With an increased choice of drugs, success will require targeted clinician engagement, D2C marketing and clear differentiation
The Spanish Ketogenic Mediterranean Diet study showed 14.47 kilograms of loss in 12 weeks, which is significant but generally less than what GLP-1 medications produce over similar timeframes in clinical trials
To get prior authorization when Medicaid covers weight loss shots in your state, you typically need to document the patient's BMI (30 or greater, or 27 or greater with comorbidities), evidence of failed lifestyle modifications over 3 to 6 months, and sometimes evidence of failed alternative medications
Abruptly stopping the medication can cause your blood sugar levels to rise, potentially leading to a worsening of your diabetes and an increased risk of complications
Mark Key, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician with a comprehensive approach to health that spans full-scope primary care, longevity medicine, and the specialized needs of high-performance athletes