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Patient Referral Program

๐Ÿ“ Serving patients in Sterling Heights & Bingham Farms, Michigan  | Sterling Heights: 586-287-7330  | Bingham Farms: 248-573-3110
Michigan Weight Loss Institute โ€” Patient Referral Program

Refer a Friend.
Earn a $50 Referral Credit.

When a new patient you refer completes their first appointment at Michigan Weight Loss Institute, youโ€™ll receive a $50 Referral Credit โ€” our way of thanking you for helping someone take the first step toward better health.

Physician-Led Program
Credits Issued After First Appointment
No Limit on Referrals
Your Reward
$50
Referral Credit
Applied toward eligible wellness services & products at MWLI.
1
You Refer
2
They Attend
3
You Earn
Submit a Referral Now

At Michigan Weight Loss Institute, we are grateful for the trust our patients place in us. Since our inception, our practice has grown largely through word-of-mouth referrals from patients who have shared their experiences with friends and family. To express our appreciation for your continued support, we are pleased to offer a Referral Appreciation Program.

Simple. Fast. Rewarding.

How the Referral Program Works

Earning your referral credit takes three straightforward steps โ€” no complicated rules, no hoops to jump through.

1

Refer a Friend or Family Member

Know someone who could benefit from physician-supervised weight loss, GLP-1 therapy, or metabolic health care? Submit their name and contact information using our secure referral form below.

2

They Complete Their First Appointment

Your referred friend or family member schedules and completes their first appointment at Michigan Weight Loss Institute in Sterling Heights or Bingham Farms.

3

You Earn a $50 Referral Credit

Once their appointment is confirmed, your $50 Referral Credit is applied to your account. Use it toward eligible wellness services and products.

Where Credits Apply

Use Your Credit Toward Premium Wellness Services

Referral credits may be applied toward the following eligible wellness services and products at Michigan Weight Loss Institute.

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Morpheus8 by InMode
Advanced radiofrequency skin remodeling and body contouring treatment.
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PRP Hair Restoration
Platelet-rich plasma therapy to support hair regrowth and scalp health.
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NutraFi Wellness Products
Physician-curated nutraceuticals and wellness supplements.
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Lipo-MIC Injections
Lipotropic micronutrient injections to support fat metabolism and energy.
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Advanced Body Composition Analysis
Precise measurements of fat mass, lean mass, visceral fat, and metabolic rate.
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Other Qualifying Wellness Services
Additional eligible wellness services as designated by Michigan Weight Loss Institute.
Please Read Carefully

Important Credit Restrictions

To ensure complete transparency and avoid confusion, please review the following restrictions before submitting a referral.

Referral Credits May Only Be Applied Toward Eligible Wellness Services & Products
Credits cannot be used in the following situations โ€” no exceptions.

Credits CANNOT Be Applied Toward:

  • Insurance copays
  • Deductibles
  • Coinsurance
  • Insurance-billed office visits

Also Not Eligible:

  • Prescription medications
  • medical evaluation visits
  • Insurance-covered services of any kind
Credits have no monetary value
Credits are non-transferable
Issued only after referred patientโ€™s first appointment
Who Should You Refer?

Know Someone Who Deserves Better Health?

Michigan Weight Loss Institute specializes in physician-led, evidence-based care for patients managing weight and metabolic health. If someone you know is dealing with any of the following, MWLI may be exactly what they need.

  • Struggling to lose weight and need physician-supervised support
  • Interested in GLP-1 weight loss medications (Semaglutide, Tirzepatide)
  • Diagnosed with obesity or carrying excess weight
  • Managing insulin resistance or prediabetes
  • Diagnosed with PCOS and seeking metabolic support
  • Experiencing weight regain after bariatric surgery
  • Seeking a structured, medical approach to lasting weight loss
$50
For Every Successful Referral

Thereโ€™s no limit to how many people you can refer. Every new patient who completes their first appointment earns you another $50 credit โ€” toward the services you love.

Why Patients Choose Us

Physician-Led Weight Loss Care in Michigan

Michigan Weight Loss Institute, led by Dr. Rita Kathawa, MD, combines board-certified obesity medicine expertise with a genuinely personalized approach โ€” because no two patients are the same.

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Physician-Led, Evidence-Based Care
Every treatment plan is designed and supervised by Dr. Kathawa, a board-certified obesity medicine specialist โ€” not a wellness coach or franchise operator.
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Board-Certified Obesity Medicine
Our team holds specialized expertise in obesity medicine, meaning your care goes far beyond diet advice โ€” it addresses root causes.
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Truly Personalized Treatment Plans
No cookie-cutter protocols. Each patient receives a plan tailored to their labs, body composition, lifestyle, and health history.
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Insurance Navigation Support
We help patients understand their coverage options and navigate insurance for applicable services โ€” reducing stress from day one.
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Advanced Body Composition Testing
We go beyond the scale with precise body composition analysis โ€” measuring fat mass, lean mass, visceral fat, and resting metabolic rate.
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Multiple Treatment Options
From GLP-1 programs and metabolic health support to Morpheus8 and wellness services โ€” a comprehensive suite beyond medication alone.
Refer Someone Today
Submit a Referral

Ready to Refer? Letโ€™s Get Started.

Complete the form below and our team will reach out to your referred friend or family member to schedule their first appointment.

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Referral Credit Reminder: Your $50 Referral Credit will be applied to your account after the referred patient completes their first appointment. Credits may only be used toward eligible wellness services and products at Michigan Weight Loss Institute. Credits have no monetary value, are non-transferable, and cannot be applied toward insurance-billed services, copays, deductibles, coinsurance, medical evaluation visits, or prescription medications.
Donโ€™t Wait

Help Someone Start Their Journey.
Earn $50 for Doing It.

Every referral is a chance to change someoneโ€™s life โ€” and earn a credit toward the premium wellness services you already trust at MWLI.

Sterling Heights41400 Dequindre Rd #105, Sterling Heights, MI 48314
586-287-7330
Bingham Farms32000 Telegraph Rd, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
248-573-3110
Dr. Rita Kathawa, MDBoard-Certified Obesity Medicine
Mon โ€“ Fri 8AM โ€“ 5PM