Weight Loss Program in Dallas, TX
If you struggle with your weight despite trying every diet and exercise plan out there, it can take a toll on both your body and your mental health. However, you’re not alone. The truth is that over 75% of Americans are overweight or obese, and besides dealing with the confidence and self-esteem issues that come with that, you may also experience an increase in health concerns.
At WOW Cosmetic Surgery, we want our patients to look WOW, feel WOW, and be WOW! That’s why we now offer a medically supervised weight loss program—so you can look and feel beautiful from the inside out.
What Is WOW's Weight Loss Program?
For those who have tried to lose weight using various methods and are frustrated by less-than-positive outcomes, WOW’s weight loss program is designed to help you find fantastic results where other programs have failed. The combination of proven successful, doctor-prescribed weight loss medications along with supervised and healthy lifestyle changes can help you finally realize your dream of a slimmer, more confident you.
Our weight loss program utilizes tirzepatide injections compounded with B12, and lipotropic shots. These two medications can be used alone or together according to your specific needs and treatment plan.
Benefits of a Weight Loss Program
Besides improving your self-esteem and confidence in your appearance, WOW’s weight loss program can boost other aspects of your health. Studies show that overweight or obese patients who lose as little as five percent of their total body weight can:
- Reduce their risk of heart disease
- Lower their blood sugar and lessen their risk of developing diabetes
- Ease the pressure on their joints
WOW’s weight loss program is also a good option for patients who are not ideal candidates for liposuction or abdominoplasty because of their high BMI. WOW’s program can help you lose the necessary weight before undergoing your desired cosmetic procedure, ensuring a safer surgery and optimal results.
Am I a Candidate for a Weight Loss Program?
Candidates for the WOW weight loss program are in overall good health but typically have a body mass index (BMI) of 25–30 (considered overweight) or higher. They may also have a BMI under 30 but have coexisting health concerns related to excess weight, including pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.
Ideal candidates should be ready to commit to following a specialized program, with the understanding that losing weight and maintaining that weight loss requires permanent changes or modifications to eating and exercise habits.
Patients with diabetes will be referred to their primary care physician for appropriate treatment of their diabetes rather than participating in WOW’s program.
How Does WOW’s Weight Loss Program Work?
When you come in for your initial consultation, you will meet with Dr. Patel or his nurse practitioner to determine if you’re a good candidate for WOW’s weight loss program. During your appointment, we will go over your medical history and current health status, including:
- Medical conditions or concerns
- Surgical history
- Current and past medications
We will also discuss your experience with weight loss, including what types of programs or diets you may have tried, which ones helped you get closer to your goals, and barriers to your success. Finally, we will talk with you about your weight loss goals, nutrition, and exercise habits.
Once you decide to move forward with the weight loss program, you will get basic blood labs to establish baseline health measurements. We will review the weight loss medications we use in the program and their potential side effects.
The weight loss medications used in the WOW weight management program are injected, so during your initial visit, we will instruct you on how to self-inject your first dose. We understand that not everyone is comfortable with self-injections, so we welcome those patients to come to the office for weekly injections by one of our trained staff.
If you are self-injecting your weight loss medications, we will send you home with enough prefilled syringes and other necessary supplies to complete the first month of your program. You will start on a low dose of weight loss medication, which is increased or maintained according to your tolerance for the medication and your results.
You will attend follow-up appointments monthly to track your progress and make necessary adjustments, as well as to provide you with the next set of injections.
What Are My Weight Loss Program Options?
The weight loss program at WOW Cosmetic Surgery offers a few options.
Tirzepatide is a medication that mimics a hormone in your gut that is responsible for regulating blood sugar. This medication also helps signal your brain that you’re full, delays emptying of your stomach so you stay fuller for longer, and slows the progress of waste through your intestines, all of which help decrease your appetite.
B12 is a vitamin that helps with several essential body functions, like converting food into energy, increasing your metabolism, and helping to regulate your appetite.
Lipotropic injections contain a combination of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids injected into your body to help increase your body’s fat metabolism, thereby helping with weight loss. The ingredients in WOW’s lipotropic injections include:
- Methionine, which helps break down fat molecules
- Inositol, which helps improve insulin resistance
- Choline, which is an amino acid that helps metabolize fat
- Vitamins B1, B2, B6, and B12, which help convert food into energy and increases energy and metabolism
- Carnitine, an amino acid that helps convert fat into energy
- Lidocaine, to reduce discomfort from the injection
Both the tirzepatide and lipotropic injections are taken once a week and can be used alone or in combination, depending on your specific needs.
What Results Will I See From My Weight Loss Program?
Dr. Patel recommends that patients consider a three-month commitment to the weight loss program; however, everyone is different, so a month-to-month commitment might work better for you. Patients often lose about one to three pounds per week in the program’s initial month(s), and studies have shown that you can lose between 16–25% of your starting weight on tirzepatide.
Once you’ve reached your weight loss goals, you will continue on a maintenance dose until your body has adjusted to its new weight and your healthy habits are firmly in place. There is typically some weight gain once regular injections are stopped, but you will still see a significant change from when you began the program.
Why Should I Choose WOW Cosmetic Surgery for Weight Loss?
At WOW Cosmetic Surgery, we want our practice and our highly skilled staff to provide a safe place to turn when seeking the best way to improve your body and your life. Dr. Patel is empathetic, kind, and approachable, taking the time to understand your goals and frustrations around weight loss and offering achievable solutions. He will work with you to create a program that offers realistic expectations while still delivering WOW results.
Weight Loss Program FAQs
The cost of your weight loss program at WOW Cosmetic Surgery depends on several factors, including how long you are on the program and whether you choose tirzepatide, lipotropic injections, or both. The team at WOW will let you know the cost of your program at your initial consultation.
The longevity of your weight loss results depends on you! Staying dedicated to a healthy diet and exercise program is the best way to maintain your results. However, age, genetics, hormone changes, and other factors also influence your weight, so don’t be discouraged if the scale fluctuates a bit.
Tirzepatide is a dual agonist of both glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) and gastric Inhibitory polypeptide (GIP) receptors. These are hormones naturally produced in the body. Tirzepatide mimics the actions and produces the same results as the naturally occurring hormones by acting on the same receptors for GLP-1 and GIP.
Both tirzepatide and semaglutide are great drugs to help with weight loss. However, studies have shown tirzepatide to have greater weight loss and less side effects. Although tirzepatide is more costly per month, it does have more profound results with less GI issues. Tirzepatide differs from other weight loss drugs in that it works on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors. Semaglutide and other weight loss drugs on the market only work on GLP-1.
Yes! Dr. Patel offers several body contouring procedures to further enhance your weight loss results, including liposuction, high-definition body contouring, tummy tuck, and post-weight loss cosmetic surgery.
Are there risks associated with tirzepatide?
As with any medication, there are certain side effects associated with tirzepatide. Common side effects include:
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Indigestion
- Nausea and/or vomiting
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Headache
Some rare side effects include thyroid problems, pancreatitis, and kidney or gallbladder issues. To avoid these more severe side effects, make sure you are honest about your current health and medical history, and inform Dr. Patel of any changes to your health while on the weight loss program.
Learn More About Weight Loss Programs in Dallas
If you feel stuck or have hit a plateau in your weight loss or health journey, you may need a little assistance to see results. That’s where the weight loss program at WOW Cosmetic Surgery comes in. To learn more and schedule a consultation, call our office today at (833) DR WOW MD or complete the online contact form to schedule a consultation.
