Treatments
Medical Weight Loss
Physician-guided weight management, including GLP-1 medications when appropriate
Weight is medical, not a matter of willpower. Our physician-guided program starts with a full evaluation, then builds a plan around nutrition, activity, and — when it is appropriate for you — prescription medications such as GLP-1s, with regular follow-up to keep you safe and on track.
- Where
- In the office, with follow-up
- Includes
- Evaluation, labs, plan, medication
- Coverage
- Varies by plan
Weight Loss
A medical plan, built with your physician.
At a glance
What to know before you start.
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Who it's for
Adults who want medical support to lose weight and improve related conditions such as high blood pressure, prediabetes, or sleep apnea.
- 02
Where care happens
In our offices, with follow-up visits and portal check-ins to track progress and side effects.
- 03
Coverage
Visits are often covered. Coverage for weight-loss medications varies widely — we check your plan with you.
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How to start
Book a weight-management visit. Bring a list of your medications and any recent lab results.
Who qualifies
Is this right for you?
Our program may be a good fit if you:
Whether a service is right for you is a clinical decision you make together with your physician.
- Have a BMI of 30 or higher, or 27 or higher with a weight-related condition
- Have high blood pressure, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea
- Have tried to lose weight on your own and want a medical plan
- Want to know whether a GLP-1 medication is safe and appropriate for you
GLP-1 medications are not appropriate for everyone — for example, during pregnancy, or with a personal or family history of certain thyroid cancers. Your physician will review your history before prescribing.
What's included
What the program includes
One program, tailored to you — combining what used to be our Weight Loss Clinic and Weight Loss Solutions.
Medical evaluation
Your history, medications, and conditions that may affect weight, plus a physical exam.
Lab work
Blood tests to check blood sugar, cholesterol, thyroid, and other factors when indicated.
Nutrition & activity plan
Practical, sustainable guidance built around your routine and the foods you eat.
GLP-1 medications
Medications such as semaglutide may be prescribed when clinically appropriate, after an evaluation with our physicians.
Regular follow-up
Visits to track progress, adjust doses, and manage side effects.
Related conditions
Care for blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol as your weight changes.
Getting started
What happens at your first visit.
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Evaluation
We review your history, goals, and past attempts, and examine you.
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Labs & plan
We order labs as needed and build a plan — with or without medication.
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Follow-up
Regular check-ins to adjust your plan, dose, and support as you progress.
Insurance & coverage
What your plan may cover.
Office visits for weight management are covered by many insurance plans. Coverage for weight-loss medications, including GLP-1s, varies widely between plans and may require prior authorization — some plans cover them only for certain conditions.
We review your benefits with you, and discuss options and costs openly before you start any medication.
We accept most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid, and nobody is turned down. Call (212) 888-2222 and we'll check your benefits.
Do you prescribe semaglutide or other GLP-1 medications?
When it is clinically appropriate, yes — after an evaluation with one of our physicians. We do not prescribe without seeing you and reviewing your history.
Will my insurance cover weight-loss medication?
It depends on your plan. Some plans cover GLP-1 medications for certain conditions or with prior authorization, and others do not. We help you check.
What side effects should I know about?
GLP-1 medications commonly cause nausea, stomach upset, or constipation, especially early on. Your physician starts at a low dose and adjusts gradually.
Do I have to take medication?
No. Many patients succeed with a structured nutrition and activity plan and medical follow-up alone. Medication is one option, not a requirement.
How often are follow-up visits?
Usually every few weeks at first, especially while doses are adjusted, and less often as you progress.
I have prediabetes. Which program is right for me?
You may benefit from our Diabetes Prevention Program, medical weight loss, or both. Your physician will help you choose.
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