The WEIGHT is over!

Our Weight Loss & Wellness Program is what you’ve been waiting for! Our Team at Chao Plastic Surgery is very excited to be on this life-changing journey with you! Please be sure to read the following information regarding the wellness and weight loss program. 

WELLNESS & WEIGHT LOSS CENTER

After months of research, prep, recruitment, and development, we are so excited to launch the first-of-its-kind Wellness & Weight Loss program at Chao Plastic Surgery!

This medically backed, results-driven program offers customized support with the latest medical products available to support you on your journey.

Depending on your program selection determined at your free consultation with our team, your custom program could include -

  • Semaglutide: Semaglutide is an injectable prescription medication that works in the brain to decrease appetite and thereby reduce food intake. GLP-1 is a native hormone that is released in response to food intake and acts as a physiological regulator of appetite. Semaglutide is 97% similar to your body's own GLP-1. It works in the hypothalamus, where it interacts with specific neurons involved in the regulation of appetite and food intake. Semaglutide increases feelings of satiety and decreases hunger. As a result of its mechanism of action, patients taking semaglutide feel satisfied and eat less food, leading to weight loss. This medication is delivered via injection to increase absorption effectiveness. It is injected once or twice weekly. It is used as an adjunct to diet and exercise.

    Tirzepatide: GLP-1 RA (glucagon-like peptide - 1 receptor agonist)/ GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) prescription medication to aid in weight loss, used in conjunction with diet and exercise. This differs from semaglutide as semaglutide does not affect GIP.

    GLP-1/ GIP: GLP-1 is a hormone that is produced in response to the intake of food. The receptors within the pancreas, gastrointestinal tract, heart and brain are what potentially play a role in diabetes, weight management and the cardioprotective effects of GLP-1 RA. GIP is a hormone that stimulates the release of insulin.

    How does this aid in Weight Loss?

    • Stimulates insulin secretion and decreases glucagon secretion

    • Increases insulin sensitivity

    • Has effects on metabolism, such as promoting fat oxidation and decreasing hepatic gluconeogenesis.

    • Works to slow down gastrointestinal motility, increase satiety, as well as potential protective effects of decreased acid production from the parietal cells and increased intestinal mucus secretion

    • Communicates with the hypothalamus in the brain, regulating the appetite by increasing satiety

    LipoStat+: Vitamin injections ensure 100% absorption of the active ingredients into your body by providing a direct delivery of nutrients into the body’s tissues. These vitamin injectables have many health benefits that help achieve the patient’s desired weight loss, such as suppressing appetite, building muscle, and establishing the foundation for a healthy immune system. These injections are intramuscular (injected into the muscle) and are done twice weekly. LipoStat+ has the following 5 components.

    • Methionine: Helps break down sugars & carbohydrates and convert them to energy.

    • Inositol: Converts food to energy.

    • Choline: Aids in healthy nerve cells, cuts muscle recovery time, and helps convert fat to energy.

    • Hydroxocobalamin (B12): Energy, healthy nerve cells.

    • Pyridoxine (B6): Promotes red blood cell production and converts food to energy.

  • Skinade is a peach and mangosteen flavoured daily skincare drink that boosts your body’s natural production of collagen and hyaluronic acid, improving your skin’s elasticity and youthful appearance in as little as 30 days.

    This multi-award winning beverage was formulated by leading UK scientists with a perfect ratio of liquid to functional ingredients with the goal to create the most advanced and effective bio-available product on the market today.

    Call us today to schedule your direct shipment of your next Skinade order!

  • Vitamin Injections & Infusions

    Feeling rundown? Fatigued? Vitamin injections may be just what your body needs. Most Americans suffer from vitamin deficiencies that lead to these common problems. Vitamin supplementations are an effective way to strengthen your immune system, increase energy levels and jumpstart weight loss.

    IV/IM vitamin and nutrient supplements can provide needed vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids far more effectively than pills alone with higher dosages, better absorption and faster delivery of specified targeted supplements to the cells throughout your body.

  • Cryotherapy causes blood vessels to narrow, reducing blood flow to the skin and muscles. The cold temperature also lowers inflammatory substances in the blood, which may reduce swelling and inflammation.

ABOUT OUR PROGRAM

You will be required to undergo formal medical clearance by Chao Plastic Surgery Staff.  This testing is performed to review your medical history and order additional tests if warranted to safely clear you to participate in the program. If appropriate, prescription medication will be ordered specifically to meet your needs and provided to you by Chao Plastic Surgery. Additional supplements may be added to your program as well. Certain medications will be provided to you by Chao Plastic Surgery as well. 

REMEMBER: This is a MARATHON, NOT A SPRINT!  Please be patient and try not to obsess about the scale.  Keep your eye on the big picture.  You will experience non-scale victories. These are as important (if not more important) than the numbers on the scale.

TRUST THE PROCESS

It is not unusual for patients to undergo significant emotional “ups and downs” during this process. Factors such as underlying stress, medications, and/or psychological tendencies can result in patients experiencing frustration and feeling discouraged.  Having a partner, family member, or friend who is supportive can help with this process. 

Understanding the stages of emotional “ups and downs” can help patients stay calm and committed to the process.  Mood swings (especially sadness), worry and frustration are common emotions.Don't be overly critical!  You can be a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time! Over the weeks and months, you will likely start seeing the positive changes and you will begin to feel much better. Your quality of sleep may improve, and sleep is critical in this process. 

Please be sure to read through all of the folder content provided to you by Chao Plastic Surgery.  There is a lot of information to process.  It is essential that you don't become overwhelmed and know that we are here to help and guide you on this journey. 

If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call the office at 518-203-2582.