At Thames Skin Clinic our goal is to look after all aspects of health and wellbeing. We understand that throughout life we have different focuses and challenges. Sometimes we easily achieve our goals and sometimes we need a little help.
Thames skin clinic is delighted to be a certified member and partner with The National Medical Weight Loss Program. This exclusive program provides an effective, reliable solution to help lose weight and keep weight off. The weight loss treatment contains the prescription medication liraglutide, otherwise known as Saxenda.
Weight management consultations are conducted through a CQC registered clinic on Harley Street.
Saxenda has been licenced by the FDA since 2014 and in the UK. Sicne 2017. As with many medications Saxenda’s unique weight management effect was discovered when the medication was used for a totally different condition. It was discovered that patients taking Liragultide (the name of the drug in Saxenda) were able to control their appetite and did not crave foods in the same way as their peers.
Treatment is
The Thames weight management is a bespoke treatment designed specifically for you following consultation. We discuss your medical history at your new patient consultation goals from treatment. Following your initial appointment you will need some blood tests before commencing your program.
We would ask you to postpone treatment if you were pregnant or breastfeeding. Treatment may not suitable if you have some other health problems.
Treatment is very safe while following the Thames Weight management guidelines. We always have help at hand should you need extra support.
You should not expect any pain from treatment other than very minimal discomfort.
Side effects from treatments may occur in the initial weeks, however this is normally short lived.
There is no down time when part of the Thames Weight Management course. In fact we encourage up and out time as all plans come with a daily exercise commitment.
First your medical history will be taken followed by an examination relevant to weight management. Full body profile analysis and blood tests are reviewed before starting on step 1 of the weight management plan. You will have regular reviews booked in by phone and body analysis assessment in clinic.
Your comfort levels and expectations are important factors which are considered in your consultation.
Dr Hemming will be able to discuss the options most suitable for your weight management concerns following examination.
Side effects are minimal.
There are some contraindications to treatment which will be discussed in your consultation.
Injection site tenderness and mild bruising may occur.
In the initial period Saxenda can cause nausea.
It should not to be used if pregnant or breast feeding as we have no research to prove it is safe for your foetus or child.
Care must be taken if diagnosed with neurological or bleeding disorders, currently suffering with a skin infection or allergy or taking particular medication. Your specialist will be able to advise you further.
Please discuss any current medication with the doctor, especially if you are taking aspirin on Ibuprofen. Medication may need to be stopped before treatment.
Injectable treatments for weight loss should be prescribed and managed by a medically trained professional, preferably a registered doctor.
We often get asked about the cost of treatment. At Thames Skin Clinic we pride ourselves on results rather than focus on the price of a treatment, it is more important that we get the correct quality of product rather than offer cut price treatments, products and services (especially when it comes to medical treatments). You will never see Thames Skin Clinic advertising services on social coupon sites such as Groupon as we believe they have a negative impact on our customer safety, results and satisfaction. We also wish to abide by the advertising regulator and work in a safe ethical manor.
Our prices reflect the skill, training and premier product choices we have made as well as the true reflection of the beautiful bespoke clinic surroundings.
To discuss weight management treatment and for a detailed consultation regarding the best options for you please call us today and book an initial consultation with our specialist practitioners. There is a charge for appointments with Dr Hemming.
Initial weight loss consultation with Dr Hemming from £300
Thames Skin Clinic – National Medical Weight Management Plan
Blood tests essential before starting the plan
Individual Pens from £300
Further stage plans available after the 12 week plan is completed.
Helping weight management by controlling appetite, curbing hunger and reducing cravings.
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