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Medication for Weight Loss: Supporting Your Journey
There is no ‘silver bullet’ to achieving lasting, healthy weight loss. On the contrary, weight loss must be considered in the context of a combination of complex physical and mental health and lifestyle factors, all working together to address the root cause of your excess weight.
At Obesity Surgery WA, we understand that achieving a healthy weight can be challenging. For those who struggle with diet and exercise alone, medically-guided prescription weight loss treatments can provide valuable support. Designed to work alongside lifestyle changes, these medications help you achieve sustainable results safely and effectively.
Prescribed weight loss medications, in tandem with diet and lifestyle changes and under the guidance of and with the support of medical specialists, can make a real difference in achieving long term success with your weight loss program.
Diets to help you lose weight
Diets can be an effective starting point for weight loss for many, helping to shed excess kilos in the short term. To sustain these results, though, building sustainable healthy habits and gaining a better understanding of calorie content in foods (and how they can impact your weight), can help pave the way for long-term success and a more balanced lifestyle.
Our Perth dietitians offer a wide range of diets to help you lose weight, and they will work with you to tailor a program to your individual needs.
It’s vital that any weight loss program be medically supervised.
When considering weight loss medication, it's important to understand that the effectiveness of available medications differs for different people. As such, carefully trialling medication under the supervision of your doctor to understand which one, or which combination, is the most appropriate for you, is vital.
How do weight loss medications work?
Controlling Appetite
These medications help reduce hunger and curb cravings by influencing appetite-regulating hormones or brain signals.
Enhancing Satiety
They promote a feeling of fullness, so you eat less and stay satisfied longer, reducing overeating.
Supporting Metabolism
These drugs improve how your body processes food and energy, boosting calorie burn or reducing fat storage.
Who are weight loss medications suitable for?
Weight loss programs that potentially integrate prescription medications are typically suitable for individuals with:
- A BMI of 30 or higher
- A BMI of 27 or higher and an accompanying weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure
In Western Australia, a BMI of 30 or higher is classified as obese.
What are the potential benefits of weight loss medications?
Effective Results
Weight loss medications can lead to meaningful and sustained weight loss when used alongside a healthy diet and regular exercise, supporting long-term goals.
Improved Health
By reducing excess weight, these medications lower the risk of obesity-related conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea.Enhanced Wellbeing
Losing weight can improve physical energy, mental health, and self-esteem, contributing to a better overall quality of life.At Obesity Surgery WA, our team assesses your health history, current condition, and long-term health goals to determine if medication is right for you.
For every patient, we provide:
- Tailored plans based on your medical history and weight loss goals
- Ongoing monitoring via regular check-ins to track progress and manage potential side effects
- Lifestyle support combined with nutrition and exercise advice for the best results
Important! It’s very important to note that there are risks associated with the use of any weight loss medication as part of a weight loss program. Side effects may include mild gastrointestinal symptoms, fatigue, or appetite changes. Serious side effects are rare and will be discussed during your consultation.
Take the first step
When combined with a holistic approach toward improving your health and vitality, weight loss programs can be a powerful tool. Contact Obesity Surgery WA at 08 9332 0066 or book online to explore how these medications can help you achieve lasting results. Together, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs.
About Obesity Surgery WA: Our 6 commitments
Taking surgery seriously
We know that entering into an operation is a big deal and we are very serious in getting the best outcome for you. We practice what is considered to be a world class standard. Our staff regularly attend national and international conferences and bring back what is the latest research and technology.Running on time
Our Surgeons and all of our staff try their best to run on time. Although it's not always possible, our commitment is that we do our best. Your time is valuable and we respect that.Readily available
Our surgeons (or at least one of them) are always available in a crisis. Some of them may provide you with a direct contact, but all are available through the hospital switchboard and happy to chat any time if there is a crisis.An obsessive attention to detail
We do our best to not miss anything. Every stitch, every staple and every clip is applied to exactly where it needs to be with the greatest care possible.Commitment to performing the best operation possible
Not all operations are the same and there a few extras that we do to make things better. We know that our results are better with the minimiser ring so we offer it to everyone. We know that reflux can be an issue so we try to tighten every oesophageal hiatus to make reflux control as good as possibly can be.Useful links
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About
Obesity Surgery WA is lead by Dr Harsha Chandraratna. After graduating at UWA, Harsha began his surgical training and was made a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2001. Dr Chandraratna understands the impact of obesity. He personally had sleeve gastrectomy surgery, which gives him a really deep level of understanding when he works with his patients on a daily basis.
Meet our team
Dr. Harsha Chandraratna
Consultant Surgeon
MBBS FRACS