Semaglutide is an injectable medication used for treating obesity and controlling high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes. It is also known by the brand names Ozempic and Wegovy. Semaglutide belongs to a class of drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists which help regulate blood sugar and appetite.
Benefits of semaglutide therapy include:
At New Beginnings HRT Clinic in Pittsford, we specialize in providing semaglutide shots and oversight for patients who wish to utilize this medication as part of a customized weight management or diabetes treatment plan.
To determine if a patient is a good candidate for semaglutide, we first perform lab tests to evaluate:
We also obtain a detailed history and perform a physical exam looking for contributing factors like:
Patients who qualify include those who:
Those with untreated type 2 diabetes can also benefit but may require combination therapy with other glucose-lowering medications.
The process of initiating semaglutide shots is quite simple. We have patients start with a low 0.25 mg weekly dose for one month to minimize side effects like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The dose can then be increased to 0.5 mg, and eventually to 1 mg or 2 mg weekly depending on the desired amount of weight loss.
Most patients will stay on treatment for 6 to 12 months though some use it long-term for weight maintenance. Bloodwork and follow-up visits occur every 3 months. We monitor and provide support for diet, nutrition, exercise, stress management and any other health goals throughout the course of therapy.
Some key things we recommend patients do before starting semaglutide include:
We’ve found implementing healthy habits in advance helps promote better outcomes with this medication.
There are many excellent reasons to consider using semaglutide for qualifying patients including:
With lifestyle support and medical oversight, most motivated patients see excellent results with semaglutide therapy in our clinic.
Semaglutide is structurally similar to a human hormone called GLP-1 that regulates appetite and food intake. When injected weekly, semaglutide mimics the effects of GLP-1 leading to reduced hunger, calorie intake, and weight loss in a novel way without negatively impacting nutrient absorption or causing hypoglycemia.
Since hormone imbalances can contribute to weight gain, part of our specialty involves checking for deficiencies in hormones like:
Detecting and correcting hormone abnormalities along with semaglutide shots gives patients an added advantage for fighting obesity. We personalize combination treatment plans to each patient’s unique needs.
While semaglutide promotes weight reduction and appetite suppression via its effects on the body, optimal results require adopting helpful lifestyle changes including:
We partner with patients to instill sustainable, holistic lifestyle habits that augment semaglutide’s pharmacological effects.
To assist patients with implementing exercise programs and healthy behaviors during treatment, we partner with exceptional local establishments like:
We also tap into the lovely local amenities Pittsford has to offer like walking trails along the Erie Canal, golf courses, shopping centers, and fabulous restaurants. Supporting a balanced lifestyle is key!
Since obesity and diabetes pose considerable health risks when left undiagnosed or untreated, our clinic emphasizes the value of early screening and appropriate intervention. Complications of excessive weight and hyperglycemia include:
Rectifying hormone deficiencies also carries meaningful benefits such as:
We educate patients that seeking timely evaluation and follow-up care is imperative, not elective. Early detection and treatment can help prevent significant morbidity related to obesity.
Our outstanding physicians and staff at New Beginnings HRT Clinic specialize in supervised semaglutide therapy to assist qualifying patients with achieving meaningful weight loss and reducing obesity-related health risks. We couple medication management with lifestyle guidance and hormone optimization tailored to each person’s needs.
If you struggle with obesity or diabetes and want to learn more about how our individualized programs incorporating semaglutide may help get your health on track, contact us today to schedule a consultation. Our entire team looks forward to working with you!
