Medical Weight Loss
Medical Weight Loss Overview
Medical weight loss options offered
Medical weight loss is not the same for every patient. Your plan may be customized based on your BMI, medical history, medications, lab work, lifestyle, and weight loss goals. BMI is a screening tool based on weight and height, and the CDC notes it should be considered along with other health factors when evaluating a person’s overall health.
Medical weight loss plans may include:
Medical evaluation and weight history review
A provider will review your current weight, previous weight loss attempts, medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle habits.
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
Diet, exercise, and behavioral changes are the foundation of medical obesity treatment and are often combined with medications when appropriate.
Prescription weight loss medications
Some patients may qualify for FDA-approved medications for chronic weight management, such as GLP-1 or GLP-1/GIP medications. These medications are typically considered for adults with obesity, or adults with overweight and at least one weight-related condition, depending on the specific medication label.
Ongoing monitoring and follow-up visits
Medical weight loss works best when progress is monitored over time. Follow-up visits may include weight checks, medication adjustments, side effect management, nutrition support, and discussion of long-term maintenance.
Non-surgical support before or after bariatric surgery
Medical weight loss may be helpful for patients who are not ready for surgery, do not qualify for bariatric surgery, need to lose weight before surgery, or need support after a previous weight loss procedure.
Common benefits our medical weight loss patients report
Here are some common things patients may report after successful medical weight loss:
- Ability to walk longer distances
- More energy throughout the day
- Less shortness of breath with stairs or daily activities
- Improved confidence in social settings
- Clothing fitting more comfortably
- More motivation to stay active
- Improved portion control and fewer cravings
- Less joint discomfort
Better ability to keep up with children or family members - Improved sleep quality
Easier movement during daily tasks - Feeling more in control of eating habits
- Better understanding of nutrition and long-term weight maintenance
- Reduced need for certain medications when supervised by a physician
- Improved blood pressure, blood sugar, or cholesterol in some patients
- More confidence attending meetings, events, or travel
- Improved ability to participate in exercise or recreational activities
- A stronger long-term plan for maintaining weight loss
Results vary from patient to patient. Weight loss medications and lifestyle changes do not guarantee a specific amount of weight loss, and long-term success usually requires continued follow-up and healthy habits.
Is medical weight loss covered by insurance?
Insurance coverage for medical weight loss varies. Some insurance plans may cover office visits, lab work, nutrition counseling, or certain prescription weight loss medications. Other plans may exclude weight loss medications or require prior authorization before approving coverage.
Please contact us to complete a free insurance verification and find out whether your plan includes medical weight loss benefits.
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