One Weight Loss Strategy Is 5x More Effective Than Ozempic, Study Shows

NYU researchers found bariatric surgery led to far greater weight loss than GLP-1 drugs in matched real-world patients.

Over two years, sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass outperformed semaglutide and tirzepatide, with better blood sugar control as well.

The study highlighted that GLP-1 adherence is a major challenge in everyday use.

Presented at the 2025 ASMBS meeting, the findings may influence obesity and diabetes treatment choices.