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1765 GREENSBORO STN PL STE 900
MCLEAN VA 22102-3470
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Most weight loss occurs within the first 6 months of starting weight loss medication. The time it takes for you to see results can vary significantly depending on your starting weight, medical conditions, lifestyle and adherence to the CureWeight program.
You can expect to lose an average of two to five pounds each week.* After 9 months on the program, an average person will lose 15% of their body weight and 7 inches in waist circumference.
As you approach your goal weight, our doctors will discuss our maintenance and support plans. If you decide to stop taking your medication, your doctor will instruct you on safely tapering off (weaning-off).
Get started to calculate your weight loss potential.
* Your individual results may vary depending on starting weight, medical conditions, lifestyle and adherence to the CureWeight program.
Everyone is different. You can expect to lose an average of two to five pounds each week.* After 9 months on the program, an average person will lose 15% of their body weight and 7 inches in waist circumference.
* Your individual results may vary depending on starting weight, medical conditions, lifestyle and adherence to the CureWeight program.
Get started to calculate your weight loss potential.
During your first visit, our doctors will review your medical history, your weight goals and current medications you are taking. This information, along with the following tests, help guide our doctors to prescribe powerful medications for fast, safe and lasting weight loss.
• Physical Exam
• Metabolic Lab Tests
• EKG/ECG
• Body Composition
A recent primary care physical visit in the last 12 months ensures that we have a complete evaluation of your health. Metabolic lab testing looks at your blood chemistry, hormones and metabolism to see how your body works right now, letting your doctor know which medication is right for you. An EKG/ECG before you start a medically supervised weight loss program ensures that your heart health can tolerate the medications and weight loss in general. Body composition analysis gives your current weight, BMI, fat percentage, muscle mass, and water weight.
These tests also help with insurance coverage. Some plans may require one as part of the prior authorization process to determine cost coverage.
Our Starter Kit includes everything you need to start from the comfort of home.
You’ll be able to keep enjoying most of the delicious, nutritious, and fresh foods you already love. At the same time, you’ll develop a healthier understanding of foods that should be more of a special treat than an everyday choice.
Your weight is a function of what you eat and what you burn through your metabolism. Weight loss medication help you control your food portions, reduce your caloric intake without making you feel hungry, and increase your fat burning capacity by boosting your metabolism.
Our program combines medication with changes to your diet and lifestyle. Your doctor will work with you to address the core pillars affecting your weight: nutrition, movement, sleep and stress. Making these lifestyle changes will be key to maximizing your results and maintaining your weight loss after you come off the medication.
Our program combines medication with adjustments to your eating habits and the way you live. Your doctor will discuss with you the factors that influence your weight: what you eat, how you move, your sleep, and stress levels. These changes in how you live will play a crucial role in getting the best outcomes and sustaining your weight loss even after you stop taking medication.
No, insurance is not required. If you do not have insurance, we will guide you to low cost, safe and effective compounded medications that are included in our plans.
If you have insurance, we will guide you to navigate the insurance process to cover the cost of our plans.
Some insurance companies require you to try other medicines before they will approve a prescription for a brand-name GLP-1 medication. If this is the case, our doctors will guide you through the process of starting your weight loss and getting you an approval from your insurance company.
Yes. Our doctors only prescribe medications with a history of safe and successful use. All medications have been FDA-approved and have strong safety profiles. As with any medication, there may be side effects or risks. Your doctor will tailor dosages to your needs and monitor their safety and effectiveness.
GLP-1 medications are clinically-tested, stimulant-free, and non-habit forming. Clinical research has proved that they are the most effective medications for sustainable weight loss, especially when combined with lifestyle changes. GLP-1s can be safely taken with other common prescription medications, including those for blood pressure, thyroid, and diabetes, and have no contraindications with other prescription or over-the-counter medications.
Non-GLP1 medications such as Contrave®, Qsymia®, Adipex® (phentermine), and Xenical® are diet aids that help you lose weight. They allow you to eat less without feeling hungry.
