical testing or medications when appropriate.
Our team partners closely with other specialists to address related conditions and ensure coordinated care. Progress and readiness to “graduate” from the program are reviewed at each visit.
find more resources for your visit
Get checklists, resources, and helpful tips for before, during, and after your visit to Dayton Children’s—so you know exactly what to expect.
Healthy Way clinic hours and locations
Our Healthy Me clinic team is here to support your child’s health at multiple convenient locations.
start your child’s healthy journey
Our Healthy Me clinic team is here to empower children and families to make sustainable lifestyle changes in a supportive, kid-friendly environment. Schedule an appointment online or by calling 937-641-4000.
