Weight Management
HELPING YOU LIVE LIFE MORE BEAUTIFULLYHeadingAre you struggling to achieve and maintain your ideal body weight? At Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology in Chicago, we offer medical weight loss programs to address the specific issues that are impeding your weight management efforts. Our renowned weight loss plans are meticulously tailored and physician-supervised to ensure safety and effectiveness.
What Is a Medical Weight Management Program?
Our medical weight loss programs in Chicago are designed to target underlying causes of weight gain like hormonal imbalances, nutrient deficiencies, and metabolic dysfunction, so it is easier for the patient to maintain a stable, healthy body weight. Every program is planned and supervised by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Quenby Erickson, who brings years of expertise in integrative, evidence-based care.
Dr. Erickson takes a whole-body approach to weight loss and long-term wellness, starting with a comprehensive evaluation that involves lab work, body composition analysis, and a thorough assessment of your medical history. These diagnostic steps allow her to identify nutrient deficiencies, thyroid conditions, and hormone imbalances that may be contributing to weight gain and/or the inability to lose weight.
From there, Dr. Erickson creates a customized care strategy based on the patient’s needs. Our weight management programs may include:
- Biote® hormone optimization
- Weight loss injections (GLP-1 or GLP-2 injectable medications)
- Supplements
- IV and injectable vitamin therapy
Benefits of Medical Weight Loss
Patients who choose Dr. Erickson for medical weight loss in Chicago enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Personalized treatment based on lab results, medical history, and metabolic profile
- Safe, physician-guided care
- Improved metabolism with targeted vitamin and nutrient supplementation
- Hormone optimization to support lean muscle, fat reduction, healthier metabolism, and increased energy
- Reduced appetite and cravings with GLP-1/GLP-2 injections
- Enhanced energy and motivation from optimized nutrition and vitamin therapy
- Sustainable results through a whole-body, science-backed approach
Am I a Candidate for Medical Weight Loss?
You may be a strong candidate if your body mass index (BMI) is 25 or higher and you are unable to maintain a healthy weight despite following a balanced diet and exercising regularly. Symptoms like low energy, poor sleep, mood swings, sugar cravings, or stubborn fat in certain areas can all point to deeper physiological dysfunction that a personalized medical weight loss program can address.
Candidates include patients with thyroid disorders, insulin resistance, or other metabolic conditions. Patients experiencing hormonal imbalances, such as due to perimenopause, menopause, or andropause, are often good candidates for a weight management plan involving targeted treatment that goes beyond lifestyle changes.
During your consultation, Dr. Erickson will assess your health history, symptoms, and lab work, and speak with you about your goals to determine if a physician-supervised weight loss program is right for you.
Our Medical Weight Loss Services in Chicago
Weight Loss Injections
GLP-1 or GLP-2 injectable medications are often incorporated into our medical weight loss programs. These medications work to fight hunger cravings and make it easier for patients to consume fewer calories throughout the day. The frequency and dose of your weight loss injections will be based on your unique needs and goals, as will the duration of your injectable weight loss medication treatment.
Hormone Optimization for Weight LossHormonal imbalances can dramatically affect your ability to manage your weight. The body’s natural production of key hormones like testosterone and estrogen declines as we age, and this often leads to a range of disruptive symptoms. In terms of weight management, hormone imbalances can contribute to:
- Increased fat accumulation, particularly in the midsection
- Difficulty maintaining muscle mass, which causes you to burn fewer calories
- Poor sleep quality and/or fatigue, making it difficult to consistently exercise
Dr. Erickson offers Biote® bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to restore optimal hormone levels. BHRT not only supports weight management but also helps alleviate other symptoms of hormone imbalance, such as mood swings and low libido, so you can feel like yourself again.
Nutraceuticals and Supplements
Dr. Erickson may recommend oral supplements from the Biote® Nutraceuticals product line to resolve nutrient deficiencies, boost energy, and support metabolism. These products are clinically formulated for maximum absorption and efficacy and can help correct internal imbalances that may be interfering with your weight loss progress.
Injectable and IV Vitamin Therapy
Intravenous (IV) and injectable vitamin treatments help correct nutrient deficiencies that can slow metabolism and hinder weight loss. These therapies are especially beneficial for patients experiencing low energy, stalled progress, or weight loss resistance due to underlying cellular dysfunction.
We offer B-12 and vitamin D injections to support fat metabolism, energy production, and hormonal balance—key factors in shedding excess weight. We also offer injectable and IV NAD therapy to enhance mitochondrial function, improve insulin sensitivity, and help the body burn fat more efficiently.
Weight Management FAQs
How much does medical weight loss cost in Chicago?
The total cost of a physician-supervised weight loss program in Chicago is affected by the type or types of treatments involved, diagnostic testing fees, and other factors. The price of your weight management program will be reviewed with you once Dr. Erickson has determined the ideal treatment approach for your needs.
How long does it take to see results with medical weight loss?
Results timelines for weight loss vary, as every patient is unique. Most patients begin seeing changes within the first few weeks, especially with injectable medications and hormone therapy.
Being diligent about following a nutritious, balanced diet and exercising regularly is essential for optimizing your results and maintaining them long-term. Dr. Erickson will discuss a realistic timeline for achieving your weight loss goals during your consultation.
Are GLP-1 weight loss injections safe?
When prescribed by a qualified medical provider like Dr. Erickson as part of a supervised medical weight loss program, GLP-1 medications are considered a safe treatment option for many patients. Dr. Erickson thoroughly reviews each patient’s medical history to determine if GLP-1 injections are a suitable choice, and she closely monitors each patient throughout their weight loss treatment.
Can hormone imbalance cause weight gain?
Yes. As the natural production of key hormones like estrogen and testosterone declines with age, such as with menopause and andropause, it is common to experience a range of changes in how you feel and function that can make weight management incredibly challenging.
Common symptoms of low testosterone in men and low estrogen in women include slower metabolism, increased fat storage, decreased muscle mass, and fatigue. Fortunately, BHRT can help restore optimal hormone levels to mitigate these symptoms, making it easier to reach and maintain your target weight.
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