Your doctor will review your medical history, weight history, and lifestyle to personalize a treatment plan that works with your unique biology.
Some people taking GLP-1 medications do experience side effects, however, these are typically mild and go away after a few weeks. The most common side effects are related to upset stomach such as nausea, diarrhea and gas. Our doctors will guide you on how to best manage these until they go away.
For non-GLP-1 medications, side effects may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, flushing, and dry mouth or strange taste in the mouth. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Being overweight is a complex disease and genetics cause as much as 70 percent of cases. Many people need to take weight loss medications long-term, even after reaching their weight goal. Combining medication with lifestyle changes will help you keep the weight off and avoid chronic conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and type 2 diabetes.
According to the Obesity Medicine Association, long-term treatment with medication is a current standard of care. You can talk to your CureWeight doctor about a maintenance plan as you approach your goal weight. If you decide to stop taking your medication, your doctor will instruct you on safely tapering off (weaning-off).
Safe use of weight loss medication requires regular medical monitoring, so active participation in the CureWeight program is essential.
Scientific research, backed by the American Medical Association, emphasizes being overweight as a complex, chronic ailment warranting medical attention.
Genetics contribute up to 70% of obesity cases, with hormones and the environment also playing roles. Traditional diets often lead to a cycle of weight loss and regain that makes it harder to lose weight and keep it off.
Our program, designed by experienced obesity medicine doctors, identifies the root causes of your weight gain and offers personalized, lasting weight loss plans.
Medications are not a one-size-fits-all solution to weight loss and sometimes it can take time to find the right one. That is why you will meet one-on-one with our experienced doctors to understand if factors such as nutrition, environment, and other medications may be affecting your weight loss progress.
CureWeight doctors work with a wide set of medications, giving you many options to personalize your weight loss. Our doctors can make adjustments to the dose, switch your medication, or add a new prescription to what you’re already taking to help you achieve lasting results.
You will meet with your doctors on a regular basis so they can monitor your progress, and make changes to your plan if necessary.
The majority of FDA-approved weight loss medications alter brain signals to lessen hunger and cravings. They aid in adopting healthier eating habits and smaller portions for lasting weight loss. Some of the medications also slow digestion to increase the feeling of fullness.
Weight loss medications work best when combined with lifestyle changes. Weight loss medications jump start your weight loss when used in conjunction with a nutrition treatment plan, behavioral modifications, and exercise.
Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight can bring several long-term health benefits.
If you are overweight, losing weight can help lower your risk of serious diseases and add years to your life expectancy. Weight loss also reduces joint pain and improves sleep, mood and anxiety problems.
Get started to see how your metabolic age has been affected by excess weight.
For brand name medications, we use U.S.-based licensed pharmacy fulfillment partners to ship most medicines directly to you. You also have the option to fill your prescription at a local pharmacy, depending on the CureWeight plan that you select.
For compounded medications, we use licensed, U.S.-based FDA 503B-registered pharmacies.
If a medication isn’t available through our pharmacy partners, our Patient Care team will work with you to find alternatives.
Prescriptions and which medications are prescribed are up to your medical provider’s discretion.
FDA-approved medications that promote weight loss but are FDA-approved for other use (such as diabetes or migraines) may be prescribed. They help people lose weight by decreasing appetite and cravings, and improving sensitivity to insulin. See off-label use.
Wegovy®, Saxenda®, Ozempic®, Victoza®, and Rybelsus® are registered trademarks of Novo Nordisk A/S. Zepbound™, Mounjaro® and Trulicity® are registered trademarks of Eli Lilly and Company. Contrave® is a registered trademark of Currax Pharmaceuticals, LLC. Xenical®, Qsymia®, Adipex-P®, Wellbutrin®, Glucophage®, Revia®, Topamax®, and other trademarks, registered or otherwise, are the property of their respective owner(s).
