MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS

What Is Medical Weight Loss?

Medical weight loss is a provider supervised program designed to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy weight through personalized strategies rooted in medical expertise. FDA-approved prescriptive weight loss medications, when appropriate, can be incorporated to support weight loss efforts, particularly for individuals struggling with chronic obesity or specific health conditions. With over a decade of experience in family practice and wellness, our Nurse Practitioners can help you look and feel your best while optimizing your health and weight.

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FAQs

  • While there are several FDA approved weight loss medications on the market; the majority of patients are seeing success with GLP-1 or GLP-1 and GIP medications including Semaglutide and Tirzepitide.

    • GLP-1 medications, also known as GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) or incretin mimetics, work by mimicking the action of a natural hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1). This hormone is naturally produced and released by the gut in response to eating. GLP-1 plays a key role in regulating blood sugar levels and appetite. 

    • GLP-1 RAs bind to GLP-1 receptors in the body, which then trigger several effects that collectively work towards managing blood sugar and promoting weight loss.

    • These medications stimulate insulin release, suppress glucagon release, slow gastric emptying, and increase feeling of satiety all contributing to weight loss.

  • Yes, these medications are indicated for patients with chronic obesity with a BMI of >30 or a BMI of >27 with a comorbidity of hypertension, high cholesterol, or diabetes.