Medical Affiliations

Fitness and Wellness Programs for Patients

At FFC, we know everyone wants to learn to develop healthier eating habits and become more active. But how?

Over the past 10 years, FFC has been developing disease prevention programming in a clinical setting to work with patients dealing with obesity, diabetes, heart and kidney disease, and other health conditions.

We are uniquely positioned to deliver lifestyle modifications via our fitness and educational programs, covering GLP-1 Patient Support, complimentary consultations for medical nutrition therapy. Certain services are often covered by major insurance programs.

Doctor having a consultation with a patient.

Here’s what we offer:

Home to Northwestern Medicine Cardiac Rehab

  • FFC Gold Coast is home to Northwestern Medicine’s Cardiac Rehab program

GLP-1 Patient Support

  • Exercise program tailored to the patient’s fitness levels and goals to support weight loss and metabolic health
  • Personalized plan by qualified fitness professionals designed to help the patient build lean muscle and support heart health through strength and cardiovascular training
  • Ongoing progress monitoring to adapt patient’s training plan and ensure consistent results

Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)

Covered by Insurance

  • MNT visit may be covered by patient’s insurance plan
  • Patients will be notified of insurance coverage prior to visit
  • Patients may be seen on a regular basis, depending on insurance plan coverage

RUSH Physical Therapy

  • RUSH Physical Therapy operates in of 9 of our 10 locations

InBody Assessment

Test + Consultation ($49)

  • Measure body fat, muscle, and water distribution across different body segments
  • Accurately calculate patient’s body fat percentage and lean muscle mass
  • Understand the patient’s daily calorie needs based on body composition
  • Track patient progress over time to make weight control and increasing muscle mass smart and easy

Resting Metabolic Rate

Test + Consultation ($169)

  • Find out how many calories you burn at rest
  • Consultation with a registered dietitian included
  • 4 hour fast required before test
  • Patient should avoid exercise before test

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