Online Medical Weight Loss Help and Medication Prescription
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Psychotherapy, medications, diet and activity recommendations—we will determine what will work best for you.
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What is Online Medical Weight Loss Management?
Online medical weight loss service is comprehensive guidance for people trying to lose weight. It integrates medical knowledge with online tools to help you achieve your weight loss goals safely and effectively.
Doctors, registered dietitians, and weight loss specialists commonly use technology when developing weight loss plans. Now, you can also see a medical professional through a virtual consultation to have ongoing monitoring and support.
Tips like eating less and exercising more may not be enough
At MEDvidi, we offer an integrative approach to weight loss management. We aim to help you achieve your ideal weight and also maintain the results.
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How We Work
In our weight loss management programs, we pay attention to numbers, but focus more on your health and long-term results.
Benefits of Medical Weight Loss Programs at MEDvidi
Compared to other weight loss strategies, telehealth weight loss programs provide a number of advantages.
At MEDvidi, you can see a healthcare professional who has experience in this area and is licensed to prescribe weight loss medications.
Medical weight loss plans at MEDvidi are catered to your particular requirements. You can get a prescription for weight loss medicine or lifestyle recommendations tailored to your needs.
Taking any prescription medication requires regular monitoring. Regular follow-ups can help medical practitioners to spot and manage any health risks as soon as they arise.
Holistic weight loss plans cover nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and behavior change. Such a comprehensive approach boosts the prospects of long-term success.
Medical weight loss programs help you stay motivated. At MEDvidi, you can get professional support during the course of treatment and change your weight loss strategy as necessary.
Our specialists will inform you about portion control, beneficial weight management habits, and other techniques. Behavior modification can help sustain your long-term weight loss.
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Manage Your Weight With Us
Initial Visit
- An online 30-minute visit
- Symptoms check
- Identifying treatment goals
- Developing a treatment plan
- Prescribing medications if necessary
Follow-ups
- Regular 15-minute visits
- Symptoms monitoring
- Prescription refills
- Treatment adjustments
- Working on thinking and behavioral changes
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Why Choose MEDvidi?
Licensed doctors specializing in weight loss management
Online video visits: get help from wherever and whenever you wish
Same-day appointments and a number of date and time slots
Weight loss pills prescribed online during the first visit*
Multimodal personalized treatment plans
If your weight loss plan was created by a certified doctor who assessed your symptoms, health history, and preferences, you can be sure to get a safe strategy. Still, weight loss pills may cause side effects in any patient. You should precisely stick to the recommendations set by your doctor to avoid or reduce such adverse effects. Neither make your diet stricter without approval nor increase your activity level suddenly to prevent the development of eating disorders or physical issues.
Start With Weight Loss Assessment
Before you proceed with your treatment, you will go through one or several weight loss evaluations:
You may be asked to fill out a weight loss assessment form. It typically covers your weight loss goals and preferences.
You will be asked about allergies, medicines and supplements you take, and the details of your weight loss history. If medications are considered, you’ll be asked whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding because some weight loss meds are not suitable in such cases.
Some medical ailments (thyroid disorder, cardiovascular disease, kidney problems, etc.) can cause weight gain. You might be recommended to take extra tests to understand if you have physical issues related to weight fluctuations.
BMI calculation is one of the standard weight loss assessment tools. It is a body mass index that is determined based on your height and weight. Its measurement helps in developing a treatment plan or recommendations.
You will be asked about your diet, routines, and habits to help the doctor develop an effective strategy for you. Whether you get weight loss pills prescribed or not, a healthy diet and proper activity level are recommended.
Stress, insomnia, and depression may cause weight gain and should be treated along with the weight loss process. Eating disorders must be ruled out too, as they require different treatments, not limited to weight loss itself.
