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Get to know your weight loss options

With so many weight loss options out there, it can be hard to know which one will help you best achieve your goals.

Three common options:

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Endoscopic procedures

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Prescription medications

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Bariatric surgeries

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Endoscopic procedures

There are minimally invasive, endoscopic procedures that may help with
weight loss, including ESG (Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty), TORe (Transoral Outlet Reduction), and the Orbera™ Intragastric Balloon. These options use special devices and go through the mouth.

Prescription medications

There are many different medications that may help with weight loss, including Zepbound‡, or GLP-1s like Ozempic‡ and Wegovy‡. These options involve daily or weekly doses that are taken by the mouth or via injections.

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Bariatric surgeries

There are many different surgeries that may help with weight loss, including sleeve gastrectomy (SG), Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch. These options involve surgery to remove or reduce the stomach size, and may also include adjustments to the intestinal or digestive tracts.

Five things to consider when determining a weight loss option.

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Overall objectives

How much weight are you hoping to lose, and over how much time? What weight loss options have you already tried?

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Type of procedure

Are you looking for a surgical, minimally invasive or pharmaceutical option? Do you know which options you're eligible for? Each weight loss option has its own unique indication and eligibility criteria, so not all options are available to all people.

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Common risks and
side effects

What are the most common risks or side effects associated with each option, and how might they impact your day-to-day life?

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Costs and insurance coverage

What type of insurance coverage, FSA or HSA savings are available to you, or what potential out of pocket costs could there be?

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Anticipated recovery time

How long or short of a recovery time will you be able to accommodate? What type of lifestyle changes will you incorporate along with your options?

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Want to learn more?

See how the Endura Weight Loss Solutions range of minimally invasive options may be able to help.

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