Patient safety is our very top priority and something we take very seriously. There has been some buzz around this weight loss solution, so let’s talk it out!

Our patients know we are committed to offering the latest, most valuable surgical and non-surgical cosmetic treatment options. Sometimes, though, it’s wiser to be a slow adopter – especially when safety is in question. And that’s the case with Semaglutide, commonly known by its brand name. We are now starting to prescribe this medication, and we want you to know the facts.

Why didn’t we just jump on the bandwagon when Semaglutide first hit the news? Brand names of this product have been widely publicized as the Next Best Thing for weight loss. But are they? We place our patients’ health above all else. That’s more important than rushing to offer something that may be popular but may not be a healthy choice.

So we waited to learn more about the drug, especially to learn the results of studies that offered long-term data about its efficacy and side effects.

This product was originally developed as a medication to help Type 2 diabetes patients control their weight, something diabetics often struggle with. But what happens to non-diabetics when they take it? You can lose fat, but some studies and anecdotal reports indicate you’ll gain it back if you stop taking the drug. And then there’s the question about other potential negative effects. For example, it has already been reported that the brand name of this drug can cause loss of muscle or bone density.