Weight Management

Medical weight management is a provider-guided program designed to support healthy weight loss, weight maintenance, body composition goals, and overall metabolic health. Treatment plans are individualized and may include nutrition guidance, physical activity recommendations, lifestyle modifications, laboratory testing, ongoing provider follow-up, and prescription medications when clinically appropriate.

Medical weight management is supervised by a licensed healthcare provider and focuses on the factors that influence weight, including metabolism, nutrition, activity level, medical conditions, medications, sleep, and lifestyle habits. Treatment recommendations are personalized based on your health history, goals, and clinical needs.

Certain aspects of our Weight Management Program may be available through telehealth, depending on your location, medical history, provider licensure, and applicable state and federal regulations. Treatment recommendations, laboratory monitoring, medication eligibility, and follow-up requirements are determined on an individual basis as part of your personalized care plan.

When clinically appropriate, treatment plans may include semaglutide, tirzepatide, or other weight management therapies. Medication recommendations are individualized based on your medical history, treatment goals, provider evaluation, and clinical response. Not every medication is appropriate for every patient.

Depending on your medical history, treatment goals, and clinical needs, a treatment plan may include medications such as semaglutide, tirzepatide, Contrave®, phentermine, or other therapies when clinically appropriate. Treatment recommendations are individualized based on provider assessment and ongoing monitoring.

GLP-1 medications are a class of medications that may be used to support weight management by influencing appetite regulation, satiety, gastric emptying, insulin secretion, and metabolic function. These medications are typically used alongside nutrition, lifestyle, and behavioral modifications.

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are prescription medications that may be used as part of a medically supervised weight management program. While both affect appetite regulation and metabolic function, they work through different biological pathways and may have different risks, benefits, and treatment considerations. Your provider will discuss the most appropriate option based on your individual needs.

GLP-1 medications are one potential tool within a broader medical weight management program. Medical weight management may also include provider oversight, nutrition guidance, physical activity recommendations, laboratory monitoring, behavioral support, and ongoing follow-up care. Not every patient requires medication, and treatment plans are individualized.

When clinically appropriate, treatment may include FDA-approved medications, compounded medications, or a combination of both. Your provider will recommend the most appropriate treatment option based on your medical history, treatment goals, medication availability, and clinical needs. Compounded medications are prepared by licensed compounding pharmacies and may be used when clinically appropriate as part of an individualized treatment plan.

FDA-approved medications undergo FDA review for safety, effectiveness, and manufacturing standards. Compounded medications are prepared by licensed compounding pharmacies and are not reviewed by the FDA in the same manner as commercially manufactured medications. Depending on your individual treatment plan, your provider may recommend an FDA-approved medication, a compounded formulation, or a combination of both when clinically appropriate.

No. Compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide are not FDA-approved products. Compounded medications are not evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality in the same manner as commercially manufactured medications. Your provider will discuss the risks, benefits, and available treatment options before prescribing any medication.

Follow-up schedules vary based on your treatment plan, medications, progress, and clinical needs. Ongoing monitoring allows your provider to assess results, review laboratory findings, discuss concerns, and adjust recommendations when appropriate.

Results are typically gradual and achieved over time with consistent participation in the program. Every patient responds differently, and progress depends on multiple clinical and lifestyle factors.

Weight management is often a long-term process. Depending on the treatment plan and individual circumstances, some patients may experience weight regain if treatment is discontinued or lifestyle modifications are not maintained.

Appetite changes vary from person to person and depend on the treatment approach being used. Some patients experience reduced appetite, while others may still experience hunger, food cravings, or fluctuations in appetite throughout treatment. Nutrition, hydration, activity level, and adherence to your treatment plan can all influence how you feel during the process.

Preserving lean muscle mass is an important goal during weight management. Adequate protein intake, resistance training, physical activity, and adherence to your treatment plan may help support healthy body composition. However, changes in muscle mass can occur during weight loss, and individual results vary.

Weight management may support improvements in certain health and metabolic markers for some patients. However, individual responses vary, and no specific health outcome can be guaranteed.

No single diet is appropriate for every patient. Nutrition recommendations are individualized based on your goals, preferences, medical history, treatment plan, and overall health.

Physical activity is often an important part of overall health and weight management, but recommendations are individualized based on your current fitness level, medical history, physical limitations, and goals.

Follow your treatment plan as directed, take medications exactly as prescribed, stay adequately hydrated, maintain appropriate nutrition, complete required laboratory testing, attend follow-up appointments, and notify your provider of any significant changes in your health, medications, or symptoms.

Potential side effects vary by medication. Commonly reported side effects may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite, abdominal discomfort, bloating, fatigue, headache, dizziness, and injection-site reactions when applicable. Not every patient experiences side effects, and severity varies between individuals.

All medical treatments carry potential risks and benefits. Your provider will review the risks, benefits, alternatives, monitoring requirements, and expected follow-up associated with any recommended treatment. Safety recommendations are based on your individual health history and clinical needs.

Before treatment, it's important to provide a complete medical history, disclose all medications and supplements, complete any recommended laboratory testing, and follow all provider instructions. Accurate information helps support safe and effective care. Maintaining adequate hydration and limiting excessive alcohol consumption may also be recommended.

No. Individual results vary based on physiology, metabolism, medical history, lifestyle factors, treatment adherence, medications, and other variables. No medical treatment or weight management program can guarantee a specific outcome.

Many adults seeking support with weight loss, weight maintenance, body composition, or metabolic health may be candidates. During your consultation, we'll review your medical history, medications, lifestyle factors, goals, and overall health to determine whether treatment is appropriate.

Certain medical conditions may affect treatment eligibility, including pregnancy, breastfeeding, a history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC), MEN2 syndrome, pancreatitis, severe gastrointestinal disorders, active eating disorders, significant kidney disease, certain psychiatric conditions, or other medical concerns that may affect safety. Eligibility is determined on an individual basis by your provider.

Possibly. Laboratory testing may be recommended before treatment begins and periodically throughout treatment to help evaluate safety, monitor progress, and guide clinical recommendations. Certain medications may require ongoing monitoring as a condition of treatment.

Weight loss results vary significantly from person to person. Outcomes depend on factors such as metabolism, medical history, medications, nutrition, physical activity, treatment adherence, and individual response. No specific amount of weight loss can be guaranteed.