Weight Management

Weight is an important marker of health, but getting to a healthy weight is challenging for many. At Seaside Wellness Primary Care in Clearwater, Florida, Krista Shenkman, MSN, BBA, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, provides weight management services to help you gain control over your weight and wellness. Putting patients first, Krista customizes plans that lead to long-term weight control. Call the office today or book your weight management appointment online.

Why is weight management important?

Weight management is important because your weight affects your health. Excess body weight and fat increases your risk of chronic health conditions like Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Getting to and staying at a healthy weight lowers your risk of health problems and improves your overall sense of well-being.

Weight management is also important if you have a chronic health condition, as it may improve symptoms and reduce the risk of complications.

At Seaside Wellness Primary Care, Krista is dedicated to keeping her patients healthy and happy, offering help with weight management. She understands how hard it is for many people to lose weight and keep it off and provides the medical expertise and compassionate support patients need to reach their goals.  

When should I consider professional help for weight management?

You should consider weight management at Seaside Wellness Primary Care if you’re struggling to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. Krista also recommends coming in for professional weight management help if you want to learn how to manage your weight now to prevent weight gain in the future.

Professional weight management is also beneficial for people who struggle with their weight and have a weight-related health problem like Type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Krista specializes in chronic disease management and can create a plan to help you reach your weight goals and manage your disease. 

What can I expect from weight management?

You can expect compassionate and comprehensive weight management care at Seaside Wellness Primary Care. Krista takes a holistic approach, nurturing your body, mind, and spirit.

Before creating your personalized weight management plan, Krista completes a thorough history and physical exam. 

She asks about your weight and struggles and the methods you’ve tried in the past to get to a healthy weight. She reviews your usual eating habits and exercise routine. Krista also does lab testing to look for health issues that may make it harder for you to reach your weight goals.

Then, you and Krista work together to create a plan that helps you take control of your weight and health. Your plan may include help making lifestyle changes that support a healthy weight, along with education about nutrition and exercise. 

Krista may also talk to you about medication for weight management.  

Call the Seaside Wellness Primary Care office today or book an appointment online to get started.