Clearwater Fl Doctor

[iminitnow]

I`m new to this site, and have my first appointment to start B12 and other injections. Anyone from around Tampa or Clearwater FL familiar with Dr. Ceasar Lara?  Are there any others in this area?

[chestepc]

I have a person that works in my office that went to them.  She told me exactly what they do.  So I am doing the diet on my own to keep from having to pay the $260 dollars and $70 a week fees.  All you have to do is eat around 1200 calories a day, take phendimetrazine a couple times a day and do 45 minutes on the elliptical daily.  You will loose alot of weight.  I have lost 19 pounds in 3 weeks doing this.  you can get the b12 w/ lipo shots, phendimetrazine, and calcium pyruvate all online.

[dietweary]

Which online site do you use to buy the:
b12 w/lipo
phendimetrazine &
calcium pyruvate?
I was just about to do the same thing in conjunction with a Low Glycemic diet like Nutrisystem but can't afford $300/mo for food (LOVE THE IDEA THAT I DON'T HAVE TO MAKE IT OR SHOP FOR IT) can't afford to pay the $270 initial fee and $70 weekly to boot!

Do you know the amounts of each of these?  You would be saving my life here.  I too am in the Clearwater/Tampa area.

[dietweary]

Found it on my diet solutions but didn't see the phendimetrazine or the calcium pyruvate on there.

[drkbrneyes]

Hi , I am in the Tampa Bay Area/CLearwater as well !  HI to all of you !  I bought my lipo/b12 shots online with dietsolutions.com and got the vitamins, including calcium pyruvate on vitacost.com, very inexpensive there and fast shipment for both websites.  I have not found the phenterazime or how you spell that?  any suggestions would be greatly appreciated !  :-)

[iminitnow]

Thanks for the info.
Aren`t you afraid to take the shots and pills without a doctor?
I do have a doctor, and I`m still freaked. I`d rather be fat than dead, you know?

[spiritfan]

I actually went to Dr. Lara for about 2.5 months.  GREAT program, AWESOME results.  Email me with any questions.  Easy program too!

[bearnose]

spirtitfan how much did you loose and what did it cost?have you been able to keep the weight off?

[spiritfan]

I lost my goal weight.  I did not need to loose too much but about 25lbs at most.  I lost at least 20lbs in 8`-10 weeks but followed the diet and program to a "t" except I did not work out.  I now work out but don't take any of the medications/fat burners, etc. and somewhat watch my diet.  I do work out now though but haven't gained anything and the last time I've been to the doctor was the end of August.  

It's easy if you want it and stick to it.

[bearnose]

what are the details of the program? what do you eat,what cant you eat,how much should you eat?other than the shots  did you take, im thinking about ordering the b12/lipo on line

[4evermom]

Do you think one can loose the weight without the med's? By just following the diet?

[dunedin, florida]

  i have heard of cesar lara but in my research he is not a board certified bariatric doctor.  he basicaly took his family practice and made it a weight loss clinic.  you may want to look into a dr named dr ayaz virji at his 6 step weight loss clinic in largo florida he is bariatric board certified and has an office in largo.  he even designed a fitness device you wear as a sleeve under clothing to help lose weight...body togs...i am currently using it now.  its a great place to look into.

[Bindy27]

I lost the weight on the meds same diet as Dr. Lara but in Tampa- it does not matter what the doctors specialty is, as long as they are physicians and know what they are doing. Prior to meds patients go through a physical (heart checked, blood work) Comment from an earlier note: I would avoid buying anything online.  There are a lot of copy cat(s) hence, doctors are in it for the money...I have heard of patients getting malnourished- people that buy their drugs on the internet could end up in the hospital.

[zylene]

Has anyone found the phenamezadine online

[zylene]

what does the diet consist of? Do you have it posted somewhere?

[JennieWM]

I was on the program for five months and lost 45lbs.  I didn't exercise either but was faithful to the diet.  It works great until you go off of the pills and try to resume some sort of normal diet. I have gained most of the weight back and am now going to try it the good old fashioned way...Weight Watchers.  You can get hooked on those diet pills too, so be careful.

