Semaglutide is an injection-based, weight loss medication prescribed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and obesity.
It is most commonly prescribed under the brand names Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Rybelsus, and Bydureon.
“Semaglutide is an excellent tool to control hunger in both female and male patients focusing on optimizing blood sugar, weight loss, muscle mass, and heart health.”
-Dr. Shapiro
Semaglutide works by mimicking the action of a naturally occurring peptide, glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), resulting in:
This is not a “one size fits all” medication. It requires fasting blood work and a consultation with Dr. Shapiro to see if you’re a candidate.
The following patients should not consider Semaglutide for weight loss:
Our initial blood work, specialized stool tests, cardiac monitoring, and InBody analysis are designed to look for imbalances in your body that may put you at risk for disease.
Your 60 minute consultation with our medical doctor or nurse practitioner will consist of a thorough medical history, physical exam and laboratory analysis (blood, urine, EKG, etc.)
Your personalized 90 Day Treatment Plan is designed to balance any health deficiencies in conjunction with a customized nutrition and lifestyle program.
Follow-up appointments consist of progress evaluation and treatment adjustments in order to optimize your health and overall wellness.
Dr. Shapiro will create a personalized plan that includes Ozempic and other safe and effective treatments to help you reach your weight loss goals. Contact us at TribecaMed today to request a virtual or in-office consultation with Dr. Shapiro.
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