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Weight Loss Medical Services

Stop struggling alone with weight management. Our physicians utilize advanced, customized medications tailored specifically to your needs, combined with personalized guidance to help you achieve sustainable, long-term results. By prescribing compounded prescriptions, we provide offer the same powerful benefits as leading treatments.

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Vangarten Health Benefits

 

  • Same Day Prescription Availability

  • Reduced Pricing 

  • Same Weight Loss Benefits

Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals with Doctor-Trusted Personalized Care

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Take the guesswork out of weight loss with personalized treatment plans designed for long-term success. From tailored medication options, like GLP-1s, to expert-guided adjustments, our 100% online doctor-approved plans and care ensures you stay on track and in control.
 

  • Personalized plans tailored to your lifestyle and goals

  • Access to proven treatments - people lost an average of 15% body weight in clinical studies*

  • No hidden fees, no insurance required 

  • Adjust medications & dosages anytime with licensed providers

  • Your journey, your results - trusted care every step of the way.

Book an Appointment

Book a 20-minute appointment through our easy-to-use online portal. Personalized care and weight loss solutions are just a few clicks away!

What is GLP-1?

 

GLP-1 is a hormone your body naturally makes, mostly in your gut. It helps regulate how your body handles food by controlling blood sugar, digestion, and appetite. Think of it as your body’s built-in tool to help you feel full and keep your blood sugar steady.
 

How It Works for Weight Loss
 

  • Boosts Insulin: It helps your body release more insulin when you eat, which keeps your blood sugar in check.
     

  • Reduces Sugar Spikes: it decreases glucagon levels which lowers blood sugar.
     

  • Slows Digestion: Food stays in your stomach longer, so you feel full for a longer period of time.
    Controls Cravings: It helps curb your appetite, so you eat less.
     

Why It’s Important:

 

GLP-1 plays such a big role in controlling appetite and digestion that it’s a target for highly sought after medications designed to help people lose weight. These medications mimic the effects of GLP-1, helping you eat less and lose weight by enhancing the positive aspects of what your body  does naturally.

What is a Semaglutide?

 

Semaglutide is a medication designed to act like the hormone GLP-1, which helps control blood sugar and appetite. It works by mimicking GLP-1's effects in the body, making it a powerful tool for managing both diabetes and weight loss.  
 

How It’s Used:
 

  • For Diabetes: Helps lower blood sugar levels by improving how your body uses insulin.
     

  • For Weight Loss: Reduces appetite and makes you feel full  so that you eat fewer calories and lose weight fast.
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Why It’s Popular:

Semaglutide is long-lasting, so if you’re using it as an injection (like Ozempic or Wegovy), you only need to take it once a week. For weight loss, it helps people eat less and stay on track with their goals.

What is Tirzepatide?

 

Tirzepatide is a dual-action medication that works as both a GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) and aGIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) receptor agonist. These hormones help regulate blood sugar levels and appetite, making it effective for managing type 2 diabetes and promoting weight loss.

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How it's Used:

 

  • For Diabetes: Helps lower blood sugar levels by improving how your body uses insulin.
     

  • For Weight Loss: Reduces hunger and supports fat loss when combined with a healthy diet and exercise plan.
     

Why it's Popular:

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Tirzepatide has gained significant attention because of its dual mechanism of action, which makes it highly effective for both diabetes management and weight loss. In clinical trials with  participants losing an average of 15-20% of their body weight. This success has made it a sought-after option for those struggling with obesity or weight-related health conditions, particularly as it addresses both metabolic health and appetite regulation.

Name Brand Varieties

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  • Ozempic: Mainly used for managing blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes.
     

  • Wegovy: Specifically approved for weight loss and obesity management.
     

  • Rybelsus: A pill version of semaglutide for diabetes.
     

  • Mounjaro: A dual-action injectable medication primarily used to manage blood sugar in people with Type 2 diabetes, with additional benefits for weight loss.

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Compound Prescriptions

​​​Compounded prescriptions are custom-made medications that use the same active ingredients as brand-name drugs like but at a lower cost. They’re personalized to fit your exact needs, like adjusting dosage or avoiding allergens, and remain accessible even when brand-name options are in short supply. You get the same results with compounded prescriptions, only cheaper, faster, and tailored just for you!

Book an Appointment

Book a comprehensive 20-minute appointment through our easy-to-use online portal. Personalized care and weight loss solutions are just a few clicks away!

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Patient Testimonials

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"I chose Dr. Angert to help me with my long-suffering gut issues and edema, because his bio stated that he is a holistic dr who looks into both eastern and western medical solutions. I chose well because he is empathetic, kind, easily reachable, doesn't waste time, quick with brilliant diagnosis, thorough and offers excellent treatments."
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Saturday                   12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sunday                      2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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