GLP-1 Weight Loss Programs in Toronto, Ontario

If you’re struggling to maintain a healthy weight, consider a medically supervised GLP-1 weight loss program at Toronto Plastic Surgeons. Weight loss programs use injectable medications to help reduce food cravings and regulate blood sugar levels. These weight loss treatments can also help improve metabolic function. TPS providers combine the proven use of energy based devices for additive localized fat reduction and skin tightening while you are achieving weight loss goals with your Ozempic GLP-1 injections.

The most popular injectable medications for weight loss include Semaglutide and Tirzepatide. Both medications are highly effective and are approved for weight loss programs in Canada. Depending on your desired results, a plastic surgeon may recommend pairing one of these injectable medications with body contouring. Body Contouring and skin tightening devices like the Morpheus8, EvolveX, Emsculpt Neo, CoolSculpting are combined to improve skin tone, stimulate muscles and reduce stubborn localized fat collections that can be resistent to GPL-1 injections.

If you want to shed a few pounds or enhance your physique, Toronto Plastic Surgeons is here to help. Here’s what you need to know about GLP-1 weight loss in Toronto.

Treatment options available for GLP-1 weight loss programs 

Several different treatment options are available for individuals who struggle with weight loss. During your consultation, a plastic surgeon will discuss the options with you and help you decide which option is best for your desired results.

Injectable treatments

GLP-1 weight loss programs use injectable medications to help stabilize blood sugar levels, reduce cravings, and make you feel full for longer. Injectables paired with a nutrient-rich diet and an active lifestyle can provide patients with next-level results.
Several non-surgical weight loss programs are approved in Canada. The most popular options include:

• Ozempic®: A weekly injection formulated with Semaglutide.
• Wegovy®: A weekly injection formulated with Semaglutide.
• Mounjaro®: A weekly injection formulated with Tirzepatide.
• Saxenda®: A daily injection formulated with Liraglutide.

These injectable treatments are designed to be injected on a daily or weekly basis.

Energy-based device body contouring 

Energy-based device body contouring uses a variety of different devices to help target stubborn fat in the abdomen, flanks, arms, buttocks, and thighs. These minimally invasive treatments can help with both skin tightening and fat reduction. The most popular body contouring devices for weight loss include:

• Morpheus8® Body: Requires one to three sessions to see desired results and best for tightening skin in the arms, abdomen, and knees.
• CoolSculpting®: Requires one to three sessions to see desired results, and best for targeting stubborn fat in the abdomen, flanks, and arms.
• EvolveX Transform™: Requires six to eight sessions to see desired results, and best for reducing fat in the arms, abdomen, or thighs.
• Emsculpt NEO®: Requires four to six sessions to see desired results, and best for targeting stubborn fat in the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs.

Combining GLP-1 medication with body contouring 

Depending on your desired results and current weight, your TPS doctor may recommend combining GLP-1 medication with body contouring energy based devices. This is the best way to maximize fat loss and tighten skin while improving muscle tone.

Ideal candidates for GLP-1 weight loss programs 

Patients with prediabetes or hypertension with a BMI ≥ 30 or ≥ 27 can benefit from GLP-1 weight loss in Toronto. If you’re struggling to lose weight even after adjusting your diet or exercise routine, these treatments can help streamline the weight loss process.

Who should avoid GLP-1 weight loss programs?

These weight loss treatments are not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. GLP-1 weight loss programs are also not recommended for patients struggling with liver issues, Pancreatitis, or thyroid cancer.

GPL-1 weight loss programs benefits 

Most patients see an average weight loss of 15-20% of their total body weight in as quick as six to 12 months. The results may vary from patient to patient. Patients who pair injectable medications with a nutrient-rich diet and a consistent gym routine see quicker results.
These treatments can also help improve your overall health, providing long-lasting benefits to your cardiovascular system and metabolic function.

Combining energy-based device contouring can improve localized shape and fat reduction as well as maintain optimized skin tone and tightening while losing weight.

