Louis P. Bucky, MD, FACS
Award-Winning, World-Renowned Plastic Surgeon
Premiere Destination for Finest Injectables & Skin Care
Medical Weight Loss
At Bucky Plastic Surgery in Philadelphia, we offer an innovative medical weight loss program designed to help patients achieve significant weight loss, maintain muscle, and improve overall health. Our approach features semaglutide injections, known under brand names like Ozempic and Wegovy, a groundbreaking weight loss medication that targets GLP-1 receptors to promote appetite suppression and regulate blood sugar levels, making it easier for you to reduce body fat while preserving lean muscle.
Why Choose Semaglutide?
Semaglutide works by mimicking glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), a hormone that influences food intake and cravings. As an FDA-approved weight loss treatment,1 it helps control body weight by reducing appetite and promoting feelings of fullness. Clinical studies show that semaglutide treatment leads to significant weight loss,2 making it ideal for patients struggling with obesity, high BMI, or related medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol issues. Our program offers tailored treatment plans that address your unique health needs.
What Sets Our Medical Weight Loss Program Apart?
We go beyond traditional weight loss methods by offering a holistic approach that combines semaglutide injections with comprehensive wellness treatments. Each treatment plan is fully customized to help you achieve your weight loss goals while maintaining a healthy balance of muscle mass and body fat reduction.
Our program includes:
- Weekly semaglutide injections
- DEXA scans to measure body composition and track muscle preservation along with weight loss
- Nutritional counseling to support lifestyle changes and healthy eating habits
- Wellness treatments, including cryotherapy, skin tightening, and cellulite reduction
- Flexible financing and payment options and membership discounts for other cosmetic services
We know that achieving your weight loss goals involves more than just shedding pounds—it’s about creating lasting, healthy habits. Our medical providers, overseen by Dr. Louis P. Bucky, actively participate in your entire weight loss journey, ensuring that every aspect of your care is tailored to your needs and overall health.
Benefits of Semaglutide for Weight Loss
Patients who use semaglutide as part of their medical weight loss program often experience a wide range of benefits, including:
- Effective appetite suppression and reduced cravings
- Better control over blood sugar levels and food intake
- Significant reductions in body fat and BMI
- Lower blood pressure and improved cholesterol
- Long-term improvements in overall health and lifestyle changes
While individual results may vary, many patients experience sustained weight management and long-term success.
FAQs About Semaglutide Weight Loss Injections
Semaglutide treatment is approved for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher (classified as obesity) or those with a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related health condition such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol.3 It is ideal for those who have struggled to achieve weight loss through diet and exercise alone.
As with any weight loss medication, there may be potential side effects. Some patients report constipation, nausea, or mild digestive discomfort.4 Rest assured that our team is here to monitor your progress and adjust your treatment plan if needed. Our medical providers offer thorough follow-up care and support to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Most patients notice changes within the first few weeks of semaglutide treatment, but more significant weight loss results typically occur after 12 weeks or longer. Individual results vary based on factors such as adherence to the treatment plan and lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
Semaglutide has been FDA-approved for long-term weight management. Clinical trials have shown it to be effective and safe for extended use, with many patients maintaining their weight loss after completing the program. However, ongoing follow-up with our medical providers is essential to ensure the treatment continues to meet your needs.
Combining semaglutide treatment with healthy lifestyle changes is key to achieving and maintaining weight loss goals.5 Our program includes expert nutritional counseling and support to help you adopt sustainable dietary habits and an exercise routine that complements your treatment.
The duration of semaglutide treatment varies for each individual. Many patients continue taking it for several months to achieve their weight loss goals, while others may require longer-term use to maintain their results. Your provider will work with you to determine the best plan for your long-term health.
Real Results, Real Success
I completed the Medical Weight Loss program at the Bucky Body Center and it was truly transformational!! I not only lost unwanted weight gained through maturity and menopause, but was able to maintain my muscle mass for better longevity. Having state-of-the-art DEXA scan technology to assess true body composition, an incredible team of nurses, physician assistants, a nutritionist, top-notch personal trainers, and Dr. Bucky to oversee the whole process...their program is unmatched in our region. I can't speak highly enough about the entire journey. I am over a year out from my program and have maintained my weight and healthier habits that have been an incredible wellness boost!! They have the complete package for weight loss success.K.R.
K.R.
Take the First Step Toward a Healthier Future
Begin your medical weight loss journey in Philadelphia at Bucky Plastic Surgery, where our personalized, science-backed approach to weight management is designed to deliver the results you deserve. Contact us today to learn more about how semaglutide and our comprehensive wellness program can help you achieve your weight loss goals and maintain long-term success.
1 Drugs.com. Semaglutide. https://www.drugs.com/semaglutide.html. Accessed September 26, 2024.
2 Nature Medicine. Long-term weight loss effects of semaglutide in obesity without diabetes in the SELECT trial. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-024-02996-7#. Accessed September 26, 2024.
3 Mayo Clinic. Who qualifies for semaglutide injections? https://diet.mayoclinic.org/us/blog/2024/who-qualifies-for-semaglutide-injections/. Accessed September 26, 2024.
4 Frontiers in Public Health. Gastrointestinal adverse events associated with semaglutide: A pharmacovigilance study based on FDA adverse event reporting system. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9631444/. Accessed September 26, 2024.
5 UCLA. Semaglutide for weight loss – what you need to know. https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/semaglutide-weight-loss-what-you-need-know. Accessed September 26, 2024.
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