About this episode

Dr. Holly Lofton discusses the differences between GLP-1 shots and pills, providing insights for patients on their medication choices.

In our July episode, we went beyond the headlines to get the facts about GLP-1 medications with Dr. Holly Lofton, Director of the Medical Weight Management Program at NYU Langone. In this month’s Key Note episode, Dr. Lofton explains how the new oral GLP-1 medications compare with injections and shares important information that can help patients make informed decisions about their care. The Takeaway We want to hear from you! Please complete our survey: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/member-feedback. Drop us a line at our social media channels: Facebook // Instagram // YouTube. Get started on your health journey by making an appointment with your primary care physician to know your numbers: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyrelationships. Get to know your numbers at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyhearts. Relieve stress with mindfulness classes at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyminds. Find healthy recipes and meal-prep tips at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/food-as-medicine. Visit the Healthy Living Resource Center for wellness tips, information and resources: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving. Get inspired by fellow members through our Members’ Voices series…

People in this episode

Host: 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds

Guest: Dr. Holly Lofton

Topics covered

• GLP-1 medications
• oral vs injections
• patient care
• weight management
• health decisions

Keywords

• GLP-1
• medications
• injections
• oral medications
• weight management
• patient care
• health decisions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NYU Langone

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