Smoking Cessation
Dr. Karn Mehra is dedicated to helping individuals quit smoking and achieve a smoke-free life. He offers comprehensive smoking cessation services tailored to each patient’s needs and preferences. Here’s an overview of the smoking cessation program provided by Dr. Mehra:
Assessment and Evaluation: Dr. Mehra begins by conducting a thorough assessment of the patient’s smoking history, tobacco use patterns, and readiness to quit. He also evaluates any underlying medical conditions or psychological factors that may impact the quitting process.
Personalized Quit Plan: Based on the assessment, Dr. Mehra collaborates with the patient to develop a personalized quit plan tailored to their specific needs, preferences, and challenges. The quit plan may include a combination of behavioral strategies, pharmacotherapy, and support services.
Behavioral Counseling: Dr. Mehra provides behavioral counseling and support to help patients develop coping strategies, identify triggers for smoking, and build skills to manage cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Counseling sessions may be conducted individually or in group settings, depending on the patient’s preference.
Pharmacotherapy: Dr. Mehra offers pharmacological interventions to assist patients in quitting smoking and managing nicotine withdrawal symptoms. This may include nicotine replacement therapy (e.g., patches, gum, lozenges), prescription medications (e.g., varenicline, bupropion), or a combination of both.
Ongoing Support and Monitoring: Dr. Mehra provides ongoing support and monitoring throughout the quitting process, including regular follow-up appointments to assess progress, address challenges, and make adjustments to the quit plan as needed. He encourages open communication and collaboration to ensure the patient feels supported and motivated.
Relapse Prevention Strategies: Dr. Mehra helps patients develop relapse prevention strategies to maintain long-term abstinence from smoking. This may involve identifying high-risk situations, developing coping skills to deal with cravings, and building a support network of friends, family, or support groups.
Lifestyle Modification: Dr. Mehra educates patients about the importance of making healthy lifestyle changes to support smoking cessation efforts. This may include advice on nutrition, exercise, stress management, and avoiding triggers associated with smoking.
Follow-Up Care: Dr. Mehra emphasizes the importance of long-term follow-up care to ensure sustained success in quitting smoking. He encourages patients to schedule regular check-ups and provides ongoing support and encouragement to help them stay smoke-free.
By offering a comprehensive smoking cessation program encompassing behavioral counseling, pharmacotherapy, and ongoing support, Dr. Mehra empowers individuals to overcome nicotine addiction and improve their overall health and well-being. He is committed to helping every patient achieve success in their journey towards a smoke-free life.
