He led the landmark STEP clinical trials for Novo Nordisk that brought semaglutide to market, co-authored the influential Lancet Commission framework distinguishing clinical from preclinical obesity, and has written multiple books on the subject including a phenotype-based guide for clinicians and the popular Six Factors to Fit
For a 250-pound person, that represents 50 or more pounds, results that were previously achievable only through bariatric surgery
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GLP-1 medications may be right for you if: Your BMI is 30 or higher (obese), or 27+ with a weight-related condition such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol You've struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone You do not have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2 syndrome You are not currently pregnant or planning to become pregnant You are willing to commit to lifestyle modifications alongside medication During your consultation, Dr
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