Weight Loss #45291
Weight loss
Lisbon, Porto and Cascais
Treatment summary
- Treatment of excess weight associated with:
- Inadequate eating patterns
- Anxiety and binge eating
- Thyroid problems
- Menopause
Weight Loss Consultation
What does weight loss treatment consist of?
The focus of the weight loss consultation is to identify the reasons why the patient gained weight and/or was unable to lose it:
- Lifestyle
- Eating habits
- Anxiety and binge eating
- Menopause
- Medication
- Other factors that may contribute to weight gain
According to the diagnosis, a weight loss treatment plan will be prescribed that is completely customized to the patient’s needs.
Is weight loss guaranteed?
At Skin Boutique we receive very different patients with different physical and behavioral characteristics. We have patients who want to lose 10 or 15 kilos, but we also have patients who have been through traumatic situations and have gained 30, 40 or 50 kilos. We have many success stories, but each person is different. Some people lose weight very quickly, while others take longer. Most of the patients who seek help to lose weight are patients who have had several unsuccessful attempts to lose weight and the main objective is to lose, but essentially to maintain and gain healthy lifestyle habits.
Will I gain weight again after the treatment ?
The aim of any weight loss treatment should be to lose and maintain weight in the long term. After 6, 7 or 8 months of treatment, the new routines are already part of patients’ lives naturally, so many, if not most, people don’t go back to their previous habits. Everyone likes to feel comfortable and confident in their own body. Not to mention all the benefits for the patient’s health and quality of life.
Are the appointments for life?
There is no treatment protocol that is the same for all patients. A patient suffering from a severe form of binge eating will need closer and longer follow-up than someone who has gained a few pounds due to the menopause, pregnancy or careless eating. The aim is for the patient to be independent, to have a healthy relationship with food and to have no need for further appointments after the end of treatment.
Medical Specialists
Dr. Carolina Lalanda / Endocrinology
Cédula nr. 46385
Dr. Carolina Lalanda, a specialist in Endocrinologyhas dedicated her career to the study and treatment of endocrine and metabolic imbalances with an emphasis on weight loss. with an emphasis on weight loss.
Your goal in a consultation is to make the woman feel happy and fulfilled after a few months of treatment. You need to accompany the patient closely, you need to get to know her and help her overcome her difficulties, which are always different and individual. It’s a personalized treatment and it’s a continuous investment in confidence and self-esteem.
Dr. Carolina likes to motivate and cultivate healthy lifestyle habits in her patients. Her balance lies in physical activity, she is an avid tennis and kickbox player and her greatest fulfillment comes when she sees when she sees women transformed beyond recognition.
Dr. Daniela Salazar / Endocrinology
ORDER OF MEDICIANS: certificate no. 60372
Dr. Daniela Salazar, a specialist in Endocrinology, completed her Master’s Degree in Medicine at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto and has been a specialist in Endocrinology at the Hospital de São João since 2022.
Endocrinology is the specialty dedicated to the study and treatment of hormonal imbalances. Dr. Daniela, passionate since the beginning of her medical training about promoting a healthier and more balanced life, has focused on two very important areas of health: healthy weight loss and the treatment of the menopause.
Excess weight is often a consequence of multiple factors, some of which are hormonal imbalances, thyroid disorders or stress. By identifying these factors, Dr. Daniela Salazar promotes the construction of a new routine, focusing on dietary re-education and the physical and emotional well-being of her patients. In her practice, she offers personalized support, with a treatment plan tailored to each metabolic profile and lifestyle, believing that each person is unique and has specific needs.
More than just weight loss, she focuses on helping the patient to achieve a healthy weight once and for all and to get through the changes associated with the menopause with a better quality of life, improving eating habits, promoting physical activity and with constant concern for the patient’s emotional component.
Dr. Joana Gomes / Family Medicine
ORDER OF MEDICIANS: registration no. 56279
Dr. Joana Gomes, a specialist in General and Family Medicine, completed her Master’s Degree in Medicine at the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Beira Interior in 2013 and completed her specialty in General and Family Medicine at the Agrupamento de Centros de Saúde Lisboa Central in 2019.
During her Internship, she did an internship in the Endocrinology department of the Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Lisboa Central and took an intensive course in behavior change counseling. Later, she also completed a course in Obesity at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto, with a final grade of 18.
She regularly participates in congresses and training courses in areas of differentiation, with a special interest in endocrinology and obesity. She has been a member of the Portuguese Association of General Practice since 2015.
With special interest and experience in the areas of health promotion, healthy lifestyle and behavioral change, she favors a personalized weight loss approach for each case.
He believes that health gains are only possible by establishing a relationship of empathy and trust with his patients. Only an appropriate, adapted and realistic plan will enable goals to be achieved, turning wishes into reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
weight loss
BMI (Body Mass Index) is a calculation used to identify whether or not a person is overweight. When the BMI is above 24.9 it means that the person is overweight.
BMI is calculated using the following formula: Weight (Kg) / (Height x Height) . For example, a person who weighs 60 kilos and measures 1.65 mt : 60 / (1.65 x 1.65) = 22.06
A Body Mass Index above 24.9 means that a person is overweight. When the BMI exceeds 30 it means that the person has entered the obesity bracket. When it’s over 40, you’re morbidly obese. In short, the difference between obesity and being overweight lies in the difference in excess fat in the body.
Being overweight or obese increases the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart and vascular diseases and respiratory problems. Emotional problems are also associated with being overweight – depression, isolation, relationship difficulties, insecurity and low self-esteem.
Ideally, the best approach would be a balanced diet and physical exercise, but we know that this isn’t always enough. Many people need professional help to achieve the desired balance. There are different approaches to treating excess weight and the starting point is a correct diagnosis and a fully personalized treatment plan.
The weight loss treatment at Skin Boutique is not a one-size-fits-all solution that promises miracles and the loss of X kilos in X days. The Weight Loss Consultation focuses entirely on a 360º medical assessment of each patient in order to prescribe an appropriate and personalized therapy. In this assessment, there are factors to take into account such as: lifestyle, eating pattern, emotional state, reason for weight gain, reproductive stage, medication you take, among other factors. These are key factors in being able to prescribe a treatment.
The weight loss treatment lasts several months and during these months a nutritional coaching plan will also be carried out. During these months you will gain new habits and routines, so when the treatment is over, you will gradually realize that the new habits have taken the place of the old ones.
The Weight Loss Consultation is the starting point for losing weight. A balanced diet and physical exercise should always be part of the daily routine of anyone who wants to maintain a stable weight and feel good about their body and mind. At Skin Boutique there are minimally invasive treatments to improve the appearance of the body, particularly cellulite, flaccidity and localized fat. These treatments can be a complement to weight loss treatment.
Each patient has different goals and loses weight more or less quickly. A patient who has more weight to lose will lose it more quickly in the initial phase than a patient who only has 5 or 10 kilos to lose. The important thing is progression and long-term weight maintenance.
