The Truth About GLP-1s for Weight Loss

Dr. James Koehler and Kirstin break down the myths vs. facts of GLP-1 weight loss meds. Are they the magic fix people think they are? What’s the difference between the two? And what really happens after the weight comes off?

Dr. Koehler clears up common misconceptions, tells us what side effects to expect (and how to handle them), and explains why a cosmetic surgery office might just be the best place to get these meds.

Spoiler: We help patients reach a healthier weight first—then fine-tune things with the right procedures for the best results.

Find out:

What's the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?
How fast do people typically see results?
Surprise perks of GLP-1s beyond weight loss
Do these injections hurt? And what if you hate needles?
Are you losing muscle too? How do you keep your gains?
Once you hit your goal, what’s the maintenance plan?

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About the podcast

Alabama the Beautiful is the cosmetic surgery podcast co-hosted by Dr. James Koehler, a surgeon with over 2 decades of expertise in cosmetic surgery and his trusty co-host Kirstin, your best friend, confidante, and the snarky yet loveable “swiss army knife” of Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery.

Have a question for Dr. Koehler or Kirstin? Record your voicemail at https://alabamathebeautifulpodcast.com/ and we’ll answer it on the podcast.

Eastern Shore Cosmetic Surgery is located along the Eastern Shore just off of highway 98 at 7541 Cipriano Ct in Fairhope, Alabama.

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Contents of this video:
00:00 - What are GLP-1s and why are they called the skinny shot?
02:08 - What’s the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?
04:30 - How our patients benefit from GLP-1s
07:00 - Can I use GLP-1s to lose 10-15 lbs?
10:45 - How GLP-1s can help women with PCOS
11:20 - How GLP-1s can help get rid of visceral fat
12:00 - Common side effects of GLP-1s
13:17 - When will I see results from weight loss medications?
14:00 - Benefits of GLP-1s outside of weight loss
15:10 - Where do our GLP-1s come from?
16:10 - What if I’m afraid to self-inject GLP-1s?
16:40 - Dr. Koehler’s experience with GLP-1s
17:50 - Risks of losing muscle mass on weight loss meds
20:00 - Taking care of loose skin after semaglutide
21:30 - Maintenance plans on GLP-1s to prevent rebounding
22:50 - How to get started on GLP-1s
23:10 - Kirstin’s experience on semaglutide
24:00 - Takeaways