Opinion
A Checklist for Compounded Semaglutide or Tirzepatide
- Author:
- Beverly Tchang, MD
Small-time compounding pharmacies may skirt some of the quality measures, falsify records, and fly under the radar, but the checklist is a...
News
5 Things to Know About the Future of Obesity Medicine
- Author:
- Beverly Tchang, MD
Given the recent interest in antiobesity medicines, here are the top things physicians should know.
Opinion
‘Shower’ Me for My Medical Expertise
- Author:
- Beverly Tchang, MD
When people with resources work with medical professionals who have the commitment, knowledge, and experience, we can find a solution that saves...
News
Spending the Holidays With GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: 5 Things to Know
- Author:
- Beverly Tchang, MD
The standard recommendation remains true: If drinking alcohol, limit to one to two servings per day, but also know that reduced intake or interest...
Opinion
How to prescribe Zepbound
- Author:
- Beverly Tchang, MD
I use a 4 Cs schematic — comorbidities, cautions, costs, choices — to cover the most frequently asked questions.
Opinion
When to prescribe semaglutide?
- Author:
- Sarah H. Schmitz, MD
- Beverly Tchang, MD
When considering an antiobesity medication for a patient, it’s important to discuss efficacy, side-effect profile, contraindications, cost and...