Medical Weight Loss · Semaglutide
Semaglutide for Weight Loss in Las Vegas, NV
Semaglutide is the active ingredient in Wegovy and Ozempic. Taken as a once-weekly injection, semaglutide acts on GLP-1, a hormone which helps control appetite and blood sugar. At Las Vegas Medical and Wellness, Laurie A. Osborne, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC, prescribes semaglutide as part of a medically supervised weight loss plan, with check-ins in person or by telehealth, including evenings.
Laurie A. Osborne, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Board-certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and weight loss specialist. Laurie brings nearly twenty years of patient care and a compassionate approach, with clear treatment explanations and ongoing support for your health and wellness goals.
Meet LaurieWho Semaglutide Fits
Adults 18 and older with obesity, or with extra weight plus a related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or heart disease. Laurie reviews your health history and medications first. Semaglutide is not a fit if you or a family member has had medullary thyroid cancer or MEN 2, or if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
Semaglutide, Your Heart, and Your Kidneys
In March 2024, the FDA approved Wegovy to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in adults with heart disease and obesity or overweight. In January 2025, the FDA approved Ozempic to lower the risk of kidney disease getting worse in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Our nephrologist, Dr. Jordana Cheta, MD, works in the same building, so your weight loss plan and kidney care stay connected. Kidney care
What to Expect
Your first visit happens in person. Laurie reviews your history, orders lab work when needed, and runs an EKG in our clinic when appropriate. You start on a low dose, and the dose rises gradually to limit side effects. Regular check-ins track your progress.
Common Side Effects
Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, and a smaller appetite are the most common side effects, and they often ease as your body adjusts. Call us right away for severe stomach pain.
Insurance and Cost
Coverage for semaglutide depends on your plan. Our team checks your benefits before you start, and we offer self-pay options.
Frequently Asked Questions
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