Beverly Hills
Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) is an antidiabetic treatment that primarily treats type 2 diabetes but is also used for weight loss. The medication mimics hormones that regulate appetite and food intake. Its impact is a feeling of being full, a reduction in appetite, and slower gastric emptying. All these factors reduce total caloric intake. Award-winning aesthetic provider Dr. Robert Dorfman offers Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) in Beverly Hills and the surrounding Los Angeles area as part of the weight management program at Done By Dorfman. Please read below for more information.
Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) is a medication available in solution form and administered weekly as injections. It is a GLP-1 (S) receptor agonist that mimics the GLP hormone, making you feel fuller and less hungry. Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) has been successful in promoting weight loss by regulating blood sugar levels and metabolism. It has been used for long-term weight management and has helped many patients achieve a boost in their body image and self-confidence.
Our patients who have received Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) in Beverly Hills and the surrounding Los Angeles area have enjoyed its quick and high-impact results. Other benefits include:
The best candidates for Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) are those who want to lose weight in a non-surgical manner and are beyond the benefits of diet and exercise. Ideal candidates will have some of the following characteristics:
Your Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) Journey with Dorfman
The first step in getting Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) in Beverly Hills at Done By Dorfman is to schedule a consultation. During this appointment, Dr. Dorfman will talk to you about your medical history, your weight loss goals, and your concerns. As he examines your target areas for weight loss, he will outline the pros and cons of taking an antidiabetic medication like Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S), ensuring he manages your expectations. He will also emphasize that this medication should be taken in conjunction with a controlled diet and a regular, healthy lifestyle. This is a great time to ask him any questions about the treatment.
If you both agree to proceed with the treatment, he will design your treatment plan, which you can then take to our patient coordinator to schedule the beginning of your treatment sessions.
On the day of your first Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) injection, you will be received by our staff, who will help you get settled in the treatment room. Once you are ready, Dr. Dorfman will inject you with your first dose. Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) is administered using a fine needle, usually inserted into the adipose tissue of the abdomen, thigh, or arm. The entire appointment takes thirty minutes.
After the injection, our team may monitor you for a short while to ensure there are no side effects. Some patients might feel side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or constipation. These symptoms are typically mild and decrease over time. Not all patients experience these side effects.
Patients will be given instructions to care for the injection site and manage any side effects they experience.
The cost of Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles area will depend on the amount of weight you need to lose, the volume of medicine required, and Dr. Dorfman’s fees, among other factors. Patients should schedule a consultation at Done By Dorman to determine a plan that can be priced out.
Dr. Robert Dorfman is a hair transplant surgeon and aesthetic doctor with a special interest in hair restoration, aesthetic anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. Due to his extensive experience and leadership in the field of aesthetics, he would be an excellent choice for your Semaglutide (GLP-1) (S) treatment.
Dr. Dorfman was accepted to Northwestern University’s Combined BS/MD Honors Program in Medical Education. He also completed a Master’s Degree in the History of Medicine at the University of Oxford. Dr. Dorfman then had internship and residency training in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at UCLA before launching his private practice in Beverly Hills, the Done by Dorfman™️ clinic. Dr. Dorfman now regularly sees patients in Los Angeles, Miami, and New York. Dr. Dorfman is also the founder and CEO of the Hair 1 Thousand Corporation, a medical-grade haircare and technology company that provides innovative non-surgical hair restoration solutions to men and women nationwide. Dr. Dorfman has authored many peer-reviewed scientific publications and lectured both domestically and internationally.
