Excess body weight puts patients at increased risk of a myriad of conditions and diseases including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Dr. Carron provides weight loss services and practical, real-life solutions for patients, using medications and real life diet advice. Please call (646) 859-6165 for more information.
Obesity alone increases a patient’s risk of developing a myriad of other diseases and conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, gallbladder disease, cancer, gout, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, asthma, and other breathing problems. Being overweight doesn’t automatically produce these diseases but substantially increases the risk. While weight loss can significantly decrease risk, losing weight can be challenging without help.
Dr. Carron at Wall Street Physicians provides comprehensive weight loss services, including:
Many patients who would like to lose weight worry about hunger. An appropriate meal plan includes satisfying portions and options for healthy snacks. Hunger should never accompany a healthy diet.
Some patients suffer from a stomach that’s stretched much larger than it needs to be. In these cases, surgeries or appetite control medications can assist with feelings of hunger and help the patient feel satisfied.
Yes. Patients are encouraged to come to the office for their initial consultation, which allows the provider to screen vital signs and identify any risk factors or underlying conditions. After that, follow-up appointments can be completed via virtual visit, allowing patients to continue their care despite busy schedules and other limitations that may prevent them from reporting to the clinic.
Wall Street Physicians works with most major insurance providers. Please be aware that this list is not a full list of all insurances accepted. If you don't see your plan listed, please call our office and one of our knowledgeable staff members can help.