Weight Loss

What is medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes is a medically supervised weight loss treatment that increases your chance of successfully getting and keeping excess weight off long term. Dr. Fiacco can offer medical and hormone related therapies in addition to diet and exercise counseling. Medical weight loss is highly effective and can drastically improve your life.

What are the benefits of medical weight loss?

Some of the many benefits associated with medical weight loss at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes include:

  • A lower risk of chronic diseases

  • Better disease management

  • More energy

  • Improved self-esteem

  • Long-lasting, safe weight loss

  • Medical supervision

Your chances of effective weight loss and long-term healthy weight management increase when choosing medical weight loss with endocrinology specialists at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes.

What happens during my first weight loss appointment?

During your first medical weight loss appointment at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes, Dr. Fiacco reviews your medical history and weight history, checks your vital signs, and completes a physical examination.

He might recommend you undergo blood tests or other forms of diagnostic testing to assess hormone levels, vitamin and mineral levels, blood sugar, and other chronic disease indicators.

Dr. Fiacco works with a weight loss team that can counsel you about additional healthy lifestyle changes you can make. 

Based on the results of diagnostic testing, a treatment plan will be developed with you.

What should I expect during subsequent weight loss visits?

During subsequent weight loss appointments at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes, Dr. Fiacco evaluates your weight and vital signs. Weight loss is monitored and questions you have are answered along the way.

Don’t settle for being overweight or obese when effective weight loss solutions are available at Element Endocrinology and Diabetes. Book an appointment to achieve a healthier weight today.