Our Services

The experienced team at Gut Theory, a medical weight loss clinic in Washington, DC, creates a customized plan for each patient by combining many tools to help them reach their weight loss goals. We begin with state of the art InBody Bioimpedance testing to determine each patient’s baseline. Next, we gather a detailed medical history analysis, review labs, dietary habits, etc., to determine the weight loss options and dietary plan that will work best for their needs and circumstances.

Set up your consultation and learn about weight loss options that can be customized for you and your lifestyle.

Gastric
Balloon

A gastric balloon is inserted endoscopically (through the mouth) into the stomach. The balloon is then filled with approximately 500 ml of saline. It remains in place for 6 months. During this period, the balloon causes a feeling of fullness and helps reduce portion sizes to induce weight loss. Gut Theory Total Digestive Care is a full service weight loss clinic in Washington, DC, and provides consistent guidance and follow-up to help our patients implement sustainable dietary and lifestyle changes that can help them lose 3-4x more weight than with diet and exercise alone.

Endoscopic
Sleeve

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is an endoscopic technique that reduces the size of the stomach by 70-80% by placing stitches from the inside and without surgery. ESG helps with weight loss by reducing the amount of food you can eat and making you feel full faster and stay satisfied for a longer time. Many patients lose between 20 and 30 % of their total body weight.

Gastric Sleeve
Revision

An endoscopic revision of the gastric sleeve can help individuals who have experienced weight regain after gastric sleeve surgery get back on track. This minimally invasive procedure restores the restriction to the stomach sleeve to help the patient feel full sooner, eat smaller portions, and restart their weight loss journey without the need for a second surgery.

Medical
History Analysis

Every individual is different, and understanding the medical history of each patient is key to providing weight loss solutions that actually work. We conduct a comprehensive review of the patient’s medical history so we can create a plan tailored to their needs that will help them lose weight safely and effectively.

This detailed evaluation assesses the patient’s current health and daily habits. We also review past illnesses or surgeries, mental health history, current symptoms, medications, vitamins or supplements, sleep, stress levels, family health history, and anything in your daily routine that could make weight loss more difficult.

Nutrition
Consultation

We perform a state-of-the-art InBody Bioimpedance analysis, to assess each patient’s specific daily baseline of their caloric needs and determine the ratio of skeletal muscle vs. fat mass. We complete a detailed nutrition assessment that includes their dietary habits, daily routine, food intolerances, allergies, lifestyle habits, and their current relationship with food.

This complete assessment is the foundation for the development of a customized nutrition plan based on their individual needs.

Weight Loss
Medications

Dr. Laster offers prescription medications when appropriate that can help control your appetite, curb cravings, and help you lose weight.

Weight loss is complex, and it can be frustrating when, despite eating healthy and staying active, you are not seeing the results you expected. Sometimes, underlying health or metabolic issues may make it harder to lose weight and keep it off. Weight loss medications may be included as part of your personalized plan in conjunction with implementing healthy lifestyle habits.