Semaglutide reveals the real you – at the weight nature intended specifically for you. Studies have shown that Semaglutide results in 15 to 20 percent weight loss for most patients. This FDA-approved medication-assisted weight loss tool involves just a simple once-weekly injectable to effectively target problem weight gain or obesity. By regulating appetite and insulin, medical weight loss drugs like Semaglutide have changed the shape and scope of medical weight loss.
To learn more about Semaglutide - or any of the latest weight loss and medical treatment options we offer at Balanced Health & Wellness - contact us online or call ☎ (631) 600-7950 to schedule your initial consultation.
A medication used to address weight gain or obesity, Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that regulates insulin and appetite. Originally developed to treat Type 2 Diabetes, it is an extremely effective option for weight loss without the invasive procedures or diets often used.
At Balanced Health and Wellness, Dr. Rutman uses compounded Semaglutide – because it offers a lower cost than more expensive brand name options. Semaglutide works the same as other brand name Semaglutide weight loss drugs. Obtained without supply chain interruptions at a fraction of the cost you would pay for the brand name drugs containing Semaglutide, these compounded medications have an additional advantage. They can be formulated to your doctor’s precise specifications.
Compounded Semaglutide is produced in State Board of Pharmacy licensed sterile compounding pharmacies, or FDA 503(b) Outsourcing Facilities. We work with pharmacies licensed in all 50 states only using the highest quality ingredients.
Semaglutide works by delaying the digestive process. Providing a longer lasting feeling of fullness after eating is just one way it makes it so much easier for our patients to lose weight. Originally developed to address diabetes by stimulating insulin release and regulating blood glucose levels, Semaglutide proved so effective with weight loss, it eventually received FDA approval for obesity as well as diabetes.
By regulating appetite and insulin, these weight loss medications have been game changers. As GLP-1 stimulates the pancreas to reduce blood sugar levels, emptying of the stomach is slowed so people feel full longer. GLP-1 also works on hunger centers in the brain to prevent cravings. GLP-1 essentially tells the brain when the body is full. This can help patients feel full on less food and move food more slowly through the digestive tract. What does that do? It can make a world of difference, including:
Semaglutide is designed to treat weight gain and obesity, as well as Type 2 Diabetes. GLP-1 use is safe and effective for treatment of overweight and obese patients, specifically those with a BMI of 25 or higher.
Semaglutide has several potential benefits, including:
Semaglutide can help heart patients by reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from heart disease. It can also improve heart failure symptoms.
Semaglutide has an excellent safety profile. We will discuss all of your safety concerns at our first session, after looking at your medical history and any specific risk factors in your case, before proceeding with treatment.
However, if you have certain allergies (e.g., to stainless steel), have hemostatic (bleeding) dysfunction, anemia, cancer, or blood clotting disorders, all Injections may be contraindicated. Also, if you are pregnant or nursing or taking certain medications, we will also need to delay treatment. Semaglutide is also contraindicated if you have:
A Semaglutide injection, when performed in our offices, typically takes around 15 to 30 minutes and can be done during a lunch break. Your initial consultation may take longer as we will require extra time to complete your medical history. Most patients elect to administer their own shots at home, but monthly appointments are necessary to monitor your health and progress. Appointments can be conducted in person or via telemed options.
At your first session, we always take a medical history and review any medications, supplements or herbal medications you’re taking, as well as assess any particular allergies, contraindications or medical needs you may have. Your consultation can be in–person or a telemed consultation with our medical provider. You can book an in-office lab draw or walk into any Quest, or LabCorp near you for lab testing. All weight loss medications are taken weekly, with monthly follow-up consultations.
Most people experience little to no discomfort.
Results vary among individuals. You may see a difference in appetite the first day after treatment.
Again, results can vary, but most people need to keep taking Semaglutide to continue its effects.
At your initial consultation, we will take a full medical history and determine together with you if you would be a good candidate for these types of medical weight loss injections.
Let our program help you reach your desired body weight! With monthly follow ups with our providers, monthly body scans and 24/7 access to our staff, we will help you get to your goal weight. This program is highly monitored, and blood work is included in this treatment. We want this to be an easy and enjoyable journey with minimal to no side effects while maintaining healthy muscle mass.
For more questions about Semaglutide Weight Loss, speak with our experts today to see if this is the best treatment option for you. Call us at (631) 600-7950.
A Brooklyn, New York native, Dr. Rutman graduated with honors in biology from Binghamton University then pursued his medical education at New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in emergency medicine at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, where he excelled as chief resident and received recognition for his teaching abilities and patient care skills. He has been serving as an attending physician in emergency medicine for over 15 years at St Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson, New York, and other institutions.
As a member of the American College of Osteopathic Emergency Physicians and board certified by the American Board of Osteopathic Emergency Medicine, Dr. Rutman brings a wealth of knowledge to his work with his patients. Recognizing the importance of weight management and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in promoting overall health and wellness, Dr. Rutman has undergone specialized training to become an expert in both fields with the goal of helping each patient achieve the best possible health outcomes through an informed, healthy lifestyle.
Take the first step into a transformational Semaglutide Weight Loss journey today! Call ☎ (631) 600-7950 or contact us online for your first session.
