Dr. Hershberg is now offering physician directed weight management counseling based on the concepts in The Hershberg Diet.

Please call 416-849-5555 and ask to make an appointment with Dr.Hershberg for the weight management program.

Prior to your appointment, it is important that you pick up a copy of The Hershberg Diet and try to read it through before the visit so that you understand the main concepts and are prepared with any questions that you may have regarding the phases and meal plans.

At your initial consultation, Dr.Hershberg will review the main concepts in the diet, perform a medical history and physical examination, and review your diet and food intake history to assess whether the diet is right for you as well as whether you qualify for OHIP covered weight management. You will also have a fitness assessment preformed. There is no cost associated with this initial consultation. It is advised that you keep a food diary for a few days prior to your appointment so that your eating patterns and habits can be best assessed. Please be as honest and detailed as possible when recording your food intake.

Finally, please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment so that you have time to fill out the intake form.

Congratulations on your commitment to a balanced and healthy lifestyle. We look forward to working with you!

Note: A weight loss of between 5-12 pounds is typically experienced in the first two weeks of the plan (Phase One) and between 5-10 pounds in the second two weeks (Phase Two). Weight loss then proceeds at a steady rate of approximately 1-3 lbs per week. The Hershberg Diet was designed to offer the best of both worlds - rapid weight loss and a sustainable healthy program.