GPL-1 weight loss programs process 

GPL-1 weight loss injectable medications are injected weekly or daily into the upper thigh, upper arms, or the stomach. While you can self-inject these treatments on your own, we recommend coming into the clinic with your GPL-1, so the TPS team can monitor your weight adjust your dosage, review your diet and you can undergo your energy based device contouring treatment. Your TPS physician, surgeon, or provider will schedule regular follow-ups to check in on your progress.

Energy-based body contouring cane use heat, cooling and ultrasound energy to break down fat cells. Some treatments use cryolipolysis to freeze the cells, while others use RF energy to break down the fat cells and stimulate collagen production. These technologies are minimally invasive and require less downtime. Combining these techniques with your GPL-1 injections can lead to the best contouring results.

Results and Expectations

Most patients start to see a reduction in body fat in the first six to 12 weeks. The majority of weight loss will occur in the first six months of treatment. After the first six months, the results will start to plateau. When paired with body contouring, the results may be even quicker. The best way to maintain the results is to adjust your diet and adopt healthier habits.

Maintenance injections of GPL-1, dietary review and energy based device skin tightening will be recommended and implemented to ensure long term success.

Risks and Side Effects

Patients who experience rapid weight loss are more likely to struggle with loose or sagging skin in the abdomen, arms, or thighs. Reduced muscle tone may also occur in these areas.
This is one of the reasons, TPS combined energy based treatments with GPL-1 injections

Immediately after using GPL-1 injectable medications, patients may experience nausea, bloating, and constipation. These symptoms should subside after a few hours. In rare cases, patients may develop gallstones or thyroid issues. During your initial consultation, your plastic surgeon will discuss the different risks and side effects you can expect from the treatment so you can decide what’s right for you.

Cost of  GPL-1 weight loss programs 

The cost of GPL-1 weight loss programs in Toronto will vary, depending on the clinic you visit and the dosage. Combining injectables with body contouring can also increase the overall cost. However, many clinics offer bundled deals and personalized treatment plans. Most GPL-1 medications cost around $300 to $600 a month. Depending on your medical treatment plan, you may need to pay around $100 to $300 extra for the lab work, follow-ups, and medical supervision.

If you combine GPL-1 with body contouring treatments, you can expect to pay around $4,000 to $6,000 for the entire weight loss program in Toronto, combining GPL-1 injections, nutritional support and energy based devices treatments and non-liposuction body contouring.

Dr. Tam at Toronto Plastic Surgeons, is cosmetic physician and reconstructive urogynecologist, and has hands-on expertise developing personalized weight-loss programs for patients, combined with Energy Based Devices. Dr. Tam here to help guide you through the process and answer any questions or concerns you may have before starting treatment. During your initial consultation, we’ll also sit down with you to discuss the pricing and financing options we have available at our wellness center.

Why Choose TPS?

If you’re ready to start your weight loss journey, Toronto Plastic Surgeons is here to help. We offer personalized weight loss treatment plans and free patient consultations. We’ll sit down with you to explore treatment options and provide expert recommendations based on your medical history and desired results.

Contact us today for a free consultation.

Conclusion: GPL-1 weight loss programs 

GPL-1 weight loss programs are an effective treatment option for weight loss. However, if you want to tighten the skin, tone your muscles, and target stubborn pockets of fat, you’ll want to consider pairing GPL-1 with body contouring. Body contouring is a safe and effective way to target your individual concerns. Combining both treatments is the best way to guarantee quick, efficient results.

Once you’re ready to take the next step, schedule a consultation with TPS to learn more about Non-surgical weight loss in Ontario.

Why Dr. William Tam

Dr. William Tam is one of Canada’s only certified uro-gynecologists with extensive reconstructive and surgical expertise in the female pelvic floor. In addition Dr. Tam is uniquely positioned as both a board certified and renowned reconstructive and oncologic uro-gynecologic surgeon and an aesthetic physician to deliver Body Contouring energy based results in combination with GPL-1 injections.