WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
The CDC defines an adult with a body mass index (BMI) of 25.0 to 29.9 as OVERWEIGHT and a BMI over 30 as OBESE. The obesity rate in the United States has skyrocketed in the last 50 years from 23% (¼ of adult Americans) in 1962 to 42.4% in their most up to date statistics in 2017-8. Numerous studies have identified contributing factors to these horrific statistics, including overconsumption of processed foods and insufficient exercise which has led to an epidemic of obesity.
Armed with this scientific information, Dr. Sandler has developed a TEAM APPROACH to weight management which includes:
- Extensive blood work to rule out thyroid disease and other disease processes
- Balance female and male hormones – it is often essential that this be done before we can address your slow metabolism.
- Incorporate reduced carbohydrate diet
- Exercise – don’t be frightened of this! If you don’t move, your metabolism will slow down. This can be as simple as monitoring your steps daily, setting goals, and being accountable!
- Accountability – YOU are the most important part of the team. Initially, you will be seen every 1-2 months to monitor your vital signs, weight, and progress.
- Optional Medication – physician supervised, clinically proven, safe medications can be used with close follow up including:
- GLP 1 agonist medications – If your insurance does not cover a prescription for Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, Dr. Sandler has incorporated the use of compounded versions of these medications that are sourced only by federally monitored 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies. This can lower the cost of these very effective medications from over $1000.00 a month!
- Prescription medications including appetite suppressants
- For a quick start, based upon availability, Dr. Sandler may offer you a short term course of hcg injections paired with a very low calorie diet (40 day treatment.)