Medically Assisted Weight Loss
At The Shine Practice, we are thrilled to help you achieve your weight loss goals. With Erica’s expertise and guidance, we offer our valued patients the opportunity to embark on a transformative journey towards a healthier and happier self.
Erica brings her extensive experience and caring approach to every patient's weight loss journey. She understands that the path to achieving your ideal weight and wellness can be challenging, and that's why she's here to support you every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Medically assisted weight loss with Semaglutide and Tirzepatide is a specialized program that combines the use of prescription medications, such as Semaglutide or Tirzepatide, with expert medical guidance from Erica Zaluskey, APRN, FNP-C, to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals effectively and safely.
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Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are medications that work by helping to regulate appetite and control blood sugar levels. They can lead to reduced food intake, increased feelings of fullness, and ultimately, weight loss.
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This program may be suitable for individuals who struggle with obesity, weight gain, or weight-related health issues. Erica will assess your health and discuss whether these medications are appropriate for you.
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Yes, this approach is generally considered safe when prescribed and monitored by Erica, a board-certified family nurse practitioner. Under the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound, these medications are FDA approved for weight loss and have been shown to be effective. Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are compounded versions of the active ingredients in the FDA approved drugs.
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About The Shine Practice
Erica Zaluskey, MSN, APRN, FNP-C is the founder and nurse practitioner behind The Shine Practice, a medical aesthetics and wellness practice in Silverton, Oregon. With over 27 years of nursing experience and a foundation in emergency medicine, Erica brings clinical precision, deep anatomical knowledge, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety to every treatment. She specializes in injectables, skin care, and medically assisted weight loss, an area she describes as personally life-changing and one that has transformed the lives of hundreds of her patients. Her goal is simple: help you feel confident, refreshed, and like the very best version of yourself.