Weight Loss Program at Fontaine MD
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Struggling with excess weight is a common problem and has adverse effects on your overall health. At Fontaine MD we guide you through our proven process that results in sustainable weight loss. We do this without the hassle of having to track points or cut calories to an uncomfortable level. Despite what you see on the internet, there is no “quick fix” for weight loss. However, following our individualized program designed around proper nutrition and lifestyle changes, you will get sustained improvement in your body composition with positive health and aesthetic benefits.
During your weight loss consultation, you will meet with our Nutrition Health Coach and Dr. Fontaine to discuss your weight loss goals and review an individualized plan to achieve your goals. The Weight Loss Program at Fontaine MD focuses on optimizing your body composition with loss of weight while preserving lean body mass. Our program includes nutrition and lifestyle coaching as well as the use of medications such as GLP-1 agonists and appetite suppressants as indicated. Our doctor and health coach will collaborate to ensure your success. Your progress will be monitored with our InBody Professional body composition analyzer to ensure you are losing mainly fat and not muscle and thus lowering your percent body fat while improving your overall health. Labs which assess your metabolic health will be monitored as well. Our comprehensive weight loss program helps you become One Incredible You!
Other programs at Fontaine MD including our Healthy Aging Program and Hormone Optimization Program also include weight loss assistance.
What Are the Benefits of Following A Medical Weight Loss Program?
Following a medical weight loss program at Fontaine MD offers numerous benefits for your health and well-being, including:
- Sustainable weight loss
- Improved body composition
- Preservation of lean body mass
- Reduction in body fat percentage
- Enhanced metabolic health
- Personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching
- Support from a collaborative medical team
- Regular progress monitoring and adjustments
- Access to helpful weight loss medications
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I've had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Fontaine for the past 2 years, and it's been a great experience. As a 42-year-old male, I was looking for a clinic that offered comprehensive and personalized healthcare services, and they've exceeded my expectations. The staff is incredibly friendly and professional. Dr. Fontaine and his team are experts in their field, and he demonstrates exceptional knowledge and genuine care for his patients. One of the highlights of my visit was the thoroughness of my consultation. Dr. Fontaine took the time to listen to my concerns, explain my treatment options in detail, and tailor a healthcare plan specifically for me. The level of attention and personalized care I received was a welcome change. I highly recommend Fontaine MD to anyone seeking top-notch, elevated medical services. Grateful to have found a great healthcare provider and will continue to trust them with my health in the future.
Dr. Fontaine is very knowledgeable and passionate about his work. I highly recommend him!
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WEIGHT LOSS FAQ
I have heard great weight loss success stories with semaglutide. What is semaglutide?
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 agonist (brand names include Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus) that was initially developed to treat type II diabetes, but it works great for weight loss in patients who do and do not have diabetes. Wegovy is FDA-approved for weight loss. In a study using semaglutide for weight loss in non-diabetics published in the New England Journal of medicine in 2021, the average weight loss was 14.9% body weight and 50% of patients lost 15% body weight or more. Also, studies in patients with type II diabetes show the use of semaglutide results in a substantial decrease in the risk of adverse cardiovascular events such as heart attacks and strokes.
How does Semaglutide work?
- Decreases appetite as well as cravings for unhealthy food
- Decreases production of glucose (sugar) in the liver by inhibiting glucagon release
- Helps your pancreas make more insulin to decrease blood glucose (sugar) when present.
How is Semaglutide administered?
- The dosing is only once per week using a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection. This is usually done in the belly area with an insulin syringe and tiny needle which most patients do not find painful.
What are the common side effects?
- Most of the common side effects are GI related such as nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, burping and heart burn. These are mitigated by starting at a low dose and slowly titrating up. In the study mentioned above, 93% of patients were able to tolerate the side effects and continue using Semaglutide.
Is Semaglutide safe?
- While no medication is without risks, semaglutide is considered relatively safe for most people.
- Due to its mechanism of action, semaglutide does not typically result in hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)
- Prior to using semaglutide, you need to be evaluated by a physician
What other medications are used for weight loss?
- At Fontaine MD, we can prescribe medications that decrease appetite and increase metabolism such as phentermine as well as compounded medications that combine several medications that independently contribute to weight loss.
How long is the Weight Loss Program at Fontaine MD?
- Our weight loss program is a 6-month program where you meet with our Nutrition Health Coach weekly for 6 weeks and then every other week for the remainder of the 6 months. Our coach is available between visits for questions as well. You will also meet with Dr. Fontaine to assess your progress.