Meal Replacements and Very Low Calorie Diets
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by Prab R. Tumpati, MD, Medical DirectorPosted on

Meal Replacements and Very Low Calorie Diets

Meal replacements and structured low-calorie plans may help selected patients when medically monitored.

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Meal Replacements and Very Low Calorie Diets at W8MD

Key takeaway

Meal replacements and structured low-calorie plans may help selected patients when medically monitored. W8MD helps patients compare options with attention to eligibility, side effects, insurance, affordability and long-term maintenance.

Why medical supervision matters

Prescription weight loss treatment requires review of medical history, medications, lab needs, sleep symptoms, pregnancy status, contraindications and follow-up. This is especially important for GLP-1 medications and combination therapy.

Next steps

Patients can request a W8MD evaluation through the Brooklyn or Philadelphia offices or telemedicine when appropriate. Bring medication history, insurance information and prior weight loss attempts to the visit.

Brooklyn / New York City

W8MD Weight Loss, Sleep & MedSpa2632 East 21st Street, Suite L3
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Phone: 718-946-5500
Fax: 718-946-5502
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Philadelphia

W8MD Philadelphia1718 Welsh Road, 2nd Floor, Suite C
Philadelphia, PA 19115
Phone: 215-676-2334
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