Question: Are the appetite suppressants safe?

Answer: The prescription appetite suppressants we use are safe and effective for controlling hunger. They are FDA-approved and are recommended by the National Institute of Health for the treatment of weight loss.

Question: Do you use Phen/Fen?

Answer: Absolutely not. The combination of Phen/Fen was popular in the 1990's but they discovered that this combination caused cardiac complications and the medication was taken off the market. The only medications we use are FDA-approved and are recommended by the National Institute of Health because of their long term safety and efficacy.

Question: Do the appetite suppressants make you lose weight?

Answer: The appetite suppressants we use are effective for controlling hunger. The weight loss you achieve is based on following our dietary plan.

Question: What are the supplemental injections?

Answer: The supplemental injections we use are a combination of vitamins, minerals and amino acids, which include B-12 to help enhance your overall weight loss. They are a program supplement to help eliminate fat, control carbohydrate metabolism, help your immune system and provide energy.

Question: Do the injections control my appetite?

Answer: No, the FDA-approved appetite suppressant helps controls your appetite.

Question: What is the average weight loss of a patient on the program?

Answer: The typical patient who follows our program will lose 5 to 10 pounds during their 1st week and can experience 15 to 20 pounds weight loss during their 1st month.

Question: I just had an EKG and/or blood work done. Can I bring that with me?

Answer: Our protocol requires us to perform an EKG and blood work during the initial visit.

Question: Is it really necessary to come on a weekly basis?

Answer: We require weekly visits to assess your progress, dispense your medication and make any indicated changes that may be needed to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle.

Question: What is the nutritional plan?

Answer: We use a low calorie diet that consists of lean protein, favorable carbohydrates and good fats. It is proven to lower blood insulin levels, which increases the body's ability to burn fat and curb sweet and starch cravings.

Question: Does the program incorporate any exercise?

Answer: Our weight loss program introduces a moderate amount of exercise that significantly improves overall health, well-being and quality of life.

Question: What happens if I have medical problems? Will I be able to enroll?

Answer: Almost everyone who joins our program has a medical problem, especially those associated with being overweight such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol. After your evaluation, our physicians will obtain medical clearance from your primary care physician if they feel it is necessary.

  444 West New England Avenue

  Suite 121               

  Winter Park, Florida 32789

  Fax: 407-644-4964

  Email: info@callaslimspa.com

407-644-SLIM (7546)