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
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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.
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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.
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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.
