What results can I expect?
Jumpstart Medicine's program encourages rapid weight loss, usually averaging 2 to 5 pounds per week. Most patients feel great, have no cravings, and stay highly motivated due to quick results which they can see and feel. Your results will depend on many factors, including your starting weight, other medical conditions, and individual program design.
How will I achieve these results?
We offer a comprehensive medical program which includes an initial evaluation, body composition analysis, lab tests, EKG, and, when indicated, FDA-approved prescription medication. We implement a low-calorie nutritional program and a moderate exercise plan.
How do I know if this program is right for me?
When we see you for the initial consultation, we will measure your weight, body mass index (BMI), body fat percentage, and waist circumference. Taking these and other factors into consideration, we will recommend a program aligned with your needs and goals. The majority of our patients are looking to lose 10 to 100 pounds in order to reach their ideal body weight. For these patients, a physician-supervised medical weight loss program may be the safest and wisest way to lose weight.
Can you tell me more about the medication?
Taking medication is always your choice. Some of our patients do not take medication while many of our patients do opt for medication. The medications we use are FDA-approved and have been on the market for 30 to 50 years depending on which medication you are given. They have very strong safety profiles and we tailor dosages for each patient's needs. We find that the most common side effects are dry mouth and insomnia that usually goes away after the initial 2 to 3 days.
Does the program offer other benefits besides weight loss?
The many potential health benefits include lower blood pressure, lower blood-sugar levels in people with diabetes, lower serum cholesterol, reduced risk of stroke and heart attack, improvement in arthritis symptoms, reduced risk of certain forms of cancer, and more. Weight loss can reduce or eliminate the need for daily and lifelong medications related to these conditions.
You can also expect higher energy levels, better-fitting clothes, improved mood, and greater self-confidence with your weight loss.
How long will I stay on the program?
Your individual needs may vary, but most patients follow the acute weight-loss phase for 8 to 24 weeks. After they reach their goal weight, patients are transitioned to a maintenance phase during which they learn how to improve their eating habits while living a healthier lifestyle.
How is Jumpstart Medicine different?
When we see patients initially, we always ask them what diets or programs they have tried in the past. The usual answer is, "What haven't I tried?" Past attempts have been plagued by hunger, cravings, low energy, and even sub-clinical depression. It's not surprising that most attempts are derailed by these factors or that in 2 to 3 years, 95% of people regain the weight they lost.
At Jumpstart Medicine, we offer all the tools to ensure that your weight loss is not plagued by hunger, cravings, low energy, or other difficulties. Our nutritional program teaches you healthy eating habits and our exercise program is very manageable. We design a maintenance program after you reach your goal weight. We do not sell replacement meals or shakes. We are a medical practice solely focused on weight loss. And unlike other medical weight loss programs in the area, our physician personally evaluates and treats you. We understand that your decision to lose weight requires a life-changing commitment. We encourage you to write down any questions you might have and call us for an initial consultation.