Medical Weight Loss

It’s no secret that losing weight is one of the best things you can do for your health, but you’re not alone if you find weight loss challenging. At El Cajon Weight Clinic in El Cajon, California, James Joachim, MD, and the rest of the staff offer medical weight loss programs tailored to patients’ needs. With their help, you can lose weight safely and keep it off for good. To learn more about personalized medical weight loss, call El Cajon Weight Clinic or schedule a consultation online today. 

What is medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss provides a science-based approach to weight management supervised by healthcare professionals.

Instead of relying only on diet and exercise, medical weight loss focuses on treating underlying health issues that make weight loss difficult. This may include hormone therapy, prescription medications, or supplements that support metabolism, reduce appetite, and improve energy levels.

What treatments does medical weight loss use?

El Cajon Weight Clinic uses various treatments to support weight loss, including:

Appetite Suppressants

Appetite suppressants are an essential tool in medical weight loss, helping to reduce hunger and control cravings, making it easier to stick to a calorie-controlled diet. When prescribed and monitored by a medical professional, these medications can enhance weight loss efforts by promoting long-term behavioral changes and supporting metabolic health.

Vitamin B-12

Vitamin B-12 supports medical weight loss by boosting energy levels and metabolism, which can aid in fat burning and overall vitality. While it doesn’t directly cause weight loss, B-12 injections or supplements help individuals with deficiencies maintain the energy needed for physical activity and a balanced diet.

Vitamin B-6

Vitamin B-6 contributes to medical weight loss by supporting metabolism and aiding in the breakdown of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates for energy production. Additionally, it plays a role in mood regulation and helps reduce water retention, both of which can support healthy weight management.

Lipotropic Supplements

Lipotropic supplements assist in medical weight loss by promoting fat breakdown and metabolism in the liver, helping the body convert fat into energy more efficiently. Typically containing ingredients like methionine, inositol, and choline, these supplements can enhance fat loss when paired with a healthy diet and regular exercise.

Semaglutide

Semaglutide (Wegovy®, Ozempic®) mimics a hormone in the body that controls appetite and blood sugar levels. It helps people feel full longer, reduces cravings, and slows digestion, leading to significant weight loss.

Sermorelin

Sermorelin stimulates the body’s natural production of human growth hormone (HGH). HGH plays a significant role in metabolism, fat burning, and muscle growth. Increasing HGH levels with sermorelin therapy can boost energy, improve metabolism, and promote fat loss, especially in people who struggle with slow metabolism.

Tirzepatide

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) targets two hunger-regulating hormones (GLP-1 and GIP). It reduces appetite, improves metabolism, and helps the body burn fat more efficiently.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

HRT helps women going through menopause. As estrogen and progesterone levels decline, many women experience weight gain, especially around the belly. HRT can help restore balance, improve metabolism, reduce fat storage, and boost energy levels, making it easier to lose weight.

Men’s testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)

Just like women, men experience hormonal changes with age, leading to low testosterone levels (also called low T). Low testosterone can cause weight gain, muscle loss, and fatigue. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) helps increase metabolism, improve muscle mass, and reduce belly fat, making weight loss more manageable.

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD)

NAD is a molecule with a crucial role in energy production and metabolism. As we age, NAD levels decline, leading to slower metabolism and weight gain. Boosting NAD levels improves fat burning, increases energy, and supports healthy aging. It also improves muscle function, making workouts more effective.

Phentermine

Phentermine, a stimulant-based appetite suppressant, works by affecting neurotransmitters in the brain to curb hunger, making it easier to maintain a calorie-restricted diet.

Which medical weight loss option is right for me?

The best treatment depends on your health history, hormone levels, metabolism, and weight loss goals. Some people benefit from hormone therapy, while others see the best results with medications.

El Cajon Weight Clinic evaluates your needs and creates a personalized plan to help you achieve your weight loss goals. Call the office or request an appointment online today.