[GulfSideGirl]

I recall that Dr. Garcia in Tampa began the weight loss program that Dr. Lara uses.  Garcia gave an agreement of some sort to Lara to use this program in his Clearwater office.  I went to Lara and became very sick on the program.  After 5 weeks, of which the latter 3 I was sick, I stopped the program and became well again.  Lara's solution to my illness was "You should see your primary physician."  I take my share of responsibility for what I may or may not have done correctly on the program although I believe I followed 90% of it accurately.  What pived me was his lack of concern and his quick brush off.  I'm currently on a program that is ALL NATURAL, tastes great and am losing weight AND I feel GREAT!  I am getting things done, have a better frame of mind, handling stress better and looking younger (my hair has grown longer and thicker!).  Email if you want to know more ....

[revruby]

[weightloss123]

Hi,
My name is Sherri and I am the RN that works with Dr. Debra Figueroa in her weight loss program Success by Design of Tampa Bay.  We are seeing amazing results since we started seeing patients in the beginning of September.  Most of our patients have lost up to 30 lbs in the first 6 weeks on the program.  We offer FDA approved appetite suppresants, weekly Vit B12 and lipotropic amino acid injections/shots.  In addition, you will receive a diet that is designed for you and your lifestyle.  It is a fun environment.  I am a RN with over 20 years in both cardiovascular disease and diabetes prevention.  This program works. In addition you will receive one on one nutritional and exercise counseling each week that will help you learn how to not gain your weight back.  Our website is www.poundsaweightampabay.com. I will be happy to answer any questions you might have about the program.

[weightloss123]

You should be aware that there can be serious side effects with phendimetrazine.  It is a Schedule II medication and you should be monitored by a physician on a weekly basis.  You should have baseline EKG and physical before starting phendimetrazine.  Buying any medication on-line has a significant amont of risk but then not being monitored by a physician while taking the medication adds additional risk that potentially could be life threatening.  Dr. Figueroa will withhold treatment with phendimetrazine if blood pressure is elevated or any EKG abnormalities.  In addition it is important to have a baseline blood work up looking at kidney and liver function before starting any weight loss program especially when taking an appetite suppressant.  She will stop medication if patients develop any cardiovascular side effects.  That is why you need medical monitoring.  Also be careful treating yourself if Lipotropic Amino Acids. If you have an allergy to Sulfa you should not be using MIC since one of the components is a sulfa derivative.  Success by Design of Tampa Bay is located in Pinellas Park and the prices are very competitive.  With your weekly visits you receive personalized  nutritional and exercise counseling by a RN and Dr. Figueroa is closely monitoring for any medical side effects of the treatment.  Your B12 and MIC and phendimetrazine is all included in the price of your follow up visit.

[Haelsa]

I checked out Dr. Lara and started to make an appointment but someone I know from church told me about Dr. Saylor in Tarpon Springs.  After talking to his office I knew that was where I was going.  They do HCG, Lipo-B and appetite suppressants.  I went with HCG and lost 24 pounds in a month.  When you visit Dr. saylor's office they make you feel great.  I've done a lot of diets but this is the easiest one ever and by far the best doctor I have seen.  Good lick to all of you.  I hope you reach your goals.

  

[blindrn]

Hi
I am interested in the above... I have about 30 pounds to lose, and have checked into some of the programs listed above.. My problem is that I do have some health issue.. does this prevent any of the above methods and how much is the HCG in conjunction with the program you mention... thank you

[maebrown]

What is HCG?

[tutula]

Do not do hcg, is it so bad for u. I did it at a medi clinic in brandon, made my bones hurt and shut down my immune system completley to where I got the worst flu ever. Wasted over $200 on it...
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as far as Cesar lara in CLW goes, Ive heard and seen nothing but good results from my friends who have gone there. I am going to see if they can fit me in tomorrow.

[want2lose20]

I want to lose 15-20 lbs and thought a clinic like dr lara's was for people who have a bit more weight to lose...? I am have always been around 125 but after taking lexapro I gained a Iot of weight and can't seem to get rid of it. I want a quick fix, but was told there are 3 phases, the meds give you the shakes and it is really expensive. Do you think this is a good option or do you know of other diets that may be better for someone who wants to lose 20lbs fast! HCG? Thanks!

