Michigan Weight Loss Institute operates one of Metro Detroit’s leading NAFLD clinics, offering comprehensive evaluation and treatment for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Our integrated team of specialists combines weight management expertise with gastroenterology care to address the root causes of metabolic liver disease — before it progresses.
Metabolic Liver Disease Evaluation & Treatment
At Michigan Weight Loss Institute we prioritize disease prevention, reversibility and delay of progression when possible. Majority of cases of non alcoholic fatty liver also known as metabolic liver disease cases are reversible with early diagnosis, staging and intervention. If left untreated, this condition We focus on early detection and staging via non-invasive modalities such as blood test and various imaging to determine disease severity. In some cases, endoscopy and liver biopsy is utilized when necessary.
As part of your evaluation, you will consult with both a gastroenterologist/hepatologist (liver specialist) and a bariatrician/ bariatric medicine physician (weight management specialist). We also offer nutritional coaching and referral for behavioral psychotherapy when appropriate. Appropriate testing will be ordered and a multidisciplinary treatment plan formulated. A heavy emphasis on weight loss and nutrition to reverse and delay disease progression. This can be achieved via lifestyle modifications, utilization of anti-obesity medications and supplements, bariatric surgery coordination and in some advanced cases liver transplantation.
What Is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease?
NAFLD occurs when excess fat builds up in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol. It affects an estimated 25% of adults worldwide. Left untreated, NAFLD can progress to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), cirrhosis, or liver failure. Early detection matters. Our NAFLD clinic in Michigan specializes in catching and staging this condition before it advances to a more serious phase.
The Link Between Obesity and Fatty Liver Disease
Excess body weight is one of the strongest risk factors for NAFLD. Fat tissue releases inflammatory signals that damage liver cells over time. Consequently, medically supervised weight loss is one of the most effective treatments available. Research shows that losing 7–10% of body weight can significantly reduce liver fat. At Michigan Weight Loss Institute, we combine targeted weight loss interventions with liver-focused monitoring to deliver lasting metabolic improvements.
Who Should Be Evaluated at an NAFLD Clinic?
You may be a candidate for NAFLD evaluation if you have obesity, type 2 diabetes, high triglycerides, elevated liver enzymes, or metabolic syndrome. Additionally, many patients with NAFLD have no symptoms at all — making routine screening especially important. Our team uses non-invasive blood tests and imaging to assess disease severity. From there, we build a personalized treatment plan tailored to your metabolic health goals.
Schedule Your NAFLD Evaluation in Michigan
Don’t wait for symptoms to appear. NAFLD often progresses silently until the disease has already advanced. Michigan Weight Loss Institute serves patients throughout Metro Detroit, Sterling Heights, Bingham Farms, and surrounding communities. Our specialists are here to help you protect your liver, improve your metabolic health, and take control of your well-being. Learn more about liver disease from the American Liver Foundation — and contact us today to schedule your evaluation.
