FAQ's- IV Hydration, Weight Loss, testosterone Replacement

Medical weight loss consultation with the Nurse Practitioner is the first step of the process. 

Losing weight is not easy. This will be a collaborative approach between the Provider and the Client. 

Each client will receive a personalized plan of care to include medication, diet, physical activity, if needed, bi-weekly coaching and once monthly weigh in. Follow up visits may include in office or Telehealth encounters. 

A Membership for 90 days is available or you may choose to pay by each visit or monthly. 

• Pharmacotherapy (Medical weight loss) also consists of Lifestyle Modifications such as dietary counseling by a Licensed Nurse Practitioner. 
• Exercise plans are individualized based upon your physical ability. 
• How much weight can you expect to lose? Everyone is different but the average varies 5-10 pounds lost per month. 
• Is there a membership requirement or long-term commitment?  No. It is recommended to have once monthly follow up for the first 3 months at minimum. Further plan depends upon your needs and success. This is a collaborative approach to assist you in weight loss for sustainability. 
• Is there a certain Diet plan to follow? Everyone is different so therefore this is again an individualized collaborative approach. 
• What medications are used? GLP-1 agonists medications have the best success and can be used long-term. Phentermine is available to those who qualify. 
• What is meant by GLP-1 agonists medication? These medications work by mimicking glucagon-like-peptide-1 (GLP-1) that targets areas of the brain that regulate appetite and food intake. Appetite is decreased, you reach satiety (feeling of fullness) quicker, food portion sizes are therefore reduced.