What is Medical Weight Loss?

The meaning of the term “medical weight loss” has changed with the arrival of weight loss medications such as GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide. While these medications can help you lose weight, most people would rather not take them forever. Sustaining lasting weight loss requires a comprehensive program of education and behavioral changes customized to your needs and lifestyle. 

What is Medical Weight Loss?

Healthy weight loss requires much more than just medication. While weight loss medications can help you eat fewer calories, they do nothing to help you with other important factors, such as:

• Sustaining your body with appropriate nutrition for your age and biological needs
• Building and maintaining muscle mass
• Experiencing the cardiovascular and other health benefits of physical activity
• Developing long-term relationships with a medical team that supports you mentally and physically

Dr. Stile’s medical weight loss program begins with an extensive assessment of your health and body composition, including medical testing and measurements. He then develops an individualized program of healthy nutrition, physical activity, and sustainable behavior changes. While some providers of “medical weight loss” simply provide medications, Dr. Stile and his team focus on your long-term success.

What Results Will I See With Medical Weight Loss?

Each person’s weight loss journey is unique, and Dr. Stile will help you set realistic goals so you can enjoy success as you reach your milestones. While you may start to see small changes on the scale within a few weeks of beginning the program, the healthiest way to lose weight is a gradual process. 

Each person will also lose a different amount of weight depending on their starting weight, health, and many other factors. While BMI is one tool used to measure body mass, each person’s healthy weight will vary. Medically supervised weight loss allows you to achieve and maintain your health over time. 

Are There Any Side Effects With Medical Weight Loss?

While medications such as semaglutide can have significant side effects, Dr. Stile’s comprehensive medical weight loss program generally has no side effects. If you take supplements, you may experience minor effects such as stomach upset and constipation. The effects of improving your nutrition and physical activity are almost universally positive.

Am I a Good Candidate for Medical Weight Loss?

Many factors contribute to your success with medical weight loss, but one of the biggest is your commitment to participate in the program and work with your team to keep your goals achievable. Good candidates are typically concerned with their body weight and want to lead a healthier lifestyle and maintain a slimmer figure. 
If you are at or close to your desired body weight but have specific areas of fat you struggle to get rid of, Dr. Stile and his team offer surgical options such as liposuction and nonsurgical options such as CoolSculpting®. While very effective for body sculpting, these procedures are not intended to assist with weight loss.

Dr. Stile and his staff will make you feel like you’re family. They really care and it shows. I had a breast augmentation, tummy tuck and liposuction. Dr. Stile is very talented. I couldn’t be happier results. I highly highly recommend him!

– Elicia L.

Best plastic surgeon in Las Vegas. Picking the best doctor to perform procedures is important and I wouldn’t chose any other plastic surgeon. My eyes still look great!

– Susan S.

I’m a mother of 2 and I recently had a breast augmentation done by Dr. Stiles. I had a lift with an implant. I explained to Dr. Stiles that I wanted full and perky breast, but I didn’t want them to be too large . He achieved the perfect look for me! My entire experience has been wonderful thus far. His assistant Cynthia is also amazing. She was available to address my concerns day or night. If you are looking for a cosmetic surgeon in Vegas. I highly recommend Dr. Stiles and his entire staff.

– Caren M.

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Want to learn more about what you can expect from medical weight loss? Please fill out the form on this page to request an in-person consultation, and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Stile Aesthetics will reach out to you promptly. You can also call our office directly at (702) 551-6603.

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Dr. Frank L. Stile, MD, FACS

Dr. Frank L. Stile is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. His office is in Las Vegas. The office is luxuriously appointed and has won awards for original designs and decor. His practice provides the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Stile has had the privilege of helping over 10,000 patients achieve their cosmetic surgical goals. Originally from New York City, Dr. Stile graduated high school at the age of 15 and began medical training at the City University of New York’s Accelerated 7-year combined Undergraduate and Medical School Program. He completed his clinical training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. His post-doctorate training included 12 years of residency. During that time, Dr. Stile received specialized surgical training at four academic institutions of excellence. He is the published author of articles and book chapters in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery literature. He has presented research at National and International Plastic Surgery Conferences. Dr. Stile regularly visits with leaders in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, facilitating the exchange of ideas and constantly refining his techniques. Dr. Stile has long held an interest in the martial sciences, specifically mixed martial arts. His personal and professional relationships with the stars of MMA have made him the most trusted and requested plastic surgeon by champions of the sport. Dr. Stile has innovated and published techniques for both treating new facial injuries and preventing recurrent injuries in “cut-prone” fighters. His work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Maxim Magazine, and Real Fighter Magazine, in addition to numerous television and radio shows. Dr. Stile is an avid illustrator, painter, and sculptor. His work adds to the decor of both his home and office. He is also the published author of two children’s books. His greatest accomplishment, second only to being a husband and father, was the establishment of the Frank L. Stile Foundation in 2011. The goal of this non-profit was to serve and support the needs of children in crisis. To date, this initiative has helped provide over TEN MILLION meals for food insecure children and their families in addition to providing resources for medical care.

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