Semaglutide

Provider supervised medical weight management program is designed to help individuals reach his or her specific weight loss goals.

Our program uses a combination of weekly in office visits which include semaglutide injection, counseling and education on diet and exercise to achieve your desired goals.

What is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is an FDA-approved weight loss medication sold under the brand names Ozempic, Rybelsus, and Wegovy. It is a once-weekly injectable medication, starting on a low dose and gradually increasing until a therapeutic effect is reached.

Semaglutide belongs to a class of medications called GLP-1. The glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a hormone with a broad spectrum of action which includes:

* Improved insulin secretion

*Decrease of gastric emptying making you feel full

* Reduces food intake

* Improves diuresis

* Has cardio- and neuroprotective effects

* Decreases inflammation and cell death

* May improve learning and memory

What are the Potential side effects of Semaglutide?

While no medication is without risks or side effects. Semaglutide is a safe FDA approved medication. The most common side effects of semaglutide include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, indigestion, dizziness, abdominal distension, and low blood sugar. The chances of getting these side effects are reduced because we slowly increase the dose based on your individual tolerance.

Who is not a candidate for Semaglutide?

* Pregnant/breastfeeding

* Being treated for type 1 diabetes

* Hypersensitivity to semaglutide or any components of this medication

* Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma

* History of multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome

* History of pancreatitis

* End stage renal disease (on dialysis)

* Under the age of 18 years old

Lipotropic and Vitamin Injections

Supplemental Medications

When following a low-calorie diet, there are also other variables to consider. For example immune system and energy may both be in short supply when restricting calories. Both immune response and energy enhancers may be options to fulfill deficiencies in these areas. Below are options to consider.

Lipo-Mino Mix ( 1 ml injection weekly)

Lipo-Mino Mix starts with a special lipotropics fat burning combination of methionine, inositol, choline, carnitine, B1, B2, B6 and B12. Each of these ingredients can help the body turn fat into energy.

Methionine: helps break down sugars & carbohydrates and convert to energy
Inositol: converts food to energy
Choline: healthy nerve cells, cuts muscle recovery time, helps convert fat to energy
Carnitine: building block for protenis, helps body burn fat as fuel
B1: improves immune system, helps convert fat and carbohydrates into energy
B2: increases metabolism, supports immune system
B6: promotes red blood cell production and converts food to energy
B12: energy, healthy nerve cells

Intramuscular Vitamin Injections:

Vitamin B12: supports energy production, often used for fatigue and improves mood
Vitamin B Complex: includes a mix of B vitamins that work together to support energy levels, metabolism and overall well-being
Vitamin C: known for its antioxidant properties, supports immune function and promotes skin health
Glutathione: a vital antioxidant present in the cells of the body, offering numerous benefits such as cellular protection, skin care enhancement, energy level optimization, and support for detoxification processes.

IV Therapy

Today, it’s used more commonly for patients striving for improved health, whether that be to help avoid the next flu virus or simply to have more energy throughout the day. It’s believed to be completely safe, effective, and restorative. In a perfect world, we’d all drink enough fluids and get the appropriate nutrients we need every day. However, that’s not always an attainable goal to achieve. Because of this, many people depend on a solution that can help complement a good diet and proper hydration for living as our healthiest selves. IV vitamin therapy can be very helpful in supporting a healthy, nourished body.

Common uses for vitamin IV nutritional therapy include:

– Immune System Enhancement
– Illness Prevention
– Energy Boost
– Age Management
– And More

Possible benefits of IV Nutrition

– Boosts energy
– Detoxifies the body
– Enhances the immune system
– Helps prevent illness
– Combats chronic fatigue
– Improves the effects of hangovers
– Reverses symptoms of malnutrition
– Assists with age management

What nutrients are administered:

IV nutrition consists of a variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other nutrients that work together to produce significant results. The process involves a customized drip of intravenous vitamin therapy treatment designed to suit each patient’s unique needs.

Some common infusions offered:

– Myers Cocktail: May reduce seasonal allergies, fatigue, and inflammation, and restore natural balance
– Recovery and Performance: May decrease recovery time and enhance your athletic performance
– Get up & Go: May burn fat, feel energized and boost your metabolism
– Rise & Shine: May help combat hangover-related symptoms like dehydration, headache and nausea
- B-Lean: May help convert fat to energy and boost metabolism.