Medically Assisted Weight Loss Oklahoma City & Edmond

Recently approved by the FDA for treating type-2 diabetes, there is a new medication that can help facilitate weight loss. Patients with obesity can now rely on this medically assisted weight loss as a means of helping them reach their weight loss goals and live healthier, happier lives.

What is this Medically Assisted Weight Loss?

This is a dual receptor agonist. GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists target hormones that impact the digestive system. While GLP-1 receptor agonists increase insulin production, GIP receptor agonists increase insulin sensitivity.

It is the first medication of its type and comes as a weekly injection. This modifies the body’s insulin levels, blood sugar levels, and the hormones that control hunger.

What are the Benefits?

It can promote weight loss in two ways:

It communicates to the brain that the patient is complete, making them feel less hungry
It slows down the movement of food through the stomach, meaning that the patient feels full for a more extended period

Over the past year, this medically assisted weight loss, has attracted much attention for its ability to achieve dramatic weight loss results. One clinical trial found that participants lost 20% of their body weight after only 16 months of being on this program.

Who is a candidate?

As an FDA-approved treatment, It is safe for most healthy adults. Those who are struggling with issues such as obesity, diabetes, or high blood pressure are generally considered to be good candidates. That said, it is often recommended that these patients have a body mass index of at least 30 or higher. We follow these BMI stipulations as they ensure the safety of our patients.

How much does this cost?

As a new drug on the market, the medically assisted weight loss can be a bit expensive. Generally speaking, the price can range from $900 to $1,100. That said, those who sign up for monthly treatments may be able to get their injections at a cheaper rate. Patients interested in the treatment can contact us to schedule a consultation and learn more about the costs.

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What are the Side Effects?

As with most treatments, some patients will experience side effects when taking this medically assisted weight loss. Some of these may include:

Nausea
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Vomiting
Constipation
Digestion issues
Abdominal cramps

Patients who experience any of these side effects during their treatment should contact the team at Highwater Aesthetics immediately.

Why Choose Highwater Aesthetics?

At Highwater Aesthetics, Dr. Amanda Satterwhite oversees all treatment plans to ensure patients get the best care possible. Her extensive expertise and skill are what enable her to achieve remarkable results.

Beyond their commitments to cosmetic excellence, Dr. Satterwhite and the team at Highwater Aesthetics prioritize client satisfaction and communication. We strive to create an environment of trust, safety, and transparency, paramount for those endeavoring to achieve transformative weight loss.

We establish strong connections with our patients early on during the consultation process and continue to provide support throughout the treatment. We take note of all client feedback to ensure that we provide them service up to our high standards. At Highwater Aesthetics, our patients are treated like family. We have a vested interest in their quality of life.