Feasibility of the Paso Program for Patients With Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease

The Paso Program is a behavioral weight loss program. It consists of a series of 16 one-hour-long semi-structured group counseling sessions led by a health educator every 1-2 weeks over 26 weeks. Each session has a curriculum with a counselor's guide and patient facing materials, covers specific topics (eating, physical activity, behavioral change strategies). Teaching methods include discussions, practice activities, demonstrations. The program is delivered to groups of 8 to 14 participants, classes are offered primarily in-person with the option of virtual attendance.