Heather Davis, a small business owner and mother of four from Waubun, Minnesota, struggled to lose weight due to a busy lifestyle, high cortisol levels, perimenopause, and turning 40. However, after reaching out to Essentia Health-Park Rapids Clinic in the fall of 2022, she was connected with Brenda Norby, a physician assistant who helped her create a weight management plan. This plan included regular exercise, water intake, and a balanced diet, but when Davis didn’t see the results she wanted, Norby prescribed Wegovy, a weight-loss medication.
Two years later, Davis has lost 80-85 pounds and credits the medication, along with lifestyle changes and education from Norby. Davis is now on a maintenance dose of semaglutide, the generic form of Wegovy, and appreciates that she can still enjoy occasional treats in moderation.
Davis’ success story serves as inspiration for others facing weight management struggles. She no longer experiences hot flashes, heart palpitations, or aching joints, and feels more active and able to keep up with her children. Davis emphasizes that medication can be a helpful tool in weight loss journeys, along with lifestyle changes and education.
She encourages others to seek help and be open to different approaches to weight management. Davis hopes her story will inspire others to see that there is light at the end of the tunnel for those willing to put in the work. Norby also stresses the importance of sustainable lifestyle changes in maintaining weight loss results.
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