Medically Assisted Weight Loss
The rate of obesity in America has increased dramatically over the last two decades. According to the CDC, the prevalence of obesity has increased from 30.5% to 42.4% in the last 18 years, and the prevalence of severe obesity from 4.7% to 9.2% in the same time frame. Patients suffering from Obesity also have a significantly increased risk for the development of additional comorbidities within the spectrum of Metabolic Syndrome, including: Diabetes Mellitus Type II, Dyslipidemia, Hypertension, Coronary Artery Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and Degenerative Joint Conditions.
What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a GLP-I Analog revolutionizing weight loss and helping patients correct long term metabolic disease processes like DMII and High Cholesterol. Semaglutide regulates the arcuate nucleus of the hypothalamus in the brain - controlling energy expenditure and food intake and slows gastric emptying, helping reduce appetite and food cravings. It also helps regulate insulin secretion, stabilizing blood glucose levels and helping reverse insulin resistance. Semaglutide is also clinically proven to help correction of high cholesterol and reduce long-term cardiovascular disease risk.
We understand there is no one-size fits all program. Many patients struggle to sustain their weight loss goals with traditional exercise and diet programs. All weight-loss patients receive a detailed medical evaluation, including comprehensive metabolic and endocrine bloodwork, allowing our treatment team to address all factors contributing to weight gain, and enabling patients to achieve and sustain their weight loss goals.
Medically assisted weight-loss at Buckeye Physical Medicine and Rehab combines individually guided behavioral modification with medication intervention to optimize patient success. Our program is designed to accelerate weight loss in a safe, sustainable manner and correct the underlying metabolic, cognitive, and behavioral processes that contribute to obesity. Weight loss programs range from 3 to 12 months with maintenance programs available for continued care after completion.
Ready to start your weight-loss journey? You don’t need to do it alone! Click the link below to schedule a free weight loss consultation.