What is Medically Assisted Weight Loss?
Medically assisted weight loss is a comprehensive approach to weight management that combines medical expertise with personalized treatment plans.
Our physician-supervised weight loss program utilizes prescription weight loss drugs and weight loss injections to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
To ensure your weight loss journey is both safe and effective, it’s essential to work with a licensed clinician who understands the unique challenges and complexities that often accompany weight management needs. By partnering with a qualified practitioner, you can be confident that your health is managed with the highest standards and best practices.
Why is Medically Assisted Weight Loss Performed?
Medically supervised weight loss is performed to help individuals who struggle with weight loss through traditional methods, such as diet and exercise. It addresses various health concerns associated with being overweight or obese, including:
- Improving Overall Health: Reducing the risk of chronic conditions, like diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension.
- Enhancing Quality of Life: Increasing energy levels, mobility, and overall well-being.
- Providing Professional Support: Offering guidance and accountability from healthcare professionals.
- Personalized Treatment: Creating tailored weight loss plans that cater to individual needs and health conditions.
- Long-Term Success: Developing sustainable lifestyle changes to maintain weight loss.
How is Our Medically Assisted Weight Loss Performed?
At Metroplex Medical Centres, our medically assisted weight loss program is meticulously designed to ensure your success. The process includes:
- Initial Consultation: A thorough assessment of your medical history, current health status, and weight loss goals.
- Personalized Plan: Developing a customized weight loss plan that includes prescription weight loss drugs, dietary recommendations, and exercise guidelines.
- Weight Loss Medications or Injections: Administering weight loss medications or injections to boost metabolism and support fat loss. Our physicians come right to your door to administer these medications and injections so you don’t have to!
- Ongoing Monitoring: Regular check-ins with your physician to monitor progress, adjust treatments, and provide support.
- Comprehensive Support: Offering nutritional counseling, behavioral therapy, and fitness coaching as needed.
What to Expect After Medically Assisted Weight Loss
After completing our medically supervised weight loss program, you can expect:
- Significant Weight Loss: Achieving your targeted weight loss goals safely and effectively.
- Improved Health: Reduced risk of weight-related health issues and improved overall health.
- Sustainable Habits: Development of healthy eating and exercise habits for long-term maintenance.
- Continued Support: Ongoing support and follow-up care to ensure you stay on track and maintain your progress.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Medically Assisted Weight Loss
Q: What are prescription weight loss drugs, and how do they work?
A: Prescription weight loss drugs are medications that help with weight loss by suppressing appetite, increasing metabolism, or reducing fat absorption. These drugs are prescribed by a physician based on your specific health needs and weight loss goals.
Q: Who is eligible for the medically supervised weight loss program?
A: Our medically supervised weight loss program is designed for individuals who have struggled to lose weight through traditional methods and have a body mass index (BMI) that qualifies them for medical intervention. According to FDA guidelines, people with a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with certain health conditions, may be eligible for weight loss medications. A thorough evaluation by our healthcare professionals will determine your eligibility.
Q: Are weight loss injections safe?
A: Yes, weight loss injections administered at Metroplex Medical Centres are safe and effective when used as part of a medically supervised program. Our experienced physicians ensure that injections are tailored to your individual needs and monitored for safety and efficacy.
