Driven By Experience
Achieving Wellness
Dr. Ayer was inspired convert her hematology and oncology practice to a weight loss and wellness practice as result of her on wellness journey. After losing 60 pounds personally, she found that she reversed her chronic pain, sleep apnea, and tachycardia. Being amazed at the health benefits that she felt, she decided to focus on helping patients to weight loss and reverse disease.
Dr. Ayer was driven by the lack of support that she personally felt from the medical community. Doctors often make weight loss sound as simple as 'just eat less and move more." They often lack true empathy for overweight or obese patients. It is Dr. Ayer's goal to make obesity care readily available regardless of income or insurance status.
American Board of Obesity Medicine
Board Certified
Dr. Ayer is board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. The ABOM certifies physicians in the United States who specialize in obesity medicine. The ABOM's mission is to improve the management of obesity. Certification as an ABOM diplomate signifies specialized knowledge in the practice of obesity medicine and distinguishes a physician as having achieved competency in obesity care.
Medical Weight Loss Rooted in Integrative
Physician-Led Care
At Florida Weight Loss & Wellness, obesity medicine is practiced as part of a comprehensive, integrative approach to health — not a standalone diet program.
We recognize obesity as a complex, chronic medical condition influenced by genetics, metabolism, hormones, lifestyle, and environment. Our role is to evaluate these factors carefully and develop a personalized treatment plan that supports sustainable weight loss and long-term metabolic health.
A Medical Approach — Not a One-Size-Fits-All Program
Why Obesity Requires Medical Care
For many patients, weight gain is not due to lack of effort. Factors such as insulin resistance, hormonal changes, medications, stress, sleep disruption, and metabolic adaptation often make weight loss difficult despite appropriate diet and exercise.
Our obesity medicine services focus on:
Identifying underlying metabolic contributors
Treating obesity as a medical condition
Providing physician supervision and ongoing monitoring
Supporting long-term success, not short-term fixes
Our Integrative Obesity Medicine Model
Personalized. Thoughtful. Evidence-Based.
Every patient begins with a comprehensive medical evaluation. We take time to understand:
Your medical and weight history
Prior weight-loss attempts and responses
Lifestyle factors, stress, and sleep
Metabolic and hormonal influences
Your health goals and preferences
From there, we develop a customized obesity medicine plan that may include medical therapy, lifestyle support, and wellness strategies — always tailored to your individual needs.
Medical Therapies & Treatment Options
Medication When Appropriate — Always with Oversight
For some patients, FDA-approved anti-obesity medications may be an appropriate part of treatment. These medications are used judiciously and responsibly, with careful monitoring and ongoing physician involvement.
Treatment plans may include:
GLP-1–based medications when clinically indicated
Adjustments based on response and tolerance
Regular follow-up and reassessment
Medication is never used in isolation. It is part of a broader plan focused on metabolic health, sustainability, and patient education.
Lifestyle & Metabolic Support
Beyond the