Weight loss medicine,
done differently.
Ottawa Health Center is a medically supervised weight loss clinic serving residents of Ottawa, Gatineau, and the Outaouais region. We combine clinical expertise, evidence-based treatments, and genuine compassion to help adults with elevated BMI achieve lasting, meaningful change.
Medicine first. Judgement never.
Obesity is a complex, chronic medical condition — not a failure of willpower. The science is clear on this, even if public discourse has been slower to follow. At Ottawa Health Center, every consultation, every treatment plan, and every conversation starts from this foundation.
We do not offer shortcuts. We offer structured, medically supervised programmes that address the physiological and behavioural dimensions of weight management together — because one without the other rarely produces lasting results.
Our approach is straightforward: understand each patient's situation fully, recommend the treatment that is genuinely most appropriate, and support them throughout the entire process — not just the clinical portion.
Evidence-based
Every treatment we offer is supported by published clinical evidence. We do not recommend interventions we cannot substantiate with data.
Compassionate
We understand the emotional weight that comes with weight struggles. Our team creates a space where patients feel genuinely supported, never judged.
Transparent
We are honest about what our treatments can and cannot achieve. Realistic expectations, honestly communicated, produce better long-term outcomes than inflated promises.
Personalised
No two patients are the same. Every programme at Ottawa Health Center is built around the individual — their health profile, their goals, and their life.
Our services
We offer a focused range of evidence-based weight loss treatments, delivered within a structured medical programme. Every patient receives a personalised plan — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Allurion Gastric Balloon
The world's first swallowable gastric balloon — no surgery, no anaesthesia, no endoscopy. Placed in a 15-minute outpatient appointment. Ottawa Health Center is the only Allurion-certified clinic serving Ottawa and the Gatineau region.
- 10–15% average total body weight loss
- 16-week balloon duration, passes naturally
- Supported by a full 6-month programme
Customised Diet & Nutrition
Personalised, medically supervised nutrition plans built around your physiology, lifestyle, and long-term health goals. Evidence-based, sustainable, and designed to outlast the programme itself.
- Individual nutritional assessment
- Phase-based dietary protocol
- Ongoing monitoring and adjustment
Medical Weight Loss Programmes
Comprehensive, medically supervised programmes for adults with elevated BMI. Combining clinical assessment, dietary guidance, and ongoing support into a single coordinated approach.
- Full clinical assessment and monitoring
- Structured programme with regular check-ins
- Integration with other treatment options
Non-Surgical Weight Loss
For patients who want effective weight loss without surgery, we offer a range of non-surgical options — from the Allurion Balloon to medically supervised nutrition programmes and evidence-based medical interventions.
- No surgery or anaesthesia required
- Options for a range of BMI profiles
- Medically supervised throughout
Non-surgical programmes are available in collaboration with LEAF Weight Management Clinic.
Serving Ottawa, Gatineau,
and the Outaouais region
Ottawa Health Center serves adult patients across the National Capital Region — Ottawa, Gatineau, and the wider Outaouais. Our programmes are designed for adults who are medically classified as overweight or obese and are ready to take a structured, supported approach to weight management.
We work with adults of all genders, backgrounds, and life circumstances. Whether you have tried and not succeeded with previous weight loss attempts, or you are approaching this for the first time, our starting point is always the same: an honest clinical assessment with no judgement.
General eligibility
Our medical weight loss programmes are generally appropriate for adults who meet one or more of the following criteria. Eligibility is always confirmed through an individual clinical assessment.
The clinical standards we
hold ourselves to
Allurion Certified
Ottawa Health Center is an Allurion-certified provider. Certification involves specific training and assessment in the full programme protocol — including patient selection, placement, side effect management, and the six-month support structure.
Evidence-Based Practice
Every treatment recommendation is grounded in peer-reviewed clinical evidence. We cite credible sources — WHO, Health Canada, PubMed, published clinical trials — and we do not recommend interventions that lack adequate research support.
Medical Disclaimer Compliance
The information we provide — in consultations and on this website — is general in nature and does not constitute personal medical advice. Every patient receives an individual clinical assessment before any treatment is recommended or commenced.
Privacy and Confidentiality
Patient information is treated with strict confidentiality. We do not share personal data with third parties. All enquiry data submitted through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Canadian privacy legislation.
Ready to take the first step?
A free, no-obligation consultation with our medical team is the right starting point. We will review your situation, explain your options honestly, and let you decide — without pressure.