C’mon, get healthy! If you’re struggling with excess weight, low energy or just need a little help getting off the couch, talk to the experts.
There are weight loss programs for adults and health improvement programs throughout southeast Michigan to help anyone lose weight.
Check out our list of the best weight loss programs in metro Detroit and beyond — and find one that’s right for you.
Many of these centers offer free seminars so you can decide if the program fits your needs and lifestyle. On this list, you’ll find holistic, behavioral, clinical and surgical approaches that can help you shed pounds and improve your health.
They’re all attached to medical facilities, but you might also consider looking into the many Weight Watchers or Jenny Craig centers throughout the area.
And if you want to get the whole family involved in your journey to health, check out our lists of weight loss programs for kids, top personal trainers in Southeast Michigan and fitness centers in the area, too.
Note: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some programs may have gone virtual or may have been temporarily suspended. Make sure to check in with your health insurer to see if all or part of the cost of your weight loss program is covered.
Beaumont’s Weight Control Center
Beaumont’s Weight Control Center – Royal Oak
- Address: 4949 Coolidge Highway, Royal Oak
- Phone: 248-655-5900
Beaumont’s Weight Control Center – Rochester Hills
- Address: 1555 E. South Blvd., Suite 360, Rochester Hills
- Phone: 248-267-5750
Beaumont Medical Center – St. Clair Shores
- Address: 25631 Little Mack Ave., Suite LL, St. Clair Shores
- Phone: 586-443-2998
Beaumont Weight Control Center—Canton
- Address: 6300 N. Haggerty Road, Canton
- Phone: 248-738-1900
- Cost: Call for details
- Types: Non-surgical and surgical
Offering weight loss help for over 30 years, this Beaumont Hospital-affiliated center takes a complete approach to health. Personalized programs combine nutrition counseling and fitness, along with physician, psychologist and group support. There’s also a fitness center available for weight loss participants, and surgical options, too.
Botsford’s ReNew Weight Management Program
- Address: 40245 Grand River Ave., Novi
- Phone: 248-473-3100
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical
People enrolled in this medically-monitored program participate in 24 weeks of health, exercise and other classes that will help them lose 1-4 pounds a week. The program, along with coaching and nutrition options, is designed to help participants make healthy, long-term changes. Register online for a free informational session. Virtual options available.
Harper Bariatric Medicine Institute at the Detroit Medical Center
Harper Bariatric Medicine Institute – Detroit
- Address: 3990 John R. St., Detroit
- Phone: 313-745-8040
Harper Bariatric Medicine Institute – Commerce
- Address: 1 William Carls Dr., Commerce
- Phone: 248-937-3300
Harper Bariatric Medicine Institute – Madison Heights
- Address: 1385 E. 12 Mile Road, Suite 200, Madison Heights
- Phone: 877-362-9898
Harper Bariatric Medicine Institute – Southfield
- Address: 29080 Inkster Road, Suite 250, Southfield
- Phone: 877-362-9898
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical and surgical
This nationally recognized center has several medical procedures and weight management programs available for men and women who are at least 100 pounds overweight. To find out more, attend one of their free informational seminars, or view the seminar online. Go online or call 877-362-9898 to register.
Henry Ford Clinical Weight Management Program
- Address: Locations in Detroit and Livonia
- Phone: 313-972-1919 (Detroit), 734-523-8601 (Livonia)
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical
Whether you need to lose a little or a lot, this program can help. Participants learn how to make small changes in their diet, exercise and behavior to lose inches. There is a four-month commitment.
Henry Ford Hospital Bariatric Surgery Center for Weight Loss
- Address: Call for surgery locations metro Detroit
- Phone: 800-436-7936
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Surgical
The surgeons at Henry Ford’s bariatric surgery facilities have performed thousands of procedures — 99 percent of them laparoscopically, making for a quicker recovery time. Comprehensive support is offered pre- and post-surgery.
Henry Ford Macomb Center for Weight Management
- Address: Call for locations in Macomb County
- Phone: 586-323-4800
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical
Choose from five programs designed for anyone looking to lose weight. Each program includes coaching by a health educator, meal replacements and medical supervision.
St. Joseph Mercy Health System
- Address: Call for locations
- Phone: 734-712-5540
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical and surgical
Looking to lose weight or lower your cholesterol and blood pressure? St. Joseph Mercy offers its HMR Weight Management program, which will provide you with proper nutrition and diet information, with the help of medically trained professionals. If you’re considering surgical procedures, the hospitals perform laparoscopic gastric bypasses, sleeve gastrectomies and adjustable gastric bandings, too.
Henry Ford Health System Weight Loss Solutions
Henry Ford Detroit
- Address: 2799 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit
- Phone: 313-916-2600
Henry Ford West Bloomfield
- Address: 6777 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield
- Phone: 248-325-1000
Henry Ford Macomb Hospital
- Address: 15855 19 Mile Road, Clinton Township
- Phone: 586-263-2300
Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
- Address: 2333 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte
- Phone: 734-246-6000
- Cost: Call for details
- Type: Non-surgical and surgical
A team of dieticians, exercise physiologists and other medical experts will help you reach your weight loss goals and teach you the right way to live a healthy life. If the traditional diet and exercise hasn’t worked for you, inquire about bariatric surgery, also offered through Henry Ford.
Know of any other great weight loss programs for adults? Tell us in the comments section below.
This post was originally published in 2012 and is updated regularly.
What about Ideal You Health Center? I’ve had a great experience with them and they have two locations in Metro Detroit: Sterling Heights & Livonia. They also have a location in Ann Arbor.