Sudden weight loss can be a consequence of physical ailments. To identify the most probable cause, these tests can be recommended:
- A complete blood count
- Thyroid panel
- Kidney and liver function tests
- Electrolyte panel
- Inflammation tests
- Blood sugar test
On the other hand, weight fluctuations can also be caused by mental health problems. At MEDvidi, you can be assessed for depression, anxiety, stress, and other conditions.
You can calculate your normal weight using one of the most common weight loss diagnostic tests—BMI calculation (body mass index). Normally, a BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is considered healthy. Nevertheless, normal weight should be determined individually, considering not just one’s height but also several other factors including age, the amount of fat and muscle mass in the body, and health specifics.
For adults, BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered to indicate a normal or healthy weight. A BMI of less than 18.5 means underweight, while a BMI of 25.0 to 29.9 means overweight. A BMI of 30.0 and higher is in the obese range.
Ready to Start Your Weight Loss Program?
Everything is possible if you have expert support from a licensed professional.
We ensure a personalized approach to the weight loss journey for each and every client.
What Can Be Included in Weight Loss Programs at MEDvidi
- Searching for the root causes of obesity or being overweight.
- Working on self-image and self-perception.
- Identifying your very best motivation.
- Getting suitable weight loss medicines prescribed.
- Adjusting treatment when needed.
- Regularly receiving prescription refills.
- Setting up your weight loss diet and a nutrition plan
- Increasing daily activity levels in a healthy way
- Establishing beneficial routines and learning weight loss tips
Find trustworthy online programs for weight loss offered by healthcare professionals. Pay attention to the elements of the program: individualized diet planning, exercise direction, behavior change techniques, and ongoing assistance. Connect with our online doctors to get advice and guidance.
Weight loss programs held through telemedicine incorporate medical knowledge and modern technologies. Online weight management plans can include expert behavioral assistance, prescription management, and continual monitoring. Success in weight loss, however, is dependent on each person’s unique circumstances, level of commitment, and willingness to make long-term lifestyle modifications and adjustments.
If people resume their old, unhealthy habits, weight gain may reappear once treatment ends. Adopting new habits, like maintaining a balanced diet and exercising regularly, are necessary for long-term weight loss. Permanent adjustments that promote weight maintenance are the major objective.
MEDvidi weight loss program is for anyone wishing to reduce body weight and improve their health. Our program is created for people who are obese or overweight, which is typically indicated by a body mass index (BMI) above a specific limit. Taking part in a weight loss program may be suitable for people who have weight-related health issues, including diabetes or high blood pressure.
Weight Loss Therapy: What’s Involved?
Behavioral weight loss therapy
Intensive behavioral therapy for obesity focuses on changing irrational and unhealthy behavior patterns that lead to weight gain.
The therapy process includes:
- Setting realistic weight loss goals
- Working on thinking patterns to keep you motivated
- Evaluating emotions to avoid overeating
- Learning to conduct self-monitoring regularly
Behavioral therapy focuses on long-term results achieved step-by-step to ensure weight maintenance.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy for weight loss
CBT or cognitive-behavioral therapy can be used to manage the weight loss process.
Patients learn to:
- Better identify their thoughts and feelings
- Monitor their eating patterns and behaviors
- Practice mindfulness and determine if there are things, emotions, or experiences they associate with food, which helps to stop overeating
In addition, CBT helps to improve self-image and identify primary goals of weight loss. Sometimes, those goals are not linked to weight and can be achieved in another way.
The best weight loss therapy also takes your mental state into consideration. You may be tested for depression, anxiety, and other conditions that often accompany weight gain.
Weight Loss Prescription Medications
Sometimes, strong will and self-control are not enough for weight loss. Being overweight can lead to obesity, a metabolic disease that requires medical treatment.
Those patients who meet certain requirements can get prescribed weight loss pills online* at MEDvidi.
A patient can get weight loss pills if:
- Their BMI is 30 or higher.
- Their BMI is 27 or higher, and they have chronic health conditions or problems such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or type 2 diabetes.
