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805-246-9000 Bariatric Fusion Estore

Weight Loss Injections (GLP-1)

Helmuth Billy, MD Our Services Weight Loss Injections (GLP-1)

Helmuth Billy, MD

Bariatric Surgeons located in Ventura, CA

GLP‑1s are a type of medication that mimic a natural hormone your body already makes — the glucagon‑like peptide‑1 hormone. This hormone helps regulate hunger, fullness, and blood sugar, which is why GLP‑1 medications are used for diabetes and weight management.

What GLP‑1s Do

  • Reduce hunger by slowing stomach emptying and calming appetite signals

  • Increase fullness so people feel satisfied with smaller portions

  • Stabilize blood sugar by improving insulin response

  • Support weight loss by reducing cravings and helping regulate eating patterns

Baritric Patients

GLP‑1s help restore healthy hunger and fullness signals, which can fade months or years after surgery. When those signals weaken, patients often notice grazing, cravings, or slow regain — GLP‑1s help bring those signals back under control.

New Patients

GLP‑1s help regulate appetite and blood sugar in a way that supports healthier, more consistent eating patterns. For many people, this leads to improved metabolic health and meaningful weight loss. GLP‑1s are not a shortcut and not a replacement for healthy habits. They’re a tool that helps people stay consistent with the behaviors that support long‑term health.

If interested, or have question about GLP1s, please contact our office at (805) 676-9100. 

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