Which weight-management appointment should I choose?

Match the appointment to your question

Stela’s booking page describes three initial consultation types. The guide below is a starting point for asking the clinic which one suits your needs. It does not determine your eligibility for treatment.

Use your main concern to start the conversation

You do not need to know the clinical answer before contacting Stela. Explain the decision you want help making. For example:

• “I am new to the clinic and want an assessment. Can you help me choose the right appointment?”
• “I want to discuss the options beyond my current plan. Should I book a doctor?”
• “I need a food plan that fits shift work and my household budget. Is a dietitian appointment the right place to start?”

These are suggested questions, not examples of promised treatment. If more than one concern matters to you, list them in order so the clinic can advise on the booking.

Confirm these details before booking

• Is this an initial appointment or a follow-up?
• Which clinician should I book for my main question?
• What is included, and what could require a separate appointment?
• What information should I provide in advance?
• What fee applies, and what happens if I need to reschedule?

Check the current consultation fees and terms. Do not assume that choosing one appointment includes access to every member of the team.

When nutrition and medical questions overlap

You may want help with food while also discussing a medical concern. Health New Zealand explains that dietitians consider health and lifestyle when developing an eating plan. A dietitian consultation has a different purpose from a medical assessment, and your care may involve more than one professional. See sources.

Ask who will coordinate the next step and how you will know whether another appointment is needed. This is especially useful if your GP or another clinician already has a plan in place.