How much can I expect to lose? How Fast?
It depends on many things. How much weight you need to lose is a big factor. The more weight you have to lose, the faster you will lose it. The person who exercises will lose faster than the person who doesn’t. Age & sex are also a large factor. Everyone is different and loses weight at a different rate but these medications will help you to lose easier and faster than ever before.

Are the medications dangerous? 
The medications that we use are FDA approved and have been around for many years. You will be under the supervision of Dr. Weitzner and his staff.

What are the side effects?
Some people get a dry mouth. We encourage you to drink a lot of water which also speeds up the weight loss process. You also will have increased energy. Most patients welcome that side effect. You might have difficulty sleeping at first. We will do everything to alleviate the side effects and make it a pleasant experience.

How do you decide which medications to put me on?
Dr. Weitzner goes over your medical history, your eating patterns, the different medications that we offer, their side effects, and together you will decide on the best medication for you. Everyone is different and has different needs, habits, and lifestyles. We will figure out which medications best suits you and your lifestyle. We can also change medications if needed. You will be medically supervised and your medications will be adjusted to fit your needs and lifestyle.
 
How much overweight do I need to be?
You do not have to be morbidly obese for this program. If you are overweight, have a history of obesity in your family, have weight-related problems such as diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, joint pain, back problems, you qualify for our program. Some patients need help maintaining weight loss. We know that an extra 10 lbs. can seem like 100. We also know that the last 10lbs. is the hardest to lose. We are here to help you lose it and keep it off.
 
Do you accept insurance?
We do not. Most weight loss programs are considered elective and therefore not covered by insurance.
 
How do I know if I qualify for your program?
As long as you have normal blood pressure, or blood pressure controlled by medication, don’t have glaucoma, you can use our medications. If you have any doubts or questions regarding your eligibility, please call us.
 
How is your medication different than “over the counter” medications?
Our medications are FDA approved and can only be obtained thru a Doctor. OTC medications usually make you feel shaky, irritable, and just plain lousy. That is not the case with ours. You will feel energized, in control of your appetite, and be supervised by a Doctor.
 
Do I need to make an appointment?
Yes. Call us at 212-737-4644 to schedule an appointment. We try not to keep patients waiting therefore it’s important to schedule an appointment.
 
Please feel free to call Naomi  at 212-737-4644 if you have any more questions. She will be happy to go over everything with you. Everything is confidential. Losing Weight is very difficult, it takes a lot of hard work, determination, and commitment. We understand how hard it is to lose weight and are here to help you.