Weight Loss Medications vs Surgical Options
Average weight loss with the Gastric sleeve is 65% of someone’s EXCESS body weight at 2 years. Average weight loss with anti-Obesity medication is anywhere from 5-15% of someone’s TOTAL body weight at 1 year.…
Read MoreNew Weight Loss Drug Approved!
Zepbound (tirzepatide) The FDA has approved a new weight loss medication called Zepbound. It is very similar to Mounjaro in its mechanisms of action, however Mounjaro is approved for diabetes management whereas Zepbound is approved…
Read MoreWegovy and Saxenda Availability
With the increasing demand for both Saxenda and Wegovy injections for weight loss, availability for these medications has decreased. Both Saxenda and Wegovy are currently listed on the FDAs drug shortage database and the projected…
Read MoreSummertime Hydration
As the temperature outside continues to increase it is important to start thinking about the need to increase fluid intake to prevent dehydration. What is dehydration? “Dehydration” is a term often used by individuals to…
Read MoreRisks of Compounding Semaglutide
Pharmacies or clinics that offer compounded medications do so by combining, mixing, or altering ingredients to create a medication tailored to an individual patient. The process of compounding a medication combines two or more drugs.…
Read MoreRed, White, and Blue Treats for Independence Day
The Fourth of July showcases the colors of the American flag, which is also conveniently the best time of year for most red, white, and blue fruits! It’s important to try to have a variety…
Read MoreSummer BBQ Tips After Weight Loss Surgery
It’s time for some summer fun! There are many reasons over the summer to celebrate and have fun with friends and family. Just to be able to get out and enjoy the warmer weather, have…
Read MoreTax Benefits of Self-Paying for Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss surgery has so many health benefits for our patients, but what you may not realize is that there are pronounced tax benefits for patients who self-pay for their bariatric surgery. At St. Louis…
Read MoreDifferences Between Wegovy and Mounjaro
Wegovy is a GLP-1 receptor agonists and a Brand name for the drug known as Semaglutide. It helps with weight loss by mirroring the function of GLP-1 (glucagon-like-peptide-1), a hormone that is naturally occurring in…
Read MoreNSAIDS after Bariatric Surgery
What are NSAIDs? Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, frequently referred to as NSAIDs are medications that are used to relieve pain. Examples of NSAIDs include Aspirin (Excedrin) Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Naproxen (Aleve) Meloxicam Celebrex Diclofenac Is it…
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