HOUSTON - (December 31, 2015) – If you feel as though you gained weight during the holiday season or want to shed some unwanted pounds, join us from 6 – 8 p.m. on January 21, 2016, at Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital for a free weight loss event. Start the New Year off right by taking control of your health. Attend this event to learn more about your weight management options.

At the weight loss event you will:

• Enjoy a cooking demonstration from a Houston Methodist chef

• Taste a free sample of weight loss shakes

• Receive a free BMI calculator

• Learn about the different programs offered at the Houston Methodist Weight Management Center

Attendance to this event is free but registration is required.

To register or to see a full listing of events across Houston in January, visit houstonmethodist.org/events or call 832.667.LOSE (5673).

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About Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a not-for-profit, faith-based hospital, which is part of Houston Methodist. The hospital has expanded in Northwest Houston to serve the comprehensive health care needs of the growing community.

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital has been named a Magnet recognized health care facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®.

Houston Methodist Willowbrook is ranked number 4 in the Houston metro area and number 8 in Texas by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” in 2015. 

For the 10th year in a row, Houston Methodist has been named to FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list, and is one of only four Houston companies ranked.

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital has received its chest pain and stroke accreditations, performs complex surgeries such as neurosurgery and open heart, and focuses on women and children in the Women’s & Children’s Pavilion. For more information on the comprehensive services available on the Houston Methodist Willowbrook campus and to learn about upcoming events, please visit houstonmethodist.org/willowbrook. To find a physician, call 281.737.2500.