Weight Loss Program Overview

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Philosophy

There are many facets to our health. Medicine tends to value things that can be measured – blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, weight – but this just represents part of the picture. We are excited that you are invested in your health and specifically interested in losing weight. As part of the program, we will celebrate all the health wins. This includes trying nutritious foods, increasing joyful movement and restorative sleep, making social connections, managing stress, reducing harmful substances, and improving management of chronic disease.

Program Overview

Focused on Lifestyle Medicine

First Visit: Lifestyle Assessment & Medication Options Review with your PCP
Monthly (individual or group) Check-Ins
8 Shared Medical Appointments (SMAs)
Nutritionist Visit (one-on-one, if covered by insurance)
Typical Goals: 0.5–2 lbs./week

Eligibility For Medication Use

For Weight Loss

Age: Must be 18 years or older
BMI ≥ 40
BMI ≥ 35 with a related health condition (heart disease, cholesterol, hypertension, sleep apnea, prediabetes, PCOS, insulin resistance, osteoarthritis)
BMI ≥ 35 without an obesity related condition OR 30–34.9 with an obesity related condition may qualify for medication after 6 months of a structured lifestyle program

Medication

The following medications are considered, if medically appropriate. Prescription is not a guarantee of insurance coverage. Compound medications are not prescribed. This list is subject to change.

GLP-1: Saxenda, Wegovy, Zepbound
Phentermine/Topiramate: Qsymia
Bupropion/Naltrexone: Contrave
Orlistat: Alli, Xenical
Metformin (off-label, if insulin resistance is present)

Participation Requirements

Attend group & individual visits (click here for group visit information!)
Follow lifestyle & medication plan
Continue health monitoring with PCP (meds will be stopped if contraindications arise)
Attend visits with external specialists, as required (referrals provided, if needed)