Medically Supervised Weight Loss Program
Our program is not chat based! We offer face to face video consultations with an experienced licensed healthcare practitioner - to better support you, allowing you to ask your questions in real time!
How Our Program Works:
Step 1. Fill out an intake questionnaire
We need to determine if you meet certain criteria to be eligible for our program. Once you complete this questionnaire and meet all the requirements we can move on to the next step
Step 2. Complete the Necessary Blood Tests
Our program offers various treatment options. We need to do some blood tests to ensure that you can safely participate in our program
Step 3. Initial Video Consultation (face to face) with one of our nurse practitioners
- During this consultation, our nurse practitioner will review all the information you provided and based on a discussion with you they will determine the appropriate treatment plan.
- This includes discussing healthy lifestyle changes like exercise and diet plans. In some cases they may recommend medications (see below for more information)
- During this consultation, you will be able to ask any questions you have
Step 4. Follow up Video Consultations
Follow-ups are every 3 months for the first 6-12 months, and include requisitions for follow up lab work if needed, video consultation with a licensed healthcare practitioner, and prescription renewal or adjustments (if needed)
Understanding Weight Loss: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Obesity
Obesity is a chronic health condition associated with having excess body fat and is a leading cause of serious health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, arthritis and cancer.
Weight gain and difficulty losing weight is due to a combination of factors, such as genetics, diet, lifestyle habits, and even certain medical conditions or medications.
Weight Loss Medications for Obesity
As per the current guidelines, weight loss medications are approved for use in people with a BMI above 30 (obese), or those with a BMI above 27 (overweight) that also have at least one diagnosed weight related condition (high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, or high cholesterol/hyperlipidemia).
Medications for weight loss are meant to be used and combined with lifestyle modification (exercise and a healthy balanced diet).
If an individual does not make lifestyle changes, the results will typically be limited, and there will be a higher chance of regaining the weight.
How Weight Loss Medications Work
Medications used for weight loss (GLP-1 receptor agonists) stimulate the secretion of insulin (regulates blood sugar levels), suppress a hormone called glucagon (which can reduce hunger), and increase feelings of fullness (by delaying the emptying of the stomach).
Long Term Success
Long term lifestyle changes can lead to sustained weight loss and improvements in overall metabolic health. It is often useful to work with a nutritionist, kinesiologist or physical trainer, or psychologist, depending on your individual needs.