Patients using medication for weight loss should beware if:

• Any advertisement fails to identify the actual physician name
• An aide, rather than the doctor, sees you on return visits
• The frequency of visits exceeds 2-4 weeks
• The doctor doesn't adhere to the standards of The American Society of Bariatric (weight loss) Physicians

Always remember:

• You must have a physical exam and blood tests
• A doctor personally must inspect each bottle of pills for accuracy before dispensing

Ask:

• If the doctor is Board Certified and a member of The American Society of Bariatric (weight loss) Physicians
• All fees to be disclosed in advance by phone or in writing

April 18, 2011
"HCG for weight loss is not recommended." — ASBP


April 8, 2010
FDA releases consumer bulletin warning about lipodissolve product claims



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