Ikigai is a Japanese word meaning ‘the purpose of life’. Everyone’s Ikigai is therefore different, just like their values, priorities or life goals.
Weight loss is a journey, and everyone’s goals are different. That is why we have a tailored, holistic approach which embraces both physical and emotional wellbeing in order to support you through your journey.
Speak to your GP at Valewood Clinic about joining the Ikigai program.
Location:
Twelve week program at Valewood Clinic
Ikigai is a specialist weight loss program which aims to provide you with skill sets to achieve a healthier you and weight loss, through optimising diet, physical health and mental wellbeing. Our medical team will also discuss the options of medications and/or surgery with you.
We know that the rates of weight re-gain after stopping intense diets and exercise regimes, are high. We will support you beyond the initial twelve weeks.
InBody 570 Body Composition Analysis is now available at Valewood Clinic, Mulgrave. Proudly partnered with our in-house physician-led Ikigai weight-loss program.
Obesity is an epidemic!
Obesity is a chronic disease which can increase your risk of developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea, osteoarthritis and certain cancers. Research shows that weight loss as low as 5% of your body weight can lead to drastic improvements in your overall health. We also know that genetic and epigenetic factors play a big role in obesity, which may explain why some people struggle with weight management more than others.
Multi-disciplinary approach
Our Team:
Obesity is a chronic disease which can increase your risk of developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, sleep apnoea, osteoarthritis and certain cancers. Research shows that weight loss as low as 5% of your body weight can lead to drastic improvements in your overall health. We also know that genetic and epigenetic factors play a big role in obesity, which may explain why some people struggle with weight management more than others.
Endocrinologist
Dr Hikaru Hashimura
General Practitioner
Dr Artha Srithar
Psychologist
Jenny Grinstead
Dietitian
Bianca Chan
Physiotherapist
James Ryan
Program Structure
- Organise a GP referral to see the endocrinologist
- Organise reviews with allied health professionals (ideally within a month of seeing the endocrinologist)
- Initial review with the endocrinologist and weigh-in
- Fill in your personal goals and quality of life questionnaire in the Ikigai booklet
- Fortnightly reviews with the GP & Nurse weigh-in
- Review appointments with the endocrinologist and allied health team as needed
- Repeat blood tests, which will be reviewed by the endocrinologist
- Reflect on your goals set out in Week 1
We do recommend ongoing reviews with our team, as this is critical in maintaining your new body weight. Review frequency will be tailored to your needs.
Fee Structure
Appointment Type: Initial (60 minutes)
Full Fee: $390
Medical Rebate: $221.15 – $250.65
Out of Pocket: $139.35 – $168.85
Appointment Type: Review (30 minutes)
Full Fee: $270
Medical Rebate: $110.75 – $125.55
Out of Pocket: $144.45 – $159.25
*Pensioners will receive a $50-60 discount
Appointment Type: Initial/Long (25 minutes)
Full Fee: $150
Medical Rebate: $79.70
Out of Pocket: $70.30
Appointment Type: Standard (15 minutes)
Full Fee: $95
Medical Rebate: $41.20
Out of Pocket: $53.80
Appointment Type: 2 weekly weight checks
Bulk-billed for all Medicare Holders
For the below services, our GP’s will assess if you may be eligible for a GP care plan. If eligible, you will have access to 5 Medicare-rebate sessions each calendar year (total) with any of our allied health team.
Appointment Type: Standard (30 minutes)
Full Fee: $80
GP Care Plan: $15 gap fee
Pensioner/Concession: $75
Appointment Type: Initial (30 minutes)
Full Fee: $95
GP Care Plan: Bulk-billed
Pensioner/Concession: $90
Appointment Type: Review (20 minutes)
Full Fee: $75
GP Care Plan: Bulk-billed
Pensioner/Concession: $70
Appointment Type: Initial (60 minutes)
Full Fee: $190
Mental Health Treatment Plan: $96.66 gap
GP Care Plan: $130.70 gap
Pensioner/Concession: $150
Appointment Type: Review (45 minutes)
Full Fee: $150
Mental Health Treatment Plan: $56.66 gap
GP Care Plan: $91.70 gap
Pensioner/Concession: $110
Non-Attendance Fees
Late cancellations within 1 hour of the appointment time or non-attendances will incur the full fee as we will be unlikely to fill the appointment space.
