Obesity treatment Mount Kisco, NY

Obesity Treatment in Mount Kisco, NY

Obesity is a complex medical condition, not a personal failure. At Briones Weight Loss Center, board-certified obesity medicine physician Dr. Maria Briones helps adults throughout Westchester County lose weight safely with physician-supervised plans that address the hormonal, metabolic, and lifestyle factors behind weight gain.

Understanding Obesity

Obesity is a chronic medical condition defined by excess body fat that affects your health. It is commonly measured using body mass index (BMI), with a BMI of 30 or higher classified as obesity, though waist size, body composition, and related health conditions are just as important. Obesity is not a lack of willpower. It is influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, sleep, stress, medications, and environment.

Excess weight raises the risk of many serious health problems, including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, sleep apnea, joint pain, and certain cancers. Even a modest weight loss of 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can improve many of these risks.

Common Signs and Health Effects

  • Difficulty losing weight despite repeated diet attempts
  • Fatigue, low energy, and poor sleep
  • Joint pain in the knees, hips, or lower back
  • Shortness of breath with activity
  • Elevated blood sugar, blood pressure, or cholesterol on lab work
  • Weight gain concentrated around the abdomen

Why Diets Alone Often Fail

When you cut calories, your body adapts by slowing metabolism and increasing hunger hormones. That is why many people regain weight after a diet ends. Underlying issues like insulin resistance, menopause, low testosterone, or PCOS can make the process even harder.

How Dr. Briones Treats Obesity

As a board-certified obesity medicine physician, Dr. Maria Briones takes a complete medical approach. Your care begins with a detailed health history, physical exam, and lab testing to understand why your body holds on to weight. From there, she builds a personalized medical weight loss plan that may include:

  • Custom nutrition planning designed around your metabolism and preferences
  • Vitamin and supplement regimens to support energy and fat metabolism
  • The physician-supervised Optifast® meal replacement program for significant, rapid weight loss
  • Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy when hormone imbalance is a factor
  • A professionally designed exercise plan matched to your fitness level
  • Regular check-ins to track progress and adjust your plan

Because Dr. Briones also practices internal medicine, she can monitor and manage weight-related conditions during your program. Once you reach your goals, non-surgical fat reduction such as CoolSculpting® or Venus Legacy™ can help refine stubborn areas.

Obesity FAQs

What BMI is considered obese?

A BMI of 30 or higher is classified as obesity. Dr. Briones also considers waist size, body composition, and related health conditions when evaluating your health.

Is obesity a medical condition?

Yes. Obesity is recognized as a chronic disease influenced by genetics, hormones, metabolism, and environment, and it benefits from medical treatment.

How much weight do I need to lose to improve my health?

Losing 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can lower blood pressure, improve blood sugar, and reduce cholesterol for many patients.

Can hormones cause obesity?

Hormone imbalances, including insulin resistance, thyroid issues, menopause, and low testosterone, can contribute to weight gain and make weight loss harder.

Is the Optifast program safe?

Optifast® is a medically supervised meal replacement program. Dr. Briones monitors your health throughout to keep weight loss safe and effective.

Will I keep the weight off?

Our plans focus on lasting habits, metabolic health, and ongoing support, which improves long-term success compared with dieting alone.

How do I start obesity treatment at Briones Weight Loss Center?

Call (914) 241-6249 or request an appointment online to schedule a consultation with Dr. Briones.

Take the First Step Toward a Healthier Weight

You do not have to do this alone. Call Briones Weight Loss Center at (914) 241-6249 or request your obesity treatment consultation online today.