Addressing Myths and Misconceptions in Obesity hosted by Dr. Holly Lofton

Misconception: “Weight loss medications obtained online are safe and effective.”

Misconception: “Weight loss medications obtained online are safe and effective.”

Myth: “Lifestyle modification is not as important once a weight-loss medication is started.”

Myth: “Lifestyle modification is not as important once a weight-loss medication is started.”

Myth: “All long-term weight-loss medications provide similar weight loss.”

Myth: “All long-term weight-loss medications provide similar weight loss.”

Myth: “Drugs should not be used to treat obesity, because weight will only be regained once weight-loss medications are discontinued.”

Myth: “Drugs should not be used to treat obesity, because weight will only be regained once weight-loss medications are discontinued.”

When am I a candidate for weight-loss medication?

When am I a candidate for weight-loss medication?