Shauna Levy, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Medical Director of the Tulane Bariatric and Weight Loss Center. Dr. Levy is double board-certified in General Surgery and Obesity Medicine.
Let’s plan not just to lose weight but keep it off this coming year!
Every holiday season, people, articles, and social media promote new diets or resets or reasons to be more disciplined in the new year. But the reality is, you’ve tried all that stuff; it hasn’t worked and is very unlikely to work this time, too. Studies show diet and exercise alone aren’t enough for most people if you’re trying to lose more than five to 10 pounds and keep it off long term. That’s okay! We’re here to help.
At Tulane Bariatric and Weight Loss Center, we’re armed with several options to help you lose weight and live healthier lives! Wegovy, a groundbreaking medication, empowers patients to shed an average of 15% of their total body weight. Additionally, the latest anti-obesity drug, Zepbound, has demonstrated remarkable results, leading to a 20% total body weight loss for patients.
Another option is weight loss surgery. The Tulane Bariatric Center is accredited by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Weight loss surgery is incredibly safe and usually can be performed in one to two hours with one overnight stay in the hospital. Best of all, potential weight loss ranges from 20% to 50% of total body weight.
Remember, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone; the Tulane Bariatric and Weight Loss Center is here to support you! Tulane’s health insurance for employees covers all these weight loss options. Call 504-988-2274 to schedule an appointment today!