[Clrwtrgirl]

I am currently going to Dr. Lara.  There was so much buzz around town about him, that I had to check it out.  I have a good 25 pounds to loss.  The first week I lost 6 pounds, and I have my second weigh in tomorrow.  I am guessing I have lost about another 4. (hopefully!).  The program is VERY strict, and if it wasnt for the appetite suppressants, I doubt I could eat this way.  The first 2 days on the pills I felt a high, but that tapered off after that.  I still get that kinda high feeling.  I had insomnia as well, but that has tapered down.  I like the results so far, Ill keep you posted if anyone is interested.

[KVast]

I don't know much about the other Dr.'s in the area or anything, but my wife and I have visited Dr. Wall for a couple of different things and my wife has been very happy with the weight loss supplements that were part of his program. His website is ****.com and he's with Cosmetic & Anti-Aging Solutions in Clearwater on McMullen Booth Rd. Nice guy and he's big into homeopathic stuff as far as I know.

[Janet030]

Hi to everyone and good luck, too. Today starts the 3rd week of my diet with Dr. Lara. For any beginners, I will say, for me, it is ok. I had a kidney infection 2 days after I started, so I did not feel well. I am to drink 164 oz of water, which is totally impossible. Need to eat 10 x a day and each time have "one ounce" of protein (roast beef, chicken, tuna, etc), hard boiled eggs, no fat cheese, etc, to begin with the diet. When you start Phase Two, the portions are increased to 4 oz, plus certain fruits & vegetables. The first week I lost 4.6 lbs, which I was told was good.

I found it extremely hard to drink the water and then into my 2nd week, I was always hungry. The office upped my suppressant but I am still hungry. Just finished 2nd wk and fell on the wagon, or jumped-not sure, but I ate a huge piece of chocolate cake. I love my sweets but my guilt, for having the cake was bad. I did not lose pounds the 2nd week.

I take other medications, as well. and it is hard for me to take the prescribed pills at the right time, plus drinking the water. And no, I have been very lazy about walking. I made myself promise that today is the day to get serious about walking.

I am not sure, at this point, what to do. The program is a lot of money to take into consideration. I have common sense like everyone else, so I was thinking of just eating small portions, staying off sweets and walking. Before I started the diet, I drank 1-2 cans of Sprite daily, plus I rarely ate a dinner, but went straight for the sweets. If for nothing else, this diet has started me eating salads, and small portions of meat, fruit & vegetables.  I am 61 yrs old with a jelly belly roll. My hats off to anyone who can "completely follow the rules of the diet".

  

[Kas1]

I would not reccomend doing this diet on your own.  There is too much at stake not to get your blood work done, EKG, etc.. and to be closely monitored, weekly.

Once you are on it for a while then.. if you wish to .. try on your own, that is one thing. I wouldn't even do that myself.

That work up.. tells the Dr's so much about you and your body.. it is needed.

I would not have known I was lacking in Potasium had I not taken those tests!  I would not have known the extra vit's I needed had I not taken those tests.  I also know  w/ the EKG .. exactly what is needed too.
The body mass.. also tells a lot. All this is monitored weekly.  I doubt you can do this on your own.. unless you are a doctor.

It is dangerous to do this sort of diet.. on your own.  People can stroke, have heart attacks, loose bone mass.. you name it .. it can happen.

My health is more important to me than a few dollars saved a week.. especially if I die trying to do it on my own!

[Kas1]

Ok.. I won't say what is done on the diet, I pay for my consultations.. and visits. Everyone should so it can be taylored to what YOU need.. not what I need.

I do follow it pretty stictly.. I started ( April 3 on my own diet) at 289 ( was has high as 292 just wks before).  I couldn't do it alone. So I went to Dr Lara.. it is now Sept 16, and I am down to 218.  

Sound like 218 is still real high ?  Well, most people that know me say.. OMG ! lol Look at you!  Many think I only have 20- 30 lbs yet to loose.. when I say no.. 58 and then I will weigh 160 .. they are amazed ~!
160 for most women is huge!  Not for me, I will be a stick.

I don't exercise, occasionally I walk.. I work and that is exercise.. I run after my 1 1/2 yr old grandson.. and let me tell you that is exercise!

I did buy the Zumba disc's and want to learn and use that for exercise.

Look some of you say .. you don't drink the water, well drink as much a you possibly can.  It keeps you hydrated.. it helps you eleminate waste..and it is vital for organs and maximum weight loss..
If you don't do it.. you can fail!  Why even say u can't ??  Yes you can!  Put lemon and sweet and low and have lemonade.. drink the drinks they reccomend !  It does't have to be pure water.

