Weight Loss

Consider medically supervised weight loss if you have a chronic medical issue, like diabetes or arthritis. At Laracuente HealthCare Associates, a private medical practice in Hallandale Beach, Florida, Fernando A. Laracuente, EdD, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, NP-C, and his team offer medically supervised weight loss and nutritional counseling to adults. Commit to a healthier and more active lifestyle. Call the office and request a weight loss consultation, or book one online today.

What is medically-supervised weight loss?

Medically-supervised weight loss uses nutritional counseling, exercise guidance, and prescription medication to help you shed excess pounds and keep them off.

If you’ve tried various diets and exercise programs, but struggle to make long-term progress, medically supervised weight loss can help. Dr. Laracuente and his team use regular check-ups and a proven system to help you stay on track and achieve your goals.

Who can benefit from weight loss?

Anyone who wants to lose weight and live a healthier lifestyle can benefit from medically-supervised weight loss. That’s especially true if you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic issue like:

• Arthritis
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• High cholesterol
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disease
• Chronic kidney disease  (CKD)
• Low back pain
• Neck pain
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
• Heart disease

You might also benefit from weight loss if you have depression or an anxiety disorder. Research shows that eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly can help improve your mood, outlook, and behavior.

What does medically-supervised weight loss involve?

At Laracuente HealthCare Associates, the team uses three foundational pillars to guide medically-supervised weight loss. Those pillars include:

Nutritional guidance

If you want to lose weight and keep it off, you need to make certain lifestyle changes. One of the most important changes is eating a balanced diet. After an exam and a review of your blood work, Dr. Laracuente can recommend meals and snacks that boost your metabolism and burn fat. 

Exercise recommendations

A balanced diet can help reduce your calorie intake, but you need to exercise to achieve lasting progress. After a review of your medical records and a discussion of your lifestyle, Dr. Laracuente and his team can recommend exercises that align with your abilities and physical fitness level. 

Prescription medication

As you age, it becomes more difficult to lose weight through exercising and dieting alone. If you don’t make significant progress during the first 4-6 weeks of treatment, Dr. Laracuente might recommend prescription medication. There are various weight loss medications available — some speed up your metabolism, while others make you feel full.

Attend each of your check-ups and follow Dr. Laracuente’s instructions to ensure you achieve your desired results.

Call Laracuente HealthCare Associates to learn more about medically supervised weight loss, or book a consultation online today.