Next Level Healthcare is now offering a safe, FDA approved weight loss aid with Semaglutide injections. Semaglutide (brand name Wegovy), is an FDA-approved medication for adult weight management. It is the first drug of its kind approved for this purpose. Semaglutide mimics a hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), which regulates food intake and appetite. Our program will allow you to work with the Nurse Practitioner, not only with the injections, but also with routine consultations on your overall health to help you reach your weight loss goals. Begin your long-term weight loss journey with our most popular Semaglutide program.
If you've tried various diets and exercise routines but are still struggling to lose weight, Semaglutide treatments could be the answer. With this new weight management treatment available at Next Level Healthcare, you may finally break free from those extra stubborn pounds, reduce the weight, and keep it off.
**Semaglutide cannot be prescribed to anyone with the following: BMI under 27, eating disorders, Gallbladder Disease, Drug or Alcohol Abuse, Recent Bariatric Surgery, Pancreatitis, Medullary Thyroid Cancer, Currently pregnant/ breastfeeding/ planning to become pregnant, Diabetic Retinopathy, Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2, Family History of Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
INITIAL CONSULTATION
Before beginning treatment with Semaglutide injections, you must attend an initial consultation appointment to determine whether you are a candidate for Semaglutide. A thorough medical history, family history, and medication list will be reviewed. Patients with lab work completed within the last three months may bring it in for review. If you’ve started any new medications since your last labs, they’ll have to be tested again. CBC, CMP, and TSH must all be present. If the Nurse Practitioner believes you are a good candidate, the first injection can be administered at this time. If you don’t have recent lab results, you’ll be sent to the lab with orders, and the first injection won't be administered until the lab results arrive and you will be scheduled to return in one week for your first injection after your consultation.
*Appointments are required in order to best serve our patients.
LAB RESULTS
Once lab results are received, we’ll call you to review. Results may take a few days.
WEEKLY INJECTIONS
You will return weekly on the same day for subsequent injections.
*Please note that this program comes with B12 shots included every 2 weeks. Due to not having much appetite some people may feel low energy levels. B12 is known to increase energy levels and also helps burn fat into energy. This is optional but make a note that is available to you at no additional cost.
MONTHLY EVALUATIONS
Each month, you will be weighed in and evaluated. If you are continuing to lose weight, the Nurse Practitioner will determine if it is time to go up on your dose.
MEASURE SUCCESS INSIDE & OUT
Your labs may be repeated at 3 months if determined necessary by the Nurse Practitioner.
ACCOUNTABILITY
This program also includes access to meal plans, recipes, shopping lists, and other helpful resources.
Patients can expect their Provider to increase the medication dose gradually over 16-20 weeks. The average weight loss is 15% of one’s body weight. If you decide to go forward with Semaglutide, committing to at least 3 months of treatment is imperative to see results. You will get weekly injections under the skin, and the Nurse Practitioner will monitor your progress. Please be advised that semaglutide is dose-dependent upon the duration of use; meaning the longer you use it, the higher your dose will be, and the max dose is 2.4 mg a week. Therefore, the price will increase as your dose is adjusted and increased. Be prepared to make regular visits as part of your treatment plan. If you miss 14 consecutive days, without an injection, you will need to restart at the starting dose (0.25 mg).
Monthly Packages: Prices listed include all 4 injections for the month.
Starting Dose
Step-up Dosing
At Next Level Healthcare, we focus on health and wellness, and want you to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way. Throughout our semaglutide weight loss program, the Nurse Practitioner will work with you on diet and exercise recommendations that will produce long-term health benefits and results. Ultimately, this will help you maintain your weight loss when you reach your goal weight and eventually stop the medication.
Please reach us at support@nextlevel-healthcare.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
Semaglutide is a safe, FDA approved prescription weight loss aid. Semaglutide was originally created to treat patients with diabetes, however, a secondary application was later found as a medicine used for weight loss, to lower blood sugar levels, and to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events. Semaglutide works by increasing insulin release, lowering the amount of glucagon released, delaying gastric emptying, and reducing appetite.
We receive our Semaglutide from a 503B Pharmacy
It typically takes about two weeks for Semaglutide to start working in the body. While taking Semaglutide, some people begin to see results within the first eight weeks, but most begin to see results within 12 weeks. Lifestyle changes can impact this timeframe.
Most patients experience few side effects while in the program, which are considered mild and improve over time. Some common side effects of include:
Fortunately, patients can lessen or prevent these side effects by paying attention to what they eat. Fatty, fast, fried and foods high in sugar are most likely to cause nausea while taking Semaglutide. Dr. Raman recommends that her Semaglutide patients consider the following tips:
Your health care provider will work with you on the appropriate dose for your health and body needs. We’re open 6 days a week, so do not ever hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns!
You will return weekly on the same day of the week for your Semaglutide injections. This allows us to provide wellness checks, open a consistent line of communication with you, and help you stay on track with your weight loss goals.
Next Level Healthcare does not currently accept insurance for Semaglutide injections.
Next Level Healthcare requires that you be 18 years or older and have a BMI of 27 or higher to join our Semaglutide Medical Weight Loss Program.
There is not a "special" diet that must be followed while taking Semaglutide. However, it’s important to remember, for any weight loss medication, pairing it with a well-balanced diet is critical.
Eating a healthy, balanced diet while on the Semaglutide weight loss program will accelerate your results and ensure you get the maximum benefit from the treatment. A balanced diet should consist of all the major food groups including:
In addition, reducing your intake of sugar and processed foods is advisable when taking Semaglutide.
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