54: Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, (GLP-1’s) - Pros, Cons, & Lifelong Impact: Dr. Ashwini Gore

Girls Talk Healthy Aging

In this episode of Girls Talk Healthy Aging, co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski sit down with Endocrinologist Dr. Ashwini Gore to dive deep into one of the hottest topics in health right now: GLP-1 medications.

These groundbreaking drugs, including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and others, were initially designed to treat Type 2 Diabetes, but they’ve recently gained FDA approval for managing obesity and weight-related conditions as recently as 2021.

Dr. Gore, who has been prescribing these medications since 2005, shares her extensive expertise in endocrinology, a specialty focused on hormone-related conditions. She breaks down the science behind GLP-1 medications, how they work differently for diabetic vs. non-diabetic patients, and the vital role of a knowledgeable physician in guiding treatment.

Dr. Gore also discusses side effects, proper usage, and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle—including resistance training—to maximize results and minimize risks.

If you’re curious about these medications and whether they’re right for you, or just want to learn more about their long-term implications, this episode is packed with expert advice and insights you won’t want to miss!

About Dr. Ashwini Gore:

Education

-Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Medical College – Pune, India

-Virginia CommonWealth University – Department of Biomedical Engineering

-Abington Memorial Hospital – Abington PA, International Medical – Residency

-Medical University of South Carolina – Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Medical Genetics

Academic Appointments

-Abington Memorial Hospital – Physician

-Temple University Hospital – Hospitalist

-Medical University of South Carolina – Chief Fellow

-Dr. Gore has been at The Jones Center for Diabetes & Endocrine Wellness since 2011

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