Beyond the GLP-1 Buzz, with Dr. Holly Lofton

Mary Gover

Originally developed to help those living with type 2 diabetes and obesity, GLP-1 medications are making headlines about weight loss—and raising questions. In this month’s episode, Dr. Holly Lofton, Director of the Medical Weight Management Program at NYU Langone, provides answers. Dr. Lofton explains how GLP-1s work, busts a few common myths and shares why partnering with a primary care physician and making healthy lifestyle changes are key to achieving safe, lasting results.

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Join us for this month’s Key Note on Wednesday, July 15, when Dr. Lofton discusses the differences between injectable GLP-1 medications and the latest pill forms.

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