Froedtert & MCW Workforce Health is proud to introduce a new comprehensive weight-loss management program that is simple for employees to use and easy for your benefits team to manage.
It is no secret that the new injectable Glucagon-like peptide-1 agonists (GLP-1) medications for weight loss (common names are Ozempic® and Wegovy®) have become extremely popular. These powerful tools work best when combined with lifestyle changes.
Our new GLP-1 weight loss program does just that. Combining lifestyle changes like diet and exercise with the medication and clinical oversight and support has resulted in 76% of patients achieving a weight loss of 5% and greater.
GLP-1 medications are a high-cost option and must be managed appropriately to ensure patients achieve the desired response. Our program includes the following benefits:
- Monthly appointments (30-60 minutes) for six months with a clinical pharmacist to ensure proper dosing and tolerability of the medications
- Routine appointments (30 minutes) with a registered dietitian or health coach to promote lasting lifestyle changes
- Safe achievement of weight loss and the creation of long-lasting healthy habits to maintain goal weight
- Regular weight checks and review for any adverse effects
- Shared financial responsibility between employer and employee
- Transition to a different weight loss method if unsuccessful
with GLP-1
Contact Workforce Health for more information about how this program can benefit your team.
About the Author
Patrick Fitzgerald, MD, FAAP, is the medical director for Workforce Health Wellness, Workplace Clinics and FastCare® Clinics at the Froedtert & MCW health network.