Weight loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and other GLP-1 drugs have changed the conversation around obesity treatment. Many patients are seeing meaningful results, often losing 15 to 20 percent of their body weight. But one of the most common questions we hear at Oregon Weight Loss Surgery is this: What happens when you stop taking…
Medications used for medical weight loss have changed the conversation around obesity and metabolic health. Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have helped many people lose significant weight, improve blood sugar control, and feel hopeful after years of frustration. But a question that is coming up more and more often in exam rooms and online searches…
At Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, we understand that weight management is a challenging journey, and medications like GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists) may seem like a quick fix. While these medications can offer short-term weight loss, it’s important to recognize what happens when you stop taking them. Discontinuation can lead to frustrating and often discouraging…
Obesity treatment has entered an exciting era with two powerful options: GLP‑1 receptor agonist medications (such as semaglutide and tirzepatide) and bariatric surgery (including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass). But while clinical trials often promise dramatic results, how do these approaches perform in day‑to‑day medical practice? Two recent studies—one reported by Reuters at the American…
In recent years, weight loss injections like semaglutide have surged in popularity. These medications promise significant weight loss without the need for surgery, making them a tempting option for individuals struggling with obesity. However, as with any quick fix, there are important factors to consider—side effects, long-term efficacy, and a looming shift in insurance coverage….
Jakob Emerson Original story: The ‘old – fashioned’ weight loss method being embraced by insurers As insurers continue to face major financial pressures related to covering weight loss drugs, many are steering more patients toward bariatric surgery to achieve similar results. “Insurance companies are seeing that they’re getting more reliable outcomes and savings in the…
In the ever-evolving landscape of obesity management, patients and healthcare professionals alike are presented with an array of choices. One notable trend in recent years has been the comparison between weight loss surgery, medications, and the use of less invasive endoscopic therapy such as intragastric balloons. In this blog, we’ll delve into the effectiveness of…
The role of exercise and physical activity in weight loss can’t be overstated. It is an absolutely critical component of maintaining a healthy weight and improving health and wellbeing — not just for a short time, but for a lifetime. Oregon Weight Loss Surgery recommends a routine of physical activity and exercise for all our…
As a parent, you may have wondered how to help your overweight child lose weight. It’s a natural question; after all, you want what is best for your kids. Kids grow quickly and keeping them at a healthy weight is important. Healthy, fit kids are usually more self-confident, better learners, and are less likely to…
As we get older, our metabolism slows down, and the pounds can add up easier. Abdominal fat — aka visceral fat — is linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and fatty liver, so it’s important to try to lose excess fat in that area. Not only will your waistline look and feel better, but…