Stephanie Severson, PA-C Stephanie Severson, PA-C

Could it be Perimenopause? Symptoms Women Often Miss.

Perimenopause can affect far more than your period. Sleep changes, anxiety, joint pain, brain fog, migraines, urinary symptoms, libido changes, and weight shifts can all be part of the picture. Learn why these symptoms are often missed, when perimenopause can begin, and what to know about hormone therapy and treatment options.

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Stephanie Severson, PA-C Stephanie Severson, PA-C

Can’t Find Your Estradiol Patch? You’re Not Alone.

Let's talk about a topic driving me insane lately. We finally start talking about and treating women's health, then we run the patches into a shortage.

If you've been scrambling to find your estradiol patch, calling numerous pharmacies, local and mail order, you are not alone. Your mom, aunt, coworker, and sister are all probably having the same issue.

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Cody Baxter, PA-C Cody Baxter, PA-C

Pills, Shots, Capsules, Oh My!

More options are good, but more options are also confusing.

The best weight loss medication is not always the newest one. It is the one that fits your body, health history, side effects, insurance, budget, schedule, and goals.

We help patients when appropriate sort through evidence based weight loss medications and anti-obesity treatment options without making it feel like you need a medical degree and three cups of coffee.

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Cody Baxter, PA-C Cody Baxter, PA-C

What to Eat, What to Limit, and What to Ignore for Better Results

Forget what you learned in health class about the food pyramid. It’s outdated, confusing, and frankly... a little misleading. At Progress Weight Management, we created something better: The Progress Pyramid. It’s a clear, science-backed visual guide to help you build meals that actually support your metabolism, satiety, and long-term health—especially if you're using GLP-1 medications.

Let’s break it down from the ground up.

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Cody Baxter, PA-C Cody Baxter, PA-C

Should you add creatine as a daily supplement?

Creatine is a powerful and versatile supplement that offers numerous benefits for women, especially those looking to lose weight while preserving muscle mass. Its ability to enhance strength, performance, recovery, and even cognitive function makes it an excellent addition to any fitness and health regimen. By debunking common myths and understanding how to incorporate creatine effectively, women can leverage its benefits to achieve their fitness goals more efficiently and maintain a healthy, strong body.

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Kayla Gish, APRN, CNP Kayla Gish, APRN, CNP

Bariatric Surgery Myths

On average, diet and lifestyle interventions achieve 2-5% total body weight loss. Adding a dietitian and intensive follow up can improve average outcomes to 5-10% weight loss. With antiobesity medications achieving an average weight loss of 10-20%, we need to consider if that will get you to your goals. Bariatric surgery, on average, achieves 30% total body weight loss.

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Kailey Potratz, PA-C Kailey Potratz, PA-C

“Tired” of gaining weight? You may have sleep apnea.

The Weight of the Matter: Addressing Sleep Apnea and Obesity. Learn why prevalence is rising, possibly due to increased testing and rising obesity rates. Research suggests 15-30% of males and 5-15% of females suffer from this condition.

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