Weight Loss

Medical weight loss programs can provide patients with the social support, guidance, and accountability they need to successfully transform their physique. At Korman Plastic Surgery in Los Altos, San Jose, Mountain View, and Carmel-by-the-Sea, we use FDA-approved weight loss injections to enhance results obtained through conventional body contouring methods such as dieting and exercise.

Why Choose Korman Plastic Surgery For Medical Weight Loss?

Dr. Joshua Korman is a renowned, board-certified body sculpting expert who delivers elegant, natural-looking aesthetic results in a state-of-the-art practice setting. He is a compassionate and generous provider who pursues a holistic approach to care, optimizing not only the patient’s appearance but also their confidence, well-being, and peace of mind. Serving patients in and beyond Los Altos, Mountain View, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and San Jose, Dr. Korman has received numerous professional awards and commendations, including mention as a “Top Doctor” by Castle Connolly for seven years in a row. He frequently contributes to well-known media programs and publications, including ABC’s “20/20”, CNN, The New York Times, and Ebony Magazine.

As a testament to his innovative surgical techniques and consummate skill, Dr. Korman was named Adjunct Clinical Professor of Surgery at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, a world-class training institution. He is an industrious author, speaker, and educator who shares his expertise and knowledge through courses sponsored by internationally respected plastic surgery organizations, inspiring a new generation of scientific minds. Dr. Korman is also a noted inventor who holds patents in the complex, delicate field of skin remodeling and tissue expansion. As a humanitarian, he has traveled the globe providing life-changing care for disadvantaged populations and constantly strives to give back to his community.

What Is Medical Weight Loss?

Many patients have tried traditional paths to weight loss such as following a special diet or pursuing different workouts at the gym, only to be disappointed by their lack of progress in reaching their goals. Medical weight loss programs can give patients the added boost they need to attain their goal weight while providing ongoing support and nutritional counseling.

At Korman Plastic Surgery, we work with FDA-approved weight loss injections, including Semaglutide and Trizepatide to jumpstart your transformation and give you the edge you need to succeed. While weight loss injections are a powerful tool in reshaping the body, they only work when integrated into a healthy lifestyle that includes mindful eating and regular exercise.

How Do Weight Loss Injections Work?

Weight loss injections work by mimicking some of the body’s natural weight-control mechanisms. They can suppress the appetite, ensure patients feel fuller longer, and delay the absorption of nutrients, all of which enhance weight loss outcomes. Our team will work with you to arrive at the right dosage and frequency for your medications so that your weight loss journey is comfortable, seamless, and rewarding.

What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is the active ingredient in the popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy. It is part of a class of drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, traditionally used to control type 2 diabetes. When injected, Semaglutide interacts with the brain, GI tract, and pancreas to suppress the appetite, slow the gastric absorption of calories, and send signals of fullness, facilitating effortless weight loss.

Benefits of Semaglutide include:

Improved blood sugar control
Decreased hunger
Optimized fat loss
Delayed gastric emptying
Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and high cholesterol
Easy, once-a-week treatment process

What Is Tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Mounjaro and Zepbound. It was designed to aid in weight loss and obesity management by suppressing glucagon release, stimulating insulin output, and promoting feelings of fullness. Tirzepatide is classed as a dual glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) and a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist.

Benefits of Tirzepatide include:

Significant appetite suppression
Enhanced satiation after meals
Lowered consumption of calories
Steady weight loss over time
Optimized fat burning for energy
Regulated glucose levels
Minimized food cravings
Enhanced insulin sensitivity
Reduced liver fat content

What Are The Benefits Of Medical Weight Loss With Semaglutide And Tirzepatide?

Weight loss injections can help take patients to the next level when it comes to reshaping their bodies. Medical weight loss can bolster results achieved through dieting and exercising, allowing patients to enjoy the fruits of their efforts faster and more dramatically. Each patient receives a personalized treatment plan that takes into account their age, overall health, medical history, and unique body contouring goals. The benefits of medical weight loss include improved stamina and energy, a faster more effective metabolism, heightened fat-burning capabilities, and a boost in self-confidence.

What Will Treatment Entail?

Weight loss injections are typically administered in the upper arm, thigh, or stomach once a week under the skin. The initial dose is low, which allows patients to adjust to their treatment with minimal side effects. Over time, the dose is increased to ensure patients are enjoying optimal weight loss and increased energy. Dr. Korman is passionate about empowering patients with the information and knowledge they need to experience a seamless transformation. He will provide detailed education on self-administering the injections at home.

Are There Side Effects With Weight Loss Injections?

Weight loss injections, like many other medications, can cause some mild side effects for patients, including nausea, upset stomach, bloating, fatigue, and headaches. These symptoms can be calibrated by Dr. Korman through careful control of your dosing schedule in order to minimize discomfort.

In general, patients typically experience fewer side effects as their body adjusts to the medication. More rare side effects can include kidney disorders, gallbladder problems, and pancreatitis. Dr. Korman will ensure you are aware of all the risks associated with weight loss injections during your private consultation in Los Altos, Mountain View, San Jose, or Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Who Is A Good Candidate For Medical Weight Loss?

Weight loss injections are prescribed for overweight or obese patients with a BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or higher. For those with comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease, BMI can be 27 or higher. Dr. Korman will conduct a private consultation to review your medical and surgical history, examine your body, and answer your questions and concerns in depth. Once your candidacy for weight loss injections is confirmed, Dr. Korman will create a personalized treatment schedule for you, offering continuous and compassionate support throughout your medical weight loss journey.

Weight Loss FAQ

Is Medical Weight Loss Safe?

How Much Weight Can I Lose?

Who Should Not Use Weight Loss Injections?

Is Medical Weight Loss Safe?

Dr. Korman is an experienced board-certified physician with over 20 years of medical expertise. He is devoted to patient safety and adheres to the strictest standards of professionalism when administering weight loss injections. While weight loss injections do come with potential side effects, the risk of obesity-related health conditions is a much more pressing concern for most overweight patients.

How Much Weight Can I Lose?

Studies show that patients can lose an average of 15% of their excess body weight with weight loss injections. Some can lose more, however. Dr. Korman will carefully monitor your treatment, conducting regular follow-up sessions to ensure you get the most out of your medical weight loss procedure.

Who Should Not Use Weight Loss Injections?

Weight loss injections are not approved for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Those with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 should avoid Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, as should those with allergies to any ingredients in weight loss injections.

Weight Loss

Why Choose Korman Plastic Surgery For Medical Weight Loss?

What Is Medical Weight Loss?

How Do Weight Loss Injections Work?

What Is Semaglutide?

What Is Tirzepatide?

What Are The Benefits Of Medical Weight Loss With Semaglutide And Tirzepatide?

What Will Treatment Entail?

Are There Side Effects With Weight Loss Injections?

Who Is A Good Candidate For Medical Weight Loss?

Weight Loss FAQ

Is Medical Weight Loss Safe?

How Much Weight Can I Lose?

Who Should Not Use Weight Loss Injections?

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