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While off label, HCG has been used to facilitate weight loss with a proper diet and exercise program. The following describes its action on hunger and metabolism:

A study published in 1954 revealed that high levels of HCG during pregnancy regulated metabolic function and controlled metabolism.  The mechanism of action is HCG’s affect on the hypothalamus to moderate the thyroid, adrenals, fat storage and metabolic rate while mobilizing fat out from fat storage and increasing circulating calories for body to utilize.

HCG is given as a self-administered daily subcutaneous injection of 125 IU daily (.1cc).  For patients desiring a weight loss of less than 15 lbs., 26 injections are recommended, and for more than 15 lbs loss, 40 injections. The only contraindication is pregnancy or plans for pregnancy during treatment.

HCG treatment’s goal is to lower the degree of hunger and enhance a better sense of well-being.  Patients on HCG are more apt to remain on a low calorie diet

A 2006 study showed that HCG increases Adiponectin (ADP) levels, a fat cell hormone involved in glucose and lipid metabolism.

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Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics of The Woodlands, offers needle free cellulite/fat reduction.  The Transermal Ionto uses dermatoelectroporation to delivery the same solutions used in lipodissolve (mesotherapy), a technique used in Euorpe for over 5 years.

“The results are very rewarding,” Dr. Birken said.  “We get the same results in reduction of cellulite and fate without the pain, bruising, or inflammation from traditional mesotherapy.”

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Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics and board certified gynecologist, now offers no-needle mesotherapy or lipodissolve for fat and cellulite reduction.

“I’m please to offer the Transdermal Ionto to Houston-The Woodlands and South Texas,” Dr. Birken said.  “This advanced transdermal device delivers solutions without needles into unwanted fat without the trauma, bruising, swelling, or pain associated with injections.”

Dr. Birken can use the Transdermal Ionto to deliver collage to the face to reduce wrinkles and “plump up” the skin without needles as required for Restylane or Juvederm.

“This advanced technique is an huge advantage over traditional injectables,” Dr. Birken said.

For more information, call Liz at 281-419-3231 or email at

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Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics and board certified gynecologist, now offers no-needle mesotherapy or lipodissolve for fat and cellulite reduction.

“I’m please to offer the Transdermal Ionto to Houston-The Woodlands and South Texas,” Dr. Birken said.  “This advanced transdermal device delivers solutions without needles into unwanted fat without the trauma, bruising, swelling, or pain associated with injections.”

Dr. Birken can use the Transdermal Ionto to deliver collage to the face to reduce wrinkles and “plump up” the skin without needles as required for Restylane or Juvederm.

“This advanced technique is an huge advantage over traditional injectables,” Dr. Birken said.

For more information, call Liz at 281-419-3231 or email at

[email protected]

Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics and board certified gynecologist, now offers no-needle mesotherapy or lipodissolve for fat and cellulite reduction.

“I’m please to offer the Transdermal Ionto to Houston-The Woodlands and South Texas,” Dr. Birken said.  “This advanced transdermal device delivers solutions without needles into unwanted fat without the trauma, bruising, swelling, or pain associated with injections.”

Dr. Birken can use the Transdermal Ionto to deliver collage to the face to reduce wrinkles and “plump up” the skin without needles as required for Restylane or Juvederm.

“This advanced technique is an huge advantage over traditional injectables,” Dr. Birken said.

For more information, call Liz at 281-419-3231 or email at

[email protected]

Is in-office liposuction better than traditional liposuction?

“Yes, for several reasons,” says Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics.  “First, there’s no general anesthesia, making the procedure extremely safe.  And secondly, the surgeon can do more lipo-sculpturing since the patient can turn and even stand, exposing areas of fat that may be missed when the patient is sleep.”

In-office liposuction is less costly as well, since there are no anesthesia or hospital facility fees.  Done with tumescent local anesthesia, the patient experiences no pain during the procedure and can even watch as fat is suctioned away.

“It really is the way to do liposuction today,” Dr. Birken says.  “More effective, safer, and less expensive.”

Dr. Birken is a board certified gynecologist and member of both the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Gynecologists.

Vaginal tightening, vaginal rejuvenation, and laser vaginal rejuvenation are all terms to describe surgery to reduce vaginal looseness caused by childbirth.  While there are different techniques, the one developed by Dr. David Matlock in Beverly Hills is the most widely sought procedure.

Dr. Randy Birken, an Associate of the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute, uses Dr. Matlock’s concepts to reduce the vaginal diameter as well as the vaginal opening.  Usually a one hour out patient procedure, recovery is quick with little down time.

Is in-office liposuction better than traditional liposuction?

“Yes, for several reasons,” says Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics.  “First, there’s no general anesthesia, making the procedure extremely safe.  And secondly, the surgeon can do more lipo-sculpturing since the patient can turn and even stand, exposing areas of fat that may be missed when the patient is sleep.”

In-office liposuction is less costly as well, since there are no anesthesia or hospital facility fees.  Done with tumescent local anesthesia, the patient experiences no pain during the procedure and can even watch as fat is suctioned away.

“It really is the way to do liposuction today,” Dr. Birken says.  “More effective, safer, and less expensive.”

Dr. Birken is a board certified gynecologist and member of both the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons and the American Academy of Cosmetic Gynecologists.

The Primary Care Edition of The Aesthetic Guide, Autumn 2008, features an article on Dr. David Matlock’s Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation (LVR) procedure and the G-Shot.

Discussion includes why the LVR procedure works.  Studies have found that female sexual gratification is directly realted to the amount of frictional force generated.  The LVR utilizes a laser technique for its pin-point cutting as well as precision allowing the LVR Associate surgeon to tightening vaginal muscles and ligaments.

The G-Shot was developed in 2002 and uses human collagen to amplify the G-spot to enhance sexual gratification.

Dr. Randy Birken, an associate of the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute of America and founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics of The Woodlands, Texas, trained with Dr. Matlock and offers the LVR and G-Shot as well as Designer Laser Vaginoplasty (DLV) for labiapalsty and improved genital aesthetics.

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Most patients are concerned about the dangers of liposuction.  But in-office tumescent liposuction is safe, simple, and requires minimal recovery.

“It’s the way to do liposuction without the risks of general anesthesia,” Dr. Randy Birken, founder of Birken Medical Aesthetics of The Woodlands, Texas said.

Patient are surprised how easy it is, free of pain and the excess expenses of anesthesia and facility charges.

“Our 980 diode laser provides significant tightening, clinically better than with SmartLipo.  It is gratifying to see a patient one month post op with a huge smile on her face, delighted with her new looks.”

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