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Weight Loss Treatments in Athens
Start your medical weight loss journey with Pittman Plastic Surgery in Athens, GA. Led by board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Ed Pittman and Dr. Matthew Baker, our team offers safe, physician-supervised treatments designed to support healthy weight reduction. From medically guided programs to personalized weight management solutions, we help you take control of your weight goals through evidence-based options tailored to your needs. Discover a customized plan backed by experience, compassion, and real results.
Weight Loss Treatments Overview
At Pittman Plastic Surgery in Athens, we believe effective weight loss starts with a safe, medically guided approach. Our team, led by board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Ed Pittman and Dr. Matthew Baker, offers support through physician-supervised weight management strategies. These may include lifestyle coaching and access to advanced weight management solutions—used under proper medical supervision—to support appetite control and metabolic health. For those seeking to refine results after weight loss, non-invasive options may also be discussed.
How Weight Loss Treatments Works
Weight loss is a complex journey—and we’re here to help guide you with evidence-based, supportive care. Our treatment plans are fully customized and may include:
Weight Management Solution Support
Our advanced weight management solutions may include FDA-approved options that help regulate appetite and support weight loss as part of a medically supervised program. These treatments are prescribed and monitored by qualified providers to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Lifestyle & Nutritional Guidance
We help patients identify sustainable changes to eating, movement, and habits that align with their health goals.
CoolSculpting® Elite
While not a weight loss tool, CoolSculpting may be used after weight stabilization to reduce stubborn fat pockets that remain despite diet and exercise.
These services are designed to complement your weight loss efforts—not replace them—and should always be used under professional medical care.
Benefits of Weight Loss Treatments
Medically supervised weight loss at Pittman Plastic Surgery focuses on safe, effective methods that support long-term success. With options such as weight management solutions and nutritional guidance, patients may experience:
- Reduced appetite and improved portion control
- Steady, sustainable weight loss
- Lower risk of obesity-related health concerns
- Increased energy, mobility, and confidence
Many patients also report enhanced motivation to adopt healthier habits and feel more empowered in their day-to-day lives.
Combining Weight Loss Treatments with Other Treatments
Once a healthy weight is achieved or stabilized, some patients may consider additional aesthetic procedures to address loose skin or localized fat that does not respond to weight loss alone.
For example:
- CoolSculpting® Elite may be used to fine-tune areas like the abdomen or flanks after weight loss.
- Other surgical procedures (like tummy tucks or liposuction) are available but are not part of our weight loss program and are considered separately as cosmetic surgery.
All surgical options require an in-person consultation with one of our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Pittman or Dr. Baker, to determine if they are appropriate based on your unique goals and medical history.
Weight Loss Treatments We Offer
At Pittman Plastic Surgery, we offer supportive services for patients on their weight loss journey. Our customized approach is grounded in medical guidance and may include advanced options such as:
Weight Management Solutions
Our weight management options may include FDA-approved prescription treatments that help regulate appetite and promote weight loss by mimicking natural hormones in the body. These are prescribed under physician supervision and are part of a broader, medically guided plan tailored to your individual goals.
CoolSculpting® Elite
CoolSculpting Elite® is a non-surgical fat-freezing treatment designed to reduce stubborn fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, arms, thighs, and under the chin. It is not a weight loss procedure, but may be recommended after weight has stabilized to refine specific trouble spots that resist diet and exercise.
Before, during, and after
What To Expect Before Weight Loss Treatments
Before beginning any medical weight loss program, you’ll meet with our team for a comprehensive consultation. This may include a review of your medical history, lab work, and a discussion of your lifestyle, goals, and challenges.
If a weight management solution is appropriate, our providers will guide you through what to expect, including how it works, potential side effects, and how to incorporate it into a long-term plan. For patients interested in CoolSculpting® Elite, we will assess your candidacy after weight has stabilized and provide a treatment plan tailored to your target areas.
What To Expect During Weight Loss Treatments
Weight management treatments are typically self-administered by injection or taken orally and are used in combination with lifestyle changes. Most patients find the treatment easy to integrate into their daily routine. Side effects are typically mild and may include nausea, fatigue, or appetite changes, which often resolve over time.
CoolSculpting® Elite treatments are performed in-office. A cooling applicator is applied to the target area for about 30–60 minutes. You may feel cold and firm pressure initially, but the treatment is generally well-tolerated with no need for anesthesia or downtime.
What To Expect After Weight Loss Treatments
There is no downtime required after most weight management therapies or CoolSculpting® Elite. You can resume normal activities immediately. For CoolSculpting, some patients experience temporary redness, swelling, numbness, or tenderness in the treated area—these effects usually resolve on their own within a few days or weeks.
Sustained results depend on your ongoing lifestyle choices, including nutrition and activity levels. Our team will continue to support you with guidance and follow-up, helping you stay on track and feel confident in your progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
All treatments carry some risk, though side effects are typically mild. Weight management solutions may cause temporary nausea, fatigue, or digestive changes, especially during the early stages of treatment. CoolSculpting® Elite may result in mild redness, swelling, numbness, or sensitivity at the treatment site. These effects generally resolve on their own. Before starting any program, your provider will walk you through what to expect and ensure you’re a good candidate.
Results from medical weight loss depend on individual response, adherence to the treatment plan, and lifestyle choices. Weight management solutions are effective when used consistently alongside a balanced lifestyle. CoolSculpting® Elite produces long-lasting fat reduction in treated areas, especially when weight remains stable after the procedure.
Weight management programs are ongoing and tailored to your progress. Your provider will adjust dosage and duration based on your needs. CoolSculpting® Elite may require one to three sessions per area, depending on the amount of fat and your goals.
Absolutely. Weight loss treatments work best when paired with healthy habits. Your provider will help you build a supportive plan that includes proper nutrition, movement, and behavior changes to help sustain results over time.
Ideal candidates are adults who have a body mass index (BMI) in the overweight or obese range and have been unsuccessful with traditional weight loss methods alone. They must be medically eligible and ready to commit to a structured, long-term health plan. Candidates for CoolSculpting® Elite should be close to their goal weight and have stubborn fat pockets that haven’t responded to diet and exercise.
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