Clinician Recommended Tools
Medical and Home Care Tools
Thermometers:
Digital Oral Thermometer - Generally provides more consistent temperature reading than non-contact methods when used correctly. Designed for quick read. https://amzn.to/4qLJio2
Infrared Forehead Thermometer: Useful for quick screening or when oral temperatures are difficult. https://amzn.to/3YsoZQd
Pulse Oximeter:
Useful for monitoring oxygen saturation during respiratory illness, particularly when symptoms include shortness of breath or persistent cough Readings should be interpreted in clinical context, and device accuracy can vary based on circulation, movement, nail polish, and proper placement.
Hand Sanitizer (Non-Drying)
Medical-grade hand sanitizer with aloe that is effective without drying the skin. Useful for everyday hand hygiene at home or on the go. Available in mutiple bottle sizes based on preference. This is the brand we use clinically.
COVID & Flu Home Testing
At-Home COIVD-19 & Flu A/B Combo Testing
Helpful during respiratory illness season when symptoms overlap. Results should be interpreted in clinical context, and false negatives can occur early in illness.
If you do test positive, telemedicine appointments can help guide next steps and determine when antiviral therapy is appropriate.
Medical Weight Loss Support Tools
These tools, support nutrition tracking, movement, and consistency alongside medical weight-loss care. They are optional and meant to complement, not replace, medical treatment.
Low Carb Protein Powder:
Helpful for meeting daily protein goals especially for patients on GLP-1 medications with reduced appetite. Flavor selection based on personal preference. Mixes easily with water, which can be helpful when watching carbs.
Premixed Shakes:
Useful for patients who struggle to prepare shakes or tolerate powders. Ready - to - drink options are great for on the go. Flavor selection based on personal preference.
Protein Bars (limited use)
Useful for patients who crave sugar or late night snacks without sabatoging your carbohydrate goals. Even just a 1/2 bar may satisfy a sweet tooth. Patients should review total carbohydrate content and protein bars should not be used as a primary protein souce.
Walking Pad
Compact walking pad is helpful for patients who struggle to meet daily step goals due to schedule, weather, or work-from-home routines. Walking pads can support consistent low impact movement to get your daily steps in without having to go to the gym or leave your house. Dividing your steps throughout the day can help you meet your daily goals.
Bluetooth/Smart Body Scale
Useful for patients who prefer digital tracking and trend visualization. Smart scales can sync with apps to monitor weight patterns over time. Body compostiion metrics should be viewed as estimates and interpreted cautiously but can show trends over time.
Step Tracker/Activity Monitor:
Inexpensive option to help patients work toward daily step goals. Activity trackers can improve awareness of movement throughout the day and support consistency with walking and low-impact activity.
Basic Digital Bathroom Scale:
A simple option for patients who prefer minimal data and low tech. Some patients find less data reduces anxiety around weighing.
Food Scale:
Helpful for patients who are learning portion sizes and tracking protein intake. Measuring food by weight can improve accuracy compared to estimating portions by volume.
Insulin Syringes for Compounded GLP-1 Injections:
Insulin Syringes (.5ml/up to 50 units)
Recommeded for patients injecting 50 units or less per dose. Short, fine-guage needles can improve comfort and allow for more precise dosing with smaller volumes.
Insulin Syringes (1.0ml/over 50 units)
Recommeded for patients injecting 50 units or more per dose.
Alcohol Swabs:
Used to clean the skin prior to injections to reduce surface bacteria. Individually wrapped pads are convienent for at home use and travel.
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