FAQ
We know that there are many questions pertaining to hormone therapy and medical weight loss treatments. Let us ease your mind with some answers!
General
Yes, you can walk into the clinic, but the majority of our patients and consultations are scheduled with an appointment. There may be the opportunity for immediate services, but worst case, we will get acquainted and schedule your next visit!
This time will be spent learning exactly where you are in your journey and what the best solution is for your goals!
We ask that you arrive 15 minutes early to guarantee that we have all of the information we need. You may be asked to fill out additional forms or provide further information at the time of your consult.
Please bring your photo ID and a list of all prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and supplements (vitamins, etc.) that you are taking.
The cost of our weight loss programs and hormone therapy programs varies depending on the medical strategies used and the amount of time on each program. Fees will also vary depending on necessary diagnostic testing. This will be formally discussed at your consultation.
We accept all major credit cards for any amount that is due.
Weight Loss
Every day, the brain receives signals from different places in the body. Some of these signals, called appetite hormones, help regulate your food intake.
GLP-1 is a once-a-week injection that works by mimicking these hormones that target areas of the brain involved in regulating appetite and food intake. This can help you eat less, and lead to weight loss.
GLP-1 can be used in patients to Jump Start their weigth loss journey. Formulated for BMI and for Weight Loss.
GLP-1 is for (BMI ≥30) or overweight (excess weight) (BMI ≥27) who also have weight-related medical problems to help them lose weight and keep it off.
Patients with the following conditions should not use GLP-1 Injections:
- Pancreatitis
- Thyroid Cancer
- Kidney Disease
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Gastric Bypass/Lap-Band
- History of delayed Gastric emptying
- Pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant / breastfeeding.
GLP-1& GIP injections are most often used to treat type 2 diabetes. They can be used together along with diet and exercise to help control blood sugar.
GLP-1 & GIP is a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.
Hormone Therapy
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a way to keep your body's hormone levels balanced for optimal health.
Typically, as you age, your body fails to produce sufficient quantities of the hormones that it needs to function as it did in your "prime" years. HRT helps replace those hormones to optimal levels.
Not even close. The amount of testosterone you need to take is clinically determined by our medical directors, based on your lab results, to have your testosterone levels at a safe and healthy measurement within medical practice guidelines.
Both estrogen and progesterone therapy to help women find relief from menopausal symptoms.
Testosterone therapy to help men and women achieve safe and optimal levels to maximize their physical and mental performance.
Many do not realize how important testosterone is in women. Women with optimal levels of testosterone perform better at pretty much any task, physical or mental.
It helps with muscle and bone strength, mood, confidence, motivation, energy, memory, fertility, and metabolism.
Have more questions? Visit our contact us page and let us help you!