Weight Management

More than 73% of adults in the United States carry excess body weight. At Collierville Family Health in Collierville, Tennessee, family nurse practitioner Felicia Hamilton-Gray, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, and the rest of the compassionate staff offer medically supervised weight management, including weight loss medication prescriptions, to help you move toward your target weight. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking a visit online today.

What is medical weight management?

Medically supervised weight management at Collierville Family Health uses customized nutrition plans and weight loss medications when necessary to make it easier to achieve your target weight without feeling hungry or deprived. Felicia monitors you during your personalized weight management program to ensure you obtain your goals in a safe, healthy manner.

What are the benefits of medically supervised weight management?

Medical weight loss at Collierville Family Health provides the following benefits and more:

• Faster, easier weight loss
• Lower risk of chronic diseases
• Enhanced disease management
• More energy
• Reduced body fat
• Better sleep
• Lower blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels
• Reduced need to take medications for chronic diseases
• Improved mood and overall mental health
• Increased self-confidence
• Longer-life expectancy

Achieving your goal weight can significantly enhance your quality of life in numerous ways. 

Which weight management solutions are right for me?

Felicia completes an initial weight loss evaluation by checking your blood pressure and other vital signs, weighing you, determining your body mass index (BMI), and discussing your goals. 

She also completes a physical exam and reviews your medical history, medications, symptoms, usual diet and exercise regimen, and other lifestyle habits to determine which weight management plan is the most appropriate. 

What should I expect during medical weight management?

Medical weight management at Collierville Family Health may consist of the following components:

• Weight loss medication (semaglutide, tirzepatide, etc.) prescriptions
• Customized nutrition plans
• Exercise recommendations
• Dietary supplements
• Nutrition education 
• Behavioral changes
• Stress management 

Felicia can also help you manage a chronic disease, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, during your weight loss journey. She follows up to ensure effective, lasting results. 

How much weight will I be able to lose?

It’s common to lose about 1-5 pounds weekly during medically supervised weight loss, depending on your initial weight, goals, and how well you adhere to your program. Felicia helps you stay on track with your plan, maintain healthy habits, and maintain your goal weight for a lifetime. 

Are you ready to achieve your target body weight? Schedule a weight management evaluation today at Collierville Family Health by calling the office or booking an appointment online.