Semaglutide
in Beverly Hills, CA
Break Down the Barriers to Early Weight Loss
Why Choose Nazarian Plastic Surgery for Semaglutide?
At Nazarian Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, we understand the physical challenges of chronic weight management, plus the emotional toll of struggling to lose weight without success. Dr. Sheila Nazarian is a board-certified plastic surgeon whose transformative approach to patient care can be seen on her Emmy-nominated Netflix series Skin Decision. Our entire team is committed to providing treatments that work for you. We offer Tizepatide and Semaglutide as a safe and effective tool to help you achieve your weight loss goals for a healthier, more confident future. Dr. Nazarian will develop a personalized treatment plan to maximize your results and guide you throughout your weight loss journey.
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Semaglutide at a Glance
- FDA-approved weight loss medication
- Promotes satiety and reduces appetite
- Regulates blood sugar
- Can be combined with a healthy diet and exercise plan for lasting results
Medical Guidance for Weight Loss That Works
What Is Semaglutide?
Semaglutide was developed as a diabetes medication and more recently received FDA approval to help overweight and obese patients lose weight. It works by mimicking a natural gut hormone called GLP-1, which helps regulate appetite and blood sugar levels. By stimulating GLP-1 receptors, semaglutide promotes feelings of fullness and satisfaction, leading to reduced calorie intake. Additionally, it can slow down the digestion process, further contributing to weight management. When administered under careful medical guidance and monitoring, it offers a safe and effective way to support your weight loss goals.
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A Holistic Approach to Chronic Weight Management
What Is Semaglutide Treatment Like?
Semaglutide is highly effective at helping our overweight and obese patients lose weight. However, it must be coupled with healthy habits to provide lasting results on your weight loss journey. Dr. Sheila Nazarian and her team provide the foundation for long-term success with comprehensive nutrition and fitness planning, providing the tools and motivation to help you achieve your goals.
Semaglutide injection protocol. Semaglutide injections are administered weekly, ensuring a consistent release for maximal weight loss benefits.
Tailored nutrition plan. Collaborate with our team to devise a personalized diet regimen for lasting weight management and better health.
Customized exercise guidance. Our team offers tailored workout recommendations aligned with your fitness level and preferences, helping you live a more active lifestyle that you actually enjoy.
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Benefits of Semaglutide
Significant and Enduring Weight Loss
Clinical research1 has shown that semaglutide injections can help patients achieve an average weight loss of up to 15 percent or more of their body weight. This significant reduction in body weight enhances your overall physical health and provides forward momentum on your path to a more healthy, active lifestyle.
Enhanced blood sugar regulation. By influencing insulin production, semaglutide facilitates improved blood sugar control. This is especially beneficial for patients struggling with blood sugar management or prediabetes.
Craving control and emotional eating management. Through its regulation of appetite hormones, semaglutide assists in curbing cravings and managing emotional eating tendencies, fostering healthier eating habits for sustainable weight management.
A non-invasive alternative. For many patients, semaglutide offers a safe and effective alternative to weight loss surgery. It presents a less intrusive pathway towards achieving their health objectives, empowering individuals to pursue their goals with confidence.
Convenient and efficient. Semaglutide is injected once a week in the comfort of your own home through a small gauged needle that is painless and quick.
Embrace a Healthier Future
Am I a Candidate for Semaglutide?
Semaglutide may be a good treatment option for the following candidates:
- You are struggling to lose weight with diet and exercise alone.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher (obese) or 27 or higher (overweight) with a weight-related health condition.
- You are generally healthy and have no major medical conditions.During a consultation, Dr. Nazarian will discuss your weight loss goals, medical history, and current medications to determine if semaglutide is right for you.
Semaglutide is not suitable for everyone. Here are some conditions that might preclude candidacy for semaglutide injections:
- A history of certain serious allergic reactions to semaglutide or its ingredients.
- Certain uncontrolled endocrine tumors like MTC (Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN).
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding, as semaglutide's effects on unborn babies and breastfed infants are unknown.
- Severe liver or kidney disease.
- Thyroid cancer
Real Progress for an Improved Quality of Life
Semaglutide Results
You may begin to see initial weight loss within a few weeks of starting semaglutide injections. However, it typically takes three to six months to see optimal weight loss results. Adopting healthy eating habits and a regular exercise routine is essential to maintaining your weight loss. Many patients find that losing weight provides excellent motivation for embracing a more active lifestyle.
Semaglutide
Frequently Asked Questions
Semaglutide is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a medication for weight loss when administered and monitored by a medical professional. Dr. Nazarian will regularly check your weight loss progress, adjust your dosage if needed, and provide motivation and support as you build healthy habits for long-term weight management.
Studies show an average weight loss of 10 to 15 percent of body weight.
You may see initial results within weeks of your first semaglutide injection for chronic weight management, but the full effects take three to six months to manifest.
Weight regain is possible if you don't maintain healthy lifestyle changes.
It's important to disclose all medications you are taking to Dr. Nazarian during your consultation.
Weight loss medications like semaglutide can cause (typically mild) side effects in some patients. Patients taking semaglutide may experience stomach issues, including nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain, or bloating. Headache, fatigue, dry mouth, dizziness, and gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea, constipation, and gassiness have also been documented.
You will not be able to take semaglutide if you have a history of medullary thyroid cancer, gallbladder disease, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) or pancreatitis, or if you experience an unusual or allergic reaction to the medication. Semaglutide should be taken as part of a comprehensive reduced-calorie diet and exercise program for best results. Dr. Nazarian will thoroughly review your medical history to ensure that semaglutide is safe for you.
