LIGHTEN UP AT BUCHANAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Tige Buchanan continues making adjustments—and we’re not talking about the kind where he uses his gentle hands to manipulate the spine.

His bustling medical practice, Buchanan Health Center, has recently introduced a medically supervised weightloss program to help patients shed unwanted pounds and look and feel their best.

to lose 15 pounds or more are given a diet plan and human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) injections. HCG speeds up metabolism and breaks down the body’s stored fat. Those desiring to lose 15 pounds or less are given B-complex vitamins and receive Lipotropic injections, which enhance the body’s ability to burn fat. The third program entails using a LED laser light machine medicine, rehabilitation, and massage therapy under one roof. Having all those services in one location increases efficiency, improves care, and saves patients time and money.

“Because we’re an integrated medical office, we take a team approach to make sure patients are getting the proper care they need to stay strong and healthy,” Dr. Buchanan says.

Buchanan Health Center also offers stem cell therapy to treat musculoskeletal problems in the hip, knee, and shoulder. The stem cell injections help repair and regenerate damaged tissue.

“It’s an excellent alternative to surgery,” he says.

“So many health problems are linked to obesity, including diabetes, heart disease, knee pain, hip pain, and back pain,” he says. “Over the years, we’ve had many patients requesting that we offer some type of weight-loss program. Because obesity in this country is so rampant, we felt this would be a wonderful time to begin a weight-loss program.”

Realizing that a one-size-fitsall program is ineffective, Dr. Buchanan offers three different programs. Patients wishing to remove fat from specific areas of the body.

“We’re excited to offer three proven weight-loss programs that are supervised by medical professionals,” Dr. Buchanan says. “With the guidance of a physician, patients will have an opportunity to lose weight in a safe and effective manner.”

And for patients facing other health issues, they’ll have peace of mind knowing Buchanan Health Center is a one-stop shop offering primary care, chiropractic care, physical

Buchanan Health Center is located 9836 U.S. Highway 441, Leesburg. The office sees patients as early as 8:30 a.m. and stays open as late as 6 p.m. For more information or to request an appointment, call 352.787.8531.