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Why are medications like tirzepatide (Mounjaro® / Zepbound®) suddenly everywhere — and do they really work?
In this episode of Live Better Without Surgery, Dr. Joe Albano breaks down what’s real and what’s hype about today’s most talked-about weight loss drugs. He explains how these medications can help people lose stubborn fat, reduce pain, and even improve results from regenerative treatments like PRP and stem cells.
Dr. Albano also shares the core philosophy behind the Albano Clinic’s approach: lasting results require more than a prescription — they require movement, mindful nutrition, and hormone optimization to help your body function at its best.
00:00 – Welcome to Live Better Without Surgery
00:36 – What’s the deal with all these new weight loss drugs?
02:10 – Why weight loss matters for orthopedic patients
04:02 – Diabetes, diet, and the obesity epidemic
05:25 – How much weight loss helps your joints
06:10 – The “1 lb = 4 lbs on your knees” rule
07:15 – Exercise and calorie timing for sustainable results
09:10 – The thyroid connection: why “normal” isn’t always optimal
11:30 – Dr. Albano’s experience with the old “Fen-Phen” craze
13:05 – How tirzepatide and semaglutide actually work
15:25 – The Albano Clinic’s real-world experience with these medications
16:40 – Managing side effects and protecting muscle mass
17:55 – Combining GLP-1 treatment with Emsculpt Neo
18:45 – Final takeaway: sustainable change starts with understanding your body
Weight loss medications like tirzepatide can be powerful tools — but only when paired with lifestyle changes, hormone balance, and muscle maintenance. The goal isn’t just losing pounds — it’s moving better, feeling stronger, and living better.
Let’s explore how you can live better without surgery!
Host: Joe Albano, MD
Podcast: Live Better Without Surgery
Produced by: The Albano Clinic
Length: 19 minutes
Released: Jan. 17, 2025
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