Medical Weight Loss · Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide for Weight Loss in Las Vegas, NV
Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Zepbound and Mounjaro. Taken as a once-weekly injection, tirzepatide acts on two hormones, GLP-1 and GIP, which help control appetite and blood sugar. At Las Vegas Medical and Wellness, Laurie A. Osborne, MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC, prescribes tirzepatide 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 Tirzepatide Fits
Adults 18 and older with obesity, or with extra weight plus a related condition such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or sleep apnea. Laurie reviews your health history and medications first. Tirzepatide 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.
Tirzepatide and Sleep Apnea
In December 2024, the FDA approved Zepbound to treat moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity. Our pulmonologist, Dr. Anisa Valina, DO, treats sleep apnea in the same building, so your weight loss and sleep care stay connected. Sleep apnea 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 tirzepatide depends on your plan. Our team checks your benefits before you start, and we offer self-pay options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Now seeing adult patients (18+)
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