Medical Weight Loss

Name: Medical Weight Loss Program
Brand: Portland Plastic Surgery Group

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor) agonist medications, meaning they mimic the GLP-1 hormone which is released in the body in response to eating to reduce glucose.

What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist, meaning it mimics the GLP-1 hormone which is released in the body in response to eating to reduce glucose. Originally developed for treating diabetic patients, researchers found that it played a significant role in helping patients lose weight as it decreases appetite and reduces food intake.

How Do Semaglutide & Tirzepatide Help With Weight Loss?

These medications target the area in the brain which regulates appetite and prompts the body to produce more insulin, which reduces blood sugar. They also slow emptying from the stomach to keep you fuller longer. Many patients develop better long-term dietary habits while on it as it helps them get better at regulating appetite and cravings.

How Does This Medical Weight Loss Program Work?

This weight loss program requires a once-weekly injection which you can easily give to yourself at home. At your consultation, we will discuss your weight loss goals and medical history to determine if semaglutide is right for you. We will also order lab work for a more comprehensive view of your medical profile. Each month we'll do a quick follow-up visit and we’ll adjust your dosage accordingly, if needed.

How Much Weight Can You Lose?

According to one clinical trial, most patients lost 10-15% or more of body weight by week 68. No two bodies are the same, therefore everyone’s body reacts differently to the medication. This is why we take the time during your consultation to discuss your goals and monitor your progress on a monthly basis.

Is The "Skinny Shot" Right For Me?

Generally speaking, to qualify for and benefit from this medical weight loss program, you:

Want to improve your overall health and lose weight
Are overweight or obese but in overall good health
May want to reach your ideal body weight before specific procedures such as tummy tuck or liposuction
You or any of your immediate family members DO NOT have a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma
You do not have any underlying pancreatic or gallbladder issues
Have realistic expectations and understand this treatment promotes best results when combined with lifestyle changes
Do not have poor kidney function
Do not have an endocrine system condition called multiple endocrine neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2)

Are Weight Loss Injections Safe?

Numerous clinical trials demonstrate the safety and efficacy of semaglutide and/or tirzepatide for weight loss. The most common side effects are nausea, fatigue, or stomach issues such as vomiting or diarrhea. During clinical trials, rare adverse events included gastrointestinal and gallbladder-related issues.

How Much Do Semaglutide and Tirzepatide Cost?

At MD Beauty Lab and Portland Plastic Surgery Group, the cost of semaglutide is $499 for a 4 week supply. The cost of tirzepatide is $699 for 4 week supply.

Semaglutide and Tirzepatide at Portland Plastic Surgery Group

This medical weight loss program allows us to comprehensively support you throughout every point of your body transformation journey, from weight loss to body contouring and a variety of approaches to treating the excess skin that is an inevitable result of weight loss.

While in the past we sometimes asked people who were above the recommended BMI range to return for surgery upon reaching their ideal weight, today we can confidently support that weight loss journey. At Portland Plastic Surgery Group, our commitment to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals is not limited to cosmetic procedures.

As safety is our #1 priority, we also help patients achieve a safe BMI before recommending body contouring procedures. As plastic surgery procedures such as tummy tucks and liposuction do not address visceral or internal fat, semaglutide decreases this fat to prepare you for surgery. Diet and exercise alone don’t work quickly enough for everyone, and semaglutide opens doors for people to predictably lose weight and move on to safely achieve their aesthetic goals much sooner.

Medication in combination with plastic surgery can create powerful transformations that leave a massive impact on your confidence and overall health.

Scheduling A Consultation

Contact us to schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and find out if semaglutide or tirzepatide is the right weight management treatment for you.