Lose Weight, Gain Confidence! Missouri Medical Clinic’s ‘Skinny Shot’ Solutions

Americans want — and need — to lose weight. According to Trust for America’s Health, 41.9 percent of American adults are considered obese.

But the obesity epidemic may have finally met its match in the form of a doctor-prescribed medications that are earning plenty of buzz.

It’s hard to scroll social media or watch TV without hearing about semaglutide (the active ingredient for Wegovy/Ozempic) or tirzepatide (the active ingredient in Mounjaro), considered the new “wonder drugs” for weight loss.

Want to learn more about these two miracle medications semaglutide and tirzepatide? Visit Missouri Medical Clinic’s website at SkinnyShots.info and set up a Free, 10-Minute Phone Consultation. It takes just 30 seconds.

But what exactly are these "wonder drugs?" How does it work? What kind of results can patients expect?

To get the skinny on this trending weight loss medication, Missouri Medical Clinic in Osage Beach wants to answer Lake area visitors’ and residents' questions so they can begin their weight loss journey to a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Meet The Owners

Curt and Carol Fischer opened Missouri Medical Clinic in December of 2022, just a few months after the semaglutide compound was first approved to be made. Carol recently retired from the University of Missouri Children’s Hospital & Birthing Center after 37 years as a full-time RN supervisor in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Now, her daily commute is much shorter and she'll be found working at the Osage Beach clinic, helping hundreds of patients with their weight-loss injection journey. Additionally, Carol will conduct medical screenings and coordinate treatment with physicians and the compounding pharmacy.

"When I'm not at the clinic, I'm busy spoiling my six granddaughters," Carol said. "We have two daughters that are nurses and one daughter who is a doctor. Along with our sister-in-law Carol Hoette, our office manager, we are a local family business with medical backgrounds. We know the problem is massive and demand is great for this proven, safe medication."

Missouri Medical Clinic offers a doctor-prescribed semaglutide compound. These are weekly injections. The team instructs patients exactly how to administer the injections themselves, from the privacy of their home.

Since opening, the Fischers have been met with an overwhelmingly positive response from the community.

How "Skinny Shots" Work

“The medication works by targeting GLP-1 receptors in the brain to regulate appetite and food intake," Carol said. "It also mimics the action of the natural GLP-1 hormone by increasing insulin release and delaying the stomach emptying. This controls appetite and helps to reduce food consumption.”

Missouri Medical Clinic celebrates with their patients as they improve their overall health by shedding those stubborn pounds.

"Patients do not get as hungry, and they eat and think about food less, along with experiencing reduced cravings. The simple end-result is losing weight. Millions of people are having the same success using it," Carol said. “As they lose weight, we see the joy in our patients’ eyes because they haven’t had success like this before."

When Ozempic was approved by the FDA for weight loss, the manufacturer Novo Nordisc started calling the weight loss version semaglutide-Wegovy. Many celebrities including Oprah all started touting the same thing. It was easy, and the results were hard to argue with.

“The obesity problem in the US is at epidemic proportions. This medication is a game-changer for our patients. It is not only effective for weight loss, but GLP1 class of drugs are beneficial the heart and other organs,” Carol noted.

Navigating Weight Loss Options

Ozempic originated as a treatment for patients with Type 2 diabetes way before it was approved by the FDA on June 4, 2021, to help patients fight obesity. So, there was already research data and a track record.

Just over a year prior to Missouri Medical Clinic treating patients, the FDA approved the generic compound semaglutide specifically for weight loss if made in the USA and FDA approved compounding pharmacies.

"We see imported Chinese powder all over the Internet, spas, and even other clinics. This is exactly why our patients like dealing with a real brick-and-mortar clinic, and people they can get to know and connect with for answers when needed," Carol explained. "We often monitor texts and Facebook questions or comments after hours. All compounds are not equal. We provide safer and stronger semaglutide and tirxepatide generic compounds."

Ozempic's popularity means there's a world-wide shortage, but Missouri Medical Clinic has alternatives.

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“By offering the generic compound, that the FDA has approved to be made, we can help with this name brand shortage," Curt explained. "Fewer people will be chasing after the brand name medication that Type-2 diabetics need. Insurance companies are paying as high as $1600/month for their insured diabetics to be on Ozempic and Mounjaro. Unfortunately, that is exactly how Big Pharma works.”

Lake of the Ozarks residents and visitors interested in “skinny shots” can schedule a no-obligation, personal, free, 10-minute consultation phone call to answer many questions and concerns they may have at www.skinnyshots.info.

Generic compounds are helping fill the shortage — directly benefiting weight loss patients at the clinic with cost-effective options compared to expensive brands: Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Zepbound.

"The active ingredients are either semaglutide or tirzepatide. The name brand shortages are not for the actual medication, but rather two pharmaceutical companies that just cannot keep up with the demand," Curt said. "So, the fat shaming trolls on the internet and our Facebook page who are criticizing taking the compounded medication for weight loss are totally missing the point of who needs this miracle drug. Obesity is a disease and the number one cause of Type 2 diabetes.”

Worth The Price

While insurance does not cover semaglutide or tirzepatide compounds for weight loss, Missouri Medical Clinic offers the semaglutide compound treatment for under $300 on a month-month plan and even lower than $200 for multi-milliliter (multi-month) vials. There is Free 0% financing available on their website so people can take advantage of the volume discounts they offer.

“Our patients can expect to drop between 7-10 pounds per month as a rule of thumb, though some lose much more than that,” Carol said. “We had a female patient lose 26 pounds in one month, which was really exciting.”

Missouri Medical Clinic can often get patients their doctor appointment, their prescription, and started on the injections within 24-48 hours after a call. The doctor’s appointment can be set up in the clinic or virtually.

“We like to see patients in person, if possible, because when patients are approved as a candidate for the medication, they can start their injections that same day in the office,” Curt said.

Obesity is the number one cause of Type 2 diabetes, and once patients start injections, they start losing weight.

“This medication helps people keep their blood sugar down, preventing them from becoming diabetics,” Curt said, adding, “Considering the magnitude, and growing numbers of obesity and diabetes in this country, this really is a miracle drug that benefits millions of people for both chronic diseases. We are here to provide an affordable and effective conduit to getting people back to their favorite old weight set-points with compassion, understanding, and care.”

Lake residents and visitors can learn more about this weight loss medication, by visiting their website at MissouriMedicalClinic.com and Booking a Free Consultation phone call. They may also give Missouri Medical Clinic a call at 573-693-9100.