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Thoughts on Ozempic from a body-positive doctor
Feb 27, 2024
Exploring the weight loss drug Ozempic and the complexities of weight stigma and diet culture. Discussion on the shift towards patient-centered care in health. Addressing disparities in access and benefits of Ozempic. Societal pressures on weight loss and exercise, with caution on medication use. Considerations before using weight loss medications, finding a weight-inclusive doctor, and assessing risks.
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- Weight-inclusive approach in medicine to combat weight stigma and promote patient health.
- Consider risks and benefits of OZEMPIC, seek a weight-inclusive doctor, and prioritize self-compassion in weight loss goals.
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Dr. Mara Gordon's Approach to Weight and Health
Dr. Mara Gordon, a family medicine practitioner, emphasizes a weight-inclusive approach to medicine, moving away from stigmatizing discussions about weight. She highlights the ineffectiveness and harm caused by focusing solely on weight loss, citing research that shows stigmatizing behavior from doctors leads patients to avoid care, affecting their health negatively.
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