Wonder Drugs for Diabetes and Obesity

When
July 14, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location
2100 E 71st Street Indianapolis, IN 46220
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Speaker : Rashid Khairi

The speaker will discuss Semiglutide (Ozempic for diabetes, Wegovey for obesity) and Terzaoatude (Mounjaro for diabetes, Zepbound for obesity). The talk will include the mechanism of action, the drugs effects on diabetes and obesity, and side effects. He will also talk about discontinuation and adherence rates for this treatment. There are additional benefits that have been gained from these drugs. There are newer drugs for these conditions on the horizon.

Rashid A. Khairi was born in Ghazipur, India. He has a BS from Punjab University and an MBBS(MD) from Karachi University. He is a member of the Royal College of Physicians in London, Diplomat American Board of Internal Medicine, Diplomat American Board of Internal Medicine (Endocrinology).

He was a staff physician at St. Vincent Hospital and Community Hospitals Indianapolis. He was president of Physicians Research Group and Indiana Center for Health and Nutrition. He was a Principal Investigator in Phase 2,3, and 4 clinical trials for many pharmaceutical drugs now on the market.

He is a founding member of the Pakistan American Friendship Association and has served as its President.

The Scientech Club provides a forum for weekly presentations and discussions in science, technology, and other topics. The Club meets most Mondays at the Northside Events Center and Social Club (2100 E. 71st Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220.