How to prepare and use your medical report to optimize your consultations under Mounjaro (tirzepatide) treatment: data to collect, recommended formats, and communication with your doctor.
The importance of the medical report in GLP-1 follow-up
A structured medical report is an essential communication tool between you and your healthcare team. When undergoing Mounjaro (tirzepatide) treatment, follow-up consultations are generally spaced 4 to 12 weeks apart. A comprehensive report allows your doctor to quickly assess treatment efficacy, tolerability, and make informed decisions regarding titration.
The French National Authority for Health (HAS) and the French Society of Endocrinology (SFE) recommend structured follow-up for patients undergoing anti-obesity treatment. A well-organized report reduces consultation time spent on data collection and increases time available for clinical discussion. According to an EASO survey (2023), doctors believe that patients using digital tracking tools achieve better results at 12 months.
Essential data to collect
Your medical report should include five fundamental data categories. Firstly, injection history: dates, dosages, injection sites, and any incidents (missed doses, leaks, pain). Secondly, weight evolution: weekly weight, calculated BMI, monthly measurements (waist circumference, hip circumference). Thirdly, side effects: type, frequency, intensity, and duration of each symptom.
Fourthly, nutritional monitoring: estimated caloric intake, macronutrient distribution (especially protein), daily hydration. Fifthly, physical activity: type of exercise, frequency, duration, and intensity. The MounjaGO application automatically collects and organizes this data, generating a professional PDF report exportable with one click.
Report format and presentation
- An executive summary on the first page: current weight, total loss, current dose, main events
- Trend graphs: weight curve over the period, waist circumference evolution
- Detailed injection history with visual calendar
- Summary table of side effects with chronology
- Personal notes and questions prepared for the doctor
- Blood test results if available
The PDF format is the most professional and practical for sharing. It can be printed for doctors who prefer paper or sent via secure email (e.g., MSSanté health messaging in France). Some patients use their report as a visual aid during the consultation, which facilitates discussion and prevents forgetting important points.
Optimizing your consultation with the report
Prepare for your consultation 24 to 48 hours before the appointment. Review your report and note 3 to 5 priority questions. Organize your questions by themes: treatment efficacy, side effect management, dosage adjustment, lifestyle. Start with the most important points as consultation time is often limited (15 to 20 minutes on average).
Share your report with your doctor at the beginning of the consultation or, even better, send it in advance via your doctor’s secure messaging system. This allows them to review the data before the appointment and prepare their recommendations. The semaglutide STEP study showed that patients actively involved in their follow-up achieve 30% additional results.
What your doctor looks for in your report
Your doctor analyzes your report with a specific clinical eye. They evaluate the slope of the weight curve (too rapid a loss may indicate a risk of deficiencies), the correlation between dose changes and side effects, therapeutic adherence (regular injections without missed doses), and warning signs requiring intervention ( prolonged stagnation, severe side effects).
Biological markers (fasting glucose, HbA1c, lipid panel, renal, hepatic, thyroid function) complement the clinical report. Your doctor will prescribe these tests at regular intervals (generally every 3 to 6 months). Integrate these results into your report for a comprehensive overview. The goal is a holistic approach to your health, not just weight loss.
Track your progress with the MounjaGO application.
FAQ
Will my doctor accept a report generated by an app?
The vast majority of doctors appreciate structured reports from health applications. A professional PDF report like the one generated by MounjaGO facilitates consultation and provides objective data. Inform your doctor about the tool you are using during the first consultation.
How often should I generate a medical report?
Generate a report for each follow-up consultation, generally every 4 to 12 weeks depending on the treatment phase. During titration (dose escalation), more frequent consultations (every 4 weeks) are recommended. In the maintenance phase, quarterly follow-up is usually sufficient.
What data is most important for the doctor?
Doctors prioritize: adherence to injections (dates and doses), weight evolution (trend curve), side effects (type and intensity), and biological results. A comprehensive report covering these 4 areas allows for optimal clinical evaluation.
How can I securely transmit my report?
Use your doctor’s secure health messaging system (MSSanté in France), secure email, or print the PDF for the consultation. Avoid unsecured messaging services (WhatsApp, Gmail) for medical data. The MounjaGO application offers a PDF export compatible with all these channels.