Sacramento’s Only Double Board-Certified Obesity Medicine & Bariatric Surgery Specialist
Dr. Machado is Double Board certified in Obesity Medicine and Bariatric Surgery and has a unique perspective of both interventions. Obesity medications have evolved, but there are over 10 medications available that support weight loss. Evaluation by an experienced provider and correct nutritional guidance is necessary to obtain the best outcome from weight loss medications.
Dr. Machado combines thoughtful approaches with medications in combination with expert nutritional guidance to maximize weight loss with medications. Correct nutrition is necessary to assure muscle to maintained and fat is lost. Careful dosing and proper expectations with rates of weight loss can minimize side effects and maximize results. Understanding what medications may offer is critical to assessing your decision to proceed with obesity medication therapy.
Am I a candidate?
Obesity medication interventions are generally recommended for patients with a body mass index (BMI) range of 27-35. Patients at higher weight ranges are generally best suited for surgery. Patients with serious medical conditions, like Type II diabetes, are best suited for surgery. Obesity medications have a range of effectiveness, meaning that some patients may respond better than others to the same therapy. Dr. Machado has the experience to evaluate your unique needs and can create a customized medical obesity plan for you.
Ongoing management
Obesity medications require proper nutrition to achieve fat loss and preserve muscle. Complex dietary management can make all the difference in outcomes and is guided by Dr. Machado and her experienced dietitian, Lori Bauer, MS, RD. The results from obesity medications require ongoing use and dietary management to maintain results. Overall weight loss is less than with bariatric surgery, but early intervention and ongoing management may prevent surgery for patients at lower levels of obesity.
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Dr. Machado has a comprehensive medical obesity program that can be tailored to fit your unique needs.
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