Medically Managed Weight Loss Program
Weight loss isn't a goal, it's a lifestyle!
At Northwest Healthcare, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your weight loss and maintain a healthy lifestyle. For individuals seeking professional assistance with weight loss, the bariatric weight loss team offers a wide array of services to meet you where you are in your weight loss journey.
During your consultation, the board-certified obesity medicine provider, in collaboration with a registered dietitian, will discuss your goals and review the best program and dietary recommendations based on your medical history. We offer provider-supervised programs that utilize prescription medication for those that qualify.
Services include:
- Medical assessments and monitoring
- Nutritional guidance and meal planning/replacements
- Exercise recommendations
- Educational programs
- Behavior modification
The amount of weight you lose will be determined by factors such as medical history, your individualized weight loss plan and your adherence to diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. With medications, a patient may maintain their weight loss. For patients who do not achieve their weight loss goals through medications, weight loss surgery may be an option. Learn more or schedule your consultation here.
A healthful diet and an active lifestyle work in conjunction with weight loss medications.
This includes:
- Staying well hydrated
- Prioritizing lean protein such as chicken, tofu, low fat cottage cheese and beans
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Whole grains
- Limiting added sugars, alcohol, saturated and trans fats
- Aiming for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity aerobic exercise per week
- Aiming for at least two days a week of a muscle strengthening activity
Weight loss medications
- Appetite suppressants: Works by decreasing cravings and appetite. FDA approved for short term use.
- Contrave (naltrexone HCL/bupropion HCL): Mesolimbic reward system - helps regulate feelings of pleasure when eating to help control cravings. In the hypothalamus - works to curb hunger.
- Semaglutide: GLP-1 Receptor Agonist, once a week injection. May see more weight loss over time with Wegovy.
- Tirzepatide: GIP & GLP-1 Receptor Agonist
Contact us today to schedule your medically managed weight loss consultation and take the first step toward a healthier lifestyle.
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