That doesnt mean you necessarily need to see a physician at every visit, but there should be appropriate supervision of non-physician clinicians, she says
Author contributions BW and AP contributed equally to the concept, content and direction of the article
Promotes a Sensation of Fullness: GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide not only decrease appetite but also increase the feeling of fullness or satiety after a meal
The option to use oral versus injectable peptides can be appealing for certain patients, though injectable forms typically demonstrate better efficacy for weight loss
Slowly raising the dose helps lower the risk of common side effects like feeling sick or having an upset stomach
Last reviewed: June 26, 2026 Last updated: June 26, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
