Our Naturopathic Weight Loss Doctor and team of primary care physicians specialize in Functional Medicine strategies to Weight Loss which achieve Fast, Safe, and Effective results. The weight loss programs are offered in Gilbert, AZ and the surrounding East Valley communities of Chandler, San Tan Valley, Mesa, and Queen Creek, AZ by Board-Certified Naturopathic Physicians and primary care doctors Dr. Dylan W. Krueger, NMD, and Dr. Michelle Barraza, NMD.
Overview of Weight Gain
America is experiencing an unprecedented health crisis with rapidly increasing rates of both adult and childhood obesity. Two thirds of our adult population are overweight and obese which predisposes them to many chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, thyroid conditions, and heart disease to name a few. We have the highest obesity rate out of all developed nations and the highest cost of healthcare related to preventable conditions. Many patients don’t even know that their diabetes was preventable and that they can actually reverse it by making the proper diet and lifestyle modifications. What’s worse is that now are children are developing type II diabetes at increasing rates. In fact, type II diabetes used to be called adult onset diabetes but has changed its name because young children frequently develop it now. The upside is that with proper education, diet, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle, obesity is easily reversible and quality of life can be restored.
Signs of Weight Issues
- Continued Weight Gain
- Decreased Energy
- Joint / Muscle Pain
- Increased Sweating
- Hypertension
- High Cholesterol
- Low Libido
- Sleep Apnea
Causes
- Hypothyroidism
- Low Testosterone
- High Estrogens
- Metabolic Syndrome
- High Stress
- Poor Sleep
- Standard American Diet
Conventional Medical Care for Weight Issues
Before receiving treatment for weight gain and obesity, family medicine doctors and primary care doctors must first rule out conditions that cause weight gain. These may include condition such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, depression, hormonal imbalances, and high cholesterol. Common screening blood-work such as TSH, T4, CBC, Liver Function Tests, Fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c), and Cholesterol Panels often aid in diagnosing or ruling out weight generating conditions.
If the patient is diagnosed with hypothyroidism (high TSH, low T4) initial treatment with Synthroid (levothyroxine) will begin. If the patient has type II diabetes, Metformin will usually be prescribed or insulin depending on severity. Patients with high cholesterol are started on statin medications such as Lipitor (atorvastatin). For the patients that have weight gain without a specific medical condition causing it, doctors will consider weight loss medications. Commonly prescribed weight loss drugs include Phentermine and other stimulants. Weight loss surgery is also common for obese patients who are unresponsive to other therapies or elect to skip these therapies and go straight to surgery. Common weight loss surgical options include bariatric surgery, bypass surgery and gastric banding.
Naturopathic Weight Loss Doctor
Our Top Rated team of board-certified physicians in Gilbert, AZ have years of weight loss experience and a new result driven approach that has achieved sustained weight loss. Our doctors run detailed lab-work to not only make appropriate diagnoses, but also to gain a greater understanding of each patients physiology. Our clinic also orders genetic testing, micronutrient testing, as well as food allergy testing. These advanced diagnostics leave no stone unturned and deliver every piece of the patients health picture.
Weight loss treatment can be initiated after the diagnosis and assessment is completed by our physicians. Specific diagnoses such as hypothyroidism, hormonal imbalances, and type II diabetes will be managed and reversed with our wellness programs. Weight gain that is undiagnosed can also be treated with our wellness weight loss programs and online educational curriculum. Every patient will receive customized plans that are perfectly adapted and tailored towards their lifestyle by our weight loss team. This feature creates structure and easy to follow steps that generate long term results.
Benefits of Naturopathic Weight Loss Doctor
- Sustained Weight Loss
- Abundant Energy
- Improved Muscle Tone
- Mental Clarity
- Online Health Curriculum
- Nutritional Mentoring
At Atlas Health, our Top Rated team of Naturopathic Doctors have years of weight loss experience with patients in Gilbert, AZ. Our detailed screening lab-work goes beyond conventional care to create a clearer and holistic assessment of our patients. The weight loss wellness program is an easy to follow step by step system that utilizes customized care, nutraceuticals, nutrition, and hands on health mentoring by our top rated team of doctors. This unique approach as allowed our patients to lose weight and keep it off for sustained results. For more information about the Weight Loss Wellness Program, our Weight Loss Doctor at Atlas Health, Naturopathic Medicine, Stem Cell Therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma, or our Gilbert, AZ location, please contact us at: 480-648-1534 or email us at: atlashealthmedicalgroup@gmail.com.
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