Are you ready to embark on a transformative weight loss journey? At Healthy Self Weight Loss in La Quinta, we offer a comprehensive Semaglutide program designed to provide maximum benefit for our patients. Here’s everything you need to know about starting and navigating our game-changing Semaglutide program.
FAQ: What is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide is an FDA-approved injectable prescription medication designed for long-term obesity treatment. By mimicking the GLP-1 hormone, semaglutide reduces your appetite and keeps you full for a longer period of time, enabling you to eat less. It can also help your body stay in a fat-burning mode and reduce calorie consumption. Semaglutide targets fat cells and regulates blood sugar, so there’s no need to worry about losing muscle mass or becoming dehydrated as a result of losing water weight.
Possible Side Effects:
Common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, constipation, nausea, and heartburn. Semaglutide is generally well-tolerated, with potential weight loss benefits.
High Blood Pressure and Semaglutide:
Semaglutide can be taken by patients with high-blood pressure! Semaglutide not only aids weight loss but also reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Medical Conditions and Semaglutide
Certain medical histories, including Medullary Thyroid Cancer and pancreatitis, may restrict Semaglutide use. Discuss your health background with your provider for personalized advice.
How much weight can I lose on Semaglutide?
Promising results! In a UCLA Health study, participants using Semaglutide lost 15-20% of their body weight, showcasing its efficacy. Studies at the New England Journal of Medicine showed even more impressive results! Research continues to show the effectiveness of semaglutide injections for weight loss.
Starting Our Program: FAQ
Starting Semaglutide:
All initial Semaglutide consultations take place at our clinic. You will meet with our nurse practitioner to review drug information, side effects, and diet and lifestyle recommendations. Our nurse practitioner will guide you through a comprehensive overview of our Semaglutide program, including when you will receive your first injection in our office and your medication schedule.
Follow-up Appointments:
You will be scheduled for a short phone call with our nurse practitioner to review your weight loss, any side effects, and medication dosing. Once approved, you can walk in to check your progress and pick up your monthly medication.
Prescription and Payment:
All Semaglutide prescriptions and dispensing are processed through our office. Our medical staff will provide your monthly supply of syringes. After approval, you can walk in during our business hours to pick up your monthly medication.
Payment is due when you purchase your monthly medications. We accept cash and all major credit cards.
What are the benefits of our program?
Our program is designed to save time and provide maximum benefit for our patients. Even after reaching your weight loss goal, we will continue to meet with you to help you stay on track at no additional charge. You’ll be monitored by our physician to ensure your medication is working properly, with dosage adjustments as necessary for optimum results. Simply come in during our business hours to pick up or receive your injections.
Do you offer a referral program?
Certainly! When current patients refer a friend, they receive a free Slim Shot towards their next visit upon completion of services or treatment rendered to the person referred. For more information about Slim Shots, read our online resources or give us a call.
Don’t wait, improve your life now!
At Healthy Self, we’re committed to your success. We believe in providing our patients with the information they need on their journey to a healthier and more vibrant lifestyle.
Our staff is prepared to answer any questions you have about our programs. Plus, with ongoing monitoring by our physician, you can rest assured that your medication is optimized for optimum results.