In this presentation, Nick Messinger, Clinical Pharmacy Manager for the Weight & Metabolism Program, will provide an overview of the most effective and commonly prescribed weight management medications available today. Discussion will include how these medications work, their dosing and administration by injection, their effectiveness, and potential side effects. Discussion will also include important considerations such as lifestyle changes, safety, and long-term use. The presentation will conclude with a Q&A session, giving participants the opportunity to ask specific questions in a supportive and science-based environment. This session is ideal for patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in the evolving role of medication in weight management.
Presenter: Nicholas Messinger, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, BC-ADM, Clinical Pharmacy Manager, Weight and Metabolism Management Program, The Mount Sinai Health System