Obesity

More than 41% of people in the United States are classified as obese. If you struggle to eliminate excess body weight, turn to PrimaryWerx, a telehealth primary and urgent care practice based in Saint Johns, Florida. Highly trained physician assistant Jennifer Matthews, PA-C, provides medically supervised weight loss programs virtually, so you don’t have to leave your home or office. Schedule a telehealth obesity consultation by phone or online today.  

What is obesity?

Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, while a BMI of 25-29.9 is classified as overweight. To determine your BMI, multiply your body weight in pounds by 703. Then, divide the number by your height (in inches) two times. 

Carrying excess body weight increases your risk of physical and mental health issues. PrimaryWerx provides highly effective, convenient, virtual medical weight loss solutions that help you achieve and maintain your target weight.

What are the risks of obesity?

Obesity increases your risk of:

• Fatigue
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Depression
• Anxiety 
• Heart attack 
• Stroke
• Some cancers
• Infertility
• Lung issues
• Poor quality of life
• Arthritis and joint pain
• Memory problems

Jennifer helps you achieve your target weight safely, effectively, and quickly without feeling hungry or tired.

What are the benefits of obesity treatment?

If you’re obese, losing weight offers the following perks:

• Lower risk of diseases
• More energy
• Improved ability to exercise
• Better disease management
• Mood improvements
• Better quality of life
• Leaner appearance

Medical weight loss can help you better manage diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, arthritis, and other chronic conditions.

What should I expect during obesity treatment?

During telehealth appointments at PrimaryWerx, Jennifer meets with you to review your current body weight, body mass index (BMI), and target body weight. She also addresses your medical history, symptoms, medications, and lifestyle habits.

Jennifer discusses your typical diet and exercise routines and ways to make small changes to achieve dramatic weight-loss results. She may recommend you take dietary supplements or meal replacements, try stress reduction techniques, get more sleep, or avoid alcohol and smoking.

If you’re a candidate for weight loss medications, Jennifer offers prescriptions to speed up weight loss, reduce your appetite, and make weight loss easier. These may include FDA approved prescriptions for obesity, including GLP-1 medications, semaglutide, and other FDA indicated medications.

Jennifer can also help you manage any chronic diseases during your weight loss journey. She combines evidence-based medicine with patient-centered care.

Follow up with her routinely for weigh-ins, health education, nutrition counseling, and weight loss plan changes whenever necessary. 

To beat obesity, schedule a telehealth evaluation at PrimaryWerx by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.