Weight Loss Program

What is a medical weight loss program?

A medical weight loss program is supervised by a medical professional specializing primarily in weight loss for individuals who have difficulty losing weight despite their efforts.

This program differs from other standard weight loss programs primarily because it’s a medical program, meaning it’s prescribed and monitored by a medical professional specializing in weight loss, like Melinda.

At The Women’s Centre, knowledgeable professionals use weight loss programs to help those having trouble controlling their eating habits, and cravings, and those who require medical assistance.

What are some of the benefits of a medical weight loss program?

A medical weight loss program is unique because you see medical professionals specializing in weight loss. They can properly evaluate you and prepare a customized program catered specifically to you based on your blood levels, family history, or medical history.

One of the benefits of being on a medical weight loss program is that your provider can prescribe or alter medication needed to treat any underlying disease or medical disorders if they deem it medically necessary.

Do you use medications for weight loss?

As part of your individualized medical weight loss program at The Women’s Centre, our providers might recommend the following:

Wegovy 

Wegovy is an injectable prescription medication for adults who carry excess weight (BMI ≥30) (BMI ≥27) and who also have weight-related medical problems to help them lose weight and keep it off. It should be used with increased physical activity and a reduced-calorie meal plan.

Semaglutide

Semaglutide is sold under the brand names Ozempic®, Rybelsus®, and Wegovy and is an antidiabetic medication used for treating type 2 diabetes. It’s also an anti-obesity medication and can be used for long-term weight management.

Within your customized weight loss program at The Women’s Centre, your provider can prepare an eating diet plan structured around how much you can eat and how many calories you need to burn to reach your weight loss goal and an exercise program that works alongside your schedule.

If necessary, prescribe medications, supplements, or vitamins to help support you so that you can achieve the results you always wanted.

To learn more about a medical weight loss program customized to your needs and lifestyle, contact the dedicated team at The Women’s Centre by phone or online to learn more.