You will also be informed about all the pros and cons of the prescribed medication.
How Do Prescription Weight Loss Medications Work?
Medications for weight loss, commonly referred to as diet meds or weight reduction meds, have different mechanisms of action, such as:
- Lowering hunger, which helps people consume fewer calories.
- Boosting metabolism, which may result in a faster rate of calorie burning.
- Preventing the body from absorbing dietary lipids, which lowers calorie intake.
Not all people are eligible for weight loss tablets. Healthcare professionals may recommend other options based on a detailed review of one’s health history and current state of health.
Get FDA-Approved Weight Loss Prescription Drugs at MEDvidi*
Orlistat is available as an over-the-counter (Alli) and prescription (Xenical) medication that works by blocking the functioning of lipase, which leads to a decreased absorption of dietary fat.
A prescription medication that affects the hunger center in the brain and helps to control cravings.
A prescription medication that works by regulating the amount of insulin production to decrease appetite.
A Schedule IV controlled substance that functions by decreasing appetite and makes a patient feel full longer.
A Schedule IV controlled substance that stimulates the release of norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin in the brain. It suppresses appetite and boosts energy expenditure.
A Schedule III controlled substance that affects appetite by stimulating the central nervous system that leads to appetite suppression and enhanced metabolism.
Weight loss pills should not be used alone.
They are a helpful addition to lifestyle changes, diet and exercise.
Advantages of Online Prescriptions
No long lines or waiting hours. Everything is done from the comfort of your home.
- Fewer errors in medications names and dosages
- Easily accessible prescription history
- Shorter wait times
- No need to visit a clinic every month
- Smooth workflow, as online prescriptions may be delivered directly to pharmacies
Weight loss pills have different mechanisms of action, side effects, and other factors and must be chosen individually. The same medication can work differently for different patients. Your doctor will examine your health history and the medication’s contraindications and interactions before prescribing you weight loss meds.
To receive a weight loss prescription*, one has to be diagnosed with obesity or as overweight by a certified doctor. Having a BMI higher than 30 (or higher than 27 and having related conditions) is a common requirement. The evaluation of your health history and determining the necessity of this type of medication is also needed.
Whether weight loss medications are the best way to lose weight depends on various factors, including your overall health and medical history. Weight loss medications can be effective for some individuals, but they are not suitable or necessary for everyone.
A number of factors, including your weight, adherence to the recommended regimen, and personal response to the medicine, might affect how long it takes to lose weight with weight-loss medication. It’s critical to maintain reasonable expectations and recognize that losing weight is a gradual process.
The period of taking weight loss meds depends on a particular drug. While some weight loss drugs are meant to be taken temporarily, others can be taken for extended periods. Your progress, current health, and any potential side effects will all be taken into account by your healthcare provider when determining the right duration of treatment.
Consult your healthcare provider to ascertain whether weight-loss medication is the best option for you. Your medical history, present health condition, weight loss objectives, and the potential dangers and advantages of the medicine will all be considered. They might take into account things like BMI, obesity-related health issues, and prior weight loss attempts.
To buy weight loss pills online, you need to have a valid prescription from a healthcare provider. Put your safety first and confirm that the medicines you buy are legal and the pharmacy is authorized to sell them. Steer clear of buying diet medications from unreliable websites or without a prescription.
Useful Materials
Obesity is a complex problem, covering the physical and emotional state. So, it is useful to dive deeper into the topic when you start treatment.
Learn more about beneficial habits and routines as well as tips on staying mentally fit in our blog publications.
Weight Loss Won’t Disappoint You Anymore
We are ready to determine what will work for you
We know that the weight loss path may not be simple. But we also know how to help you achieve your goal step by step and maintain the result.
With the doctor’s support and a personalized treatment plan, you can attain the weight you feel comfortable with.
* In some states, weight loss prescription drugs cannot be prescribed online but require an in-person visit. Consult with your doctor or the MEDvidi Care Team to know more.