Weight Loss/Management

What is weight loss/management?

Weight loss management at WellAxis Health involves custom weight loss plans tailored to your specific needs, medical history, food preferences, lifestyle, and goals. 

Dr. Okorie customizes a plan that includes dietary and other lifestyle modifications, as well as taking weight loss medications when necessary, to make healthy weight loss/management feel like a breeze.

What are the benefits of medical weight loss/management?

The benefits of weight loss/management with WellAxis Health include:

• Easier and faster weight loss
• More energy
• Long-lasting results
• Customized nutrition and exercise plans
• Mood improvements
• Better sleep
• Lower blood pressure and cholesterol
• Enhanced blood sugar control
• Reduced risk of chronic diseases
• Improved disease management
• Optimized quality of life

Everyone’s weight loss journey looks different, but Dr. Okorie can help you develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.

What can I expect during medical weight loss/management?

During medical weight loss at WellAxis Health, Dr. Okorie meets with you virtually and discusses your weight, height, body mass index (BMI), medications, and lifestyle. He also reviews your medical history and weight goals to create a medical weight loss program that’s best suited to you.

Your personalized weight loss/management plan may consist of:

• Custom meal plan
• Exercise recommendations
• Dietary supplements
• Stress management
• Lifestyle coaching
• Weight loss medications
• Chronic disease management
• Behavioral changes

WellAxis Health offers routine follow-up appointments to help you stay on track with your program. Dr. Okorie can alter it as needed to ensure long-term success.

It’s also helpful to get 7-9 hours of sleep, keep your body moving often, avoid smoking and excess alcohol, and use relaxation techniques to ease stress. Examples include yoga, tai chi, meditation, mindfulness, and deep breathing.

How long will it take to reach my goal weight?

The time it takes to achieve your weight goal depends on the amount of weight you’d like to lose, your initial weight, your body’s metabolism, and how well you adhere to your medical weight loss plan. You might lose about 1-5 pounds weekly. Call Dr. Okorie anytime with questions throughout your body transformation journey.

Schedule a virtual weight loss/management appointment at WellAxis Health by calling the office or using the online booking feature today.