The foods reccommended.. are foods that work together and give you maxium loss and max vitality and energy.. and they also keep you loosing.
If you sneak other things in.. you are sabotaging your own diet and weight loss.. why do that ?
If you are paying.. then make it work.  
Part of what is so neat about this.. is being able to control.. and being in control.. of you!

Don't think that I don't want bread and butter.. spagetti.. pizza.. ice cream bars.., candy bar or m & m's.. think again!

But, nothing is worth.. my not loosing.. am doing too good to mess it up!
I feel good.. My feet and legs aren't swelling.. or hurting. I can get into clothes I haven't gotten into in 15 yrs or longer.. I can buy clothes .. that are less expensive !  My son is so proud of me.. he says I look fantastic.. and he's 27.
He likes what I have done so much he has started going to Dr Lara's clinic. he has 46 more lbs to loose!

I have the support of friends as far away as England!

I have no heart palputations.. no fatigue.. no headaches, I sleep like a rock now.. and I have energy to do what is necessary daily.  My work is much easier..I breathe so much easier.

My eating what I do.. has trickled down to my family too.  Because they are now eating what I eat.. usually in larger portions.. but!  Maybe they will diet and do what I do soon ?

My hubby has lost 15 lbs, and he's not dieting .. but needs too.  Just from eating what I do.

Its an easy diet I think.. common sense. But its tayored nothing I had seen before, exactly.

I know I don't spend as much on groceries now.. so the cost of going to the Dr weekly .. equals out!

I had a choice, and I know I have made the right one.

I could take huge amt of water pills, blood pressure pills.. be weak.. fatigued.. look like a beached whale.. not fit in to any thing smaller than a size 24 - 26.. people would gasp if they saw my ankles.. or what reminded them of them.. my cholesterol was going up and up.. I was dizzy.. I blacked out on occasion.. my sugar was haywire.. and I was never full.  I could eat any time any place.. usually not big amts, but I could eat!

Everything has changed! Everything!  My BP is normal.. my sugar is normal.. my cholesterol is now 152.. no dizzies.. I bend and stretch easily.. I can even put my shoes on and tie them easily !
And all of that.. I still have weight to lose, over 50 lbs.  Just think how I will feel and look.. when that comes off! Yipee!

So.. you can diet your self.. or you can cheat.. or you can make excuses about cost / money .. but they are just that.. excuses.

You either want it or you don't.  Me, I want it.. and I WILL have it all! am over 1/2 way to my goal.  I hope by Christmas.. to be darn near close or at my goal weight of 160.

Then I will make santa a christmas list he won't believe! lol !

My grandchildren will have a grammie to knock the others outta the water! lol
Better yet, their grammie will be with them.. able to hold them and pick them up and give them all the love they deserve..
Not 6 ft under.. and a picture in a book!

Its your choice.. make it a good one!

[Kas1]

http://www.cesarlaramd.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3&Itemid=5

For the person that said Dr Lara isn't a baratric doctor.. take a look.

you can google Doctor Cesar Lara.  And find it that way too

[mrsjd]

my mom did HCG Great results ss we though.... It was for a back injury and with that and her exercise she lost weight....she went off after one year then 3 years later HAD A minor STROKE at age 63. At that time she  was diagnosed with DIABETES and was told it couldn've been from the HCG treatment.

I personally went to DR. LARA. I Lost 55 PDS.  I was always 135-145. I gained 85 pds with my 1st child . lost 40pds 1year later got pregmant with my 2nd child and gained 23 pds. I lost some weight but ONLY got to 188.I followed the diet EXACTLY. I weened off meds and into my normal diet and exercise. One year and 4 mos later I had elective surgery. (childbearing and weightloss goal) After my surgery I had gained weight afterbeing immobile and not eating right. I went back for maintainace. I got back on track and lost my 10 pds. SOMETIMES THE $$$ keeps you strick and honest to your diet and yourself. I Dont take the medicine anymore but I know how to eat right and keep the weight off . They taught me ALL of that too. They cousel you in many ways...
I eat whatever I want. I just eat in moderation.  
IT IS THE BEST THING I EVER DID FOR MY MIND, BODY and SELF ESTEEM>