Our medical managed weight loss packages are customized to your specific body needs. At Dardur Medical Group we use a combination of FDA-approved weight loss medications that can be helpful with not only increasing both speed and amount of weight loss, but also with reducing the sensation of hunger. Weight loss medications are not a substitute for a good diet and exercise program – they are designed to complement the behavioral program.
For most individuals, medications are very safe options that can be added to any of our medically monitored weight loss programs. The medications that we prescribe are generally well tolerated with few side effects. All weight loss medications work much better in combination with a healthy diet and exercise to achieve the desired results.
Before discussing what it is, it probably makes sense to start with what it is not. Medical weight loss is not surgery. It is physician-directed weight management based on medical scientific principles that target the root causes of obesity and weight gain to achieve and sustain a healthy weight.
There are two primary differences you will find compared to other weight loss programs. First, our program is physician-supervised. We can treat your weight within the context of your total health profile. Because of this they have tools and resources that other programs do not, such as the ability to adjust medications hindering your weight loss progress. Second, our program does not focus on just one aspect of weight loss. We take a comprehensive, holistic approach that includes food, exercise, and behavioral modification. Weight loss and weight maintenance is a way of life. Our doctors understand this and will be there to support you every step of the way in achieving your goals.
There is no requirement for exercise, but research consistently shows that exercise increases the likelihood of maintaining a healthy weight. Should you decide to pursue an exercise routine, with your doctor’s permission, the program will offer activity recommendations based on your body composition and physical abilities.