Medication Assisted Medical Weight Loss Membership

Our goal is to provide you with safe and effective weight loss treatments. We have certain policies and procedures in place to ensure your well-being throughout the program. Let's go through the key points:

 

Who Can Assess and Treat You?

A licensed Physician, Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA-C) will evaluate and treat you with medications called Ozempic or Wegovy, following our guidelines.

 

Examination Before Medication

Before prescribing Ozempic or Wegovy, the medical provider will conduct a thorough examination to ensure your suitability for the treatment.

 

Combination Therapy

If you're interested in using medication to assist your weight loss journey, you must also complete either one session of Venus Bliss Max or four sessions of Venus Bliss Max at PM Aesthetics . A good faith examination by the medical provider is required before any Venus Bliss Max procedure.

 

Treatment Settings

Medication can be prescribed and administered at our designated PM Aesthetics  clinic locations. We strictly adhere to safety policies and procedures outlined in our manual.

 

Adverse Reactions and Contraindications

Any side effects or adverse reactions experienced during or after treatment must be documented in your chart. We do not treat patients who have active cancer treatment, a history of pancreatitis, are pregnant, have had gastric bypass surgery within the last two years, or have known hypersensitivity to the medication ingredients.

 

Medication-Assisted Weight Loss Treatment Plan: Here's an Overview of the Treatment Process

1. Full consultation: You'll have a comprehensive consultation with a medical provider to assess your medical history, family history, vitals (including BMI), and body measurements.

2. Lab work: Prior to prescribing medication, you'll undergo various lab tests, including a complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, thyroid stimulating hormone, insulin, and hemoglobin A1C.

3. Informed consent: After passing the medical screening, you'll receive detailed information about the risks, benefits, and potential adverse reactions of the medication. You'll need to provide your preferred pharmacy for prescription fulfillment.

4. Follow-up appointments: You'll be required to attend regular follow-up appointments with a medical provider. Initially, you'll have appointments every two weeks for the first month, then monthly for months 2-4. Follow-up beyond month 4 will be personalized based on your provider's recommendations.

5. Medication dosing: The dosage of the medication will be adjusted over time, starting at 0.25 mg once weekly and gradually increasing to 2.4 mg once weekly, based on your provider's assessment.

 

Venus Bliss Max Procedures

These treatments complement the medication-assisted weight loss program. Here are the key points:

1. Contraindications: Patients with certain conditions such as cardiac pacemakers, significant autoimmune or neurological diseases, pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergy to gel pads, acute fractures, or hernias over the treatment area will be denied treatment.

2. Medical screening and consent: Similar to the medication treatment, you'll undergo a medical screening, informed of the risks and benefits, and provide consent. Your weight and waist measurements will be documented before treatment.

3. Procedure details: The treatment area will be prepared, appropriate treatment pads will be applied, and the treatment intensity will be adjusted based on your tolerability. The provider will be present throughout the treatment to ensure your comfort.

4. Post-care instructions: After the procedure, you'll be provided with written and verbal post-care instructions, including contact information for PM Aesthetics  daytime and after-hours support.

 

Follow-up and Record Keeping

A personalized follow-up schedule will be determined based on your treatment plan. The medical provider will maintain detailed records of your treatment, including assessments, signed consent forms, treatment details, and your response to the treatment.

 

At PM Aesthetics , your safety and well-being are our top priorities. We hope this overview of our clinical and medical policy for the weight loss program provides you with the necessary information to make informed decisions about your journey towards achieving your desired weight loss goals.