GLP-1 Weight Loss Medication
In Chicago & Glenview, IL
Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa in Chicago & Glenview, IL is led by Dr. John D. Rachel, MD, FACS, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is quadruple board-certified.
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Weight Loss Injections
Lose Weight
Fast and Safely With Semaglutide Injections
“For years I struggled with my weight and tried every diet known. Nothing worked until I got help from a doctor who helped me lose weight safely and for good!”
Semaglutide injections are a fast and effective way to lose weight. It helps to reduce appetite and increase metabolism, leading to rapid weight loss. It is a safe and effective treatment for those looking to lose weight quickly and safely.
Semaglutide is a prescription medication used for weight loss that works by mimicking the effects of the hormone GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist). This hormone helps to control appetite, slow digestion, and increase the feeling of fullness. By reducing hunger and cravings, Semaglutide makes it easier to maintain a healthy diet and exercise plan. It is usually used in conjunction with lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise to help people achieve their weight loss goals.
Who is
a good candidate for semaglutide injections?
How long
does it take to lose weight on semaglutide?
The amount of time it takes to lose weight with semaglutide will vary depending on the individual and their lifestyle. Generally, it can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to start seeing results.
Follow up appointments may be required to check up on your progress.
How do
I get started?
We’re offering comprehensive wellness consultations with a weight loss physician to discuss the program and whether it might be right for you. Get started in three easy steps!
- Step 1: Call or text to schedule your consultation. You’ll speak with a weight loss physician to discuss the program and whether it might be right for you.
- Step 2: Lab Work & Medical Evaluation. Schedule an appointment by calling our office at 312.846.1629. During your consultation, your provider will discuss your health goals and determine if you are an appropriate candidate. If you are a good candidate, a full health and hormone panel is done through a simple blood test, sometimes on the same day so no additional visit is needed.
- Step 3: Review the Results & Treatment Plan. Once the results are back in 2 weeks, our office will schedule a follow-up appointment where your provider will review the results with you in detail along with a recommended treatment plan.
Why Choose
Dr. Rachel
You want a clear recommendation, realistic expectations, and results that still look like you. At Chicago Aesthetics Surgery & Med Spa in Chicago and Glenview, we start with an anatomy-led plan based on your goals. We’ll tell you what we think will work, what won’t, and why. We explain your options in plain language, including what we would not recommend, so you can feel confident with your decision.
Dr. John D. Rachel, MD, FACS is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. He is quadruple board-certified in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, and the American Board of Facial Cosmetic Surgery. He completed residency training in Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Wayne State/Detroit Medical Center and a Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the Beeson Cosmetic Surgery Institute. He has been in practice since 2001, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and has published peer-reviewed research in facial plastic surgery and skin rejuvenation.
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