Weight Loss
We customize Weight Loss Programs to fit your needs. For most people, simply losing weight is the best thing they can do for their health. Two-thirds of Americans are overweight and one-third are obese. Obesity is not a character flaw; there are a combination of things that contribute to this metabolic disorder. At Performance Medicine we evaluate and address these different factors. We understand that everyone is different, so our programs are customized to fit each individual.
Nutrition Lifestyle Program
The Nutrition Lifestyle Program is a 3 month program that was designed by Dr Rogers and a team of professionals that includes a nutritionist, psychologist, physical therapist and exercise physiologist. The program starts with an in-depth health visit that includes reviewing your health history and physical condition, and discussion about hormones and other issues that may affect weight and any lab tests needed. The program teaches you how to eat (it's not a diet), why you eat and you how to exercise to improve health and fitness. We provide accountability and encouragement as you make good choices and change habits.
Included are:
- Medical consult appointments with Dr. Rogers and nurse practitioners
- Weekly Vitatrim shots and phentermine
- Educational nutrition booklet by Dr. Rogers that contains sample menus, tips for eating fast food, psychological tips and education on how to interpret food labels
hCG: Rapid Weight loss diet
The hCG program is a medically supervised 6 week program and only suitable for those who want rapid weight loss and are able to commit to a 500 calorie diet and daily injections for 3-4 weeks. One to two pounds per day of abnormal fat around abdomen and hip area are typical of the weight loss achieved on this diet and you can actually change your body without surgery. You will feel great and not be hungry!
The hCG program is based on Dr. Simeon’s research and has been used around the world by doctors for more than 30 years. This pregnancy hormone sheds the abnormal fat from your body, NOT the useful fat you need for structure and energy. Please beware of internet scams selling varieties of this diet. Our program is Physician- supervised and we provide weekly support groups to help you during the program.
Also, it must be noted, while hCG is FDA approved for fertility use, it has not officially been approved for any other use. Like all medications, it must be prescribed by a doctor. If interested, please schedule an appointment to talk with Dr. Rogers about whether hCG is right for you.
Included are:
- Medical consult appointments with Dr. Rogers and nurse practitioners
- Weekly Vitatrim shots and phentermine
Vitatrim Shots
Vitatrim is a weekly energy boosting and fat burning injection that Dr. Rogers and Dr. Bob Harshbarger (compounding pharmacist) have developed during years of helping patients lose weight. Vitatrim is built around 5 amino acids and several vitamins. This is NOT a B12 shot which alone is not useful for weight loss. Though many have tried, we have yet to find any product that duplicates or exceeds this shot's efficacy. This amazing shot is so good that Dr. Rogers routinely uses it himself for energy!
Phentermine
This appetite suppressant is an option if deemed safe for you to take short term by Dr. Rogers. If you prefer non-stimulant suppressants, these are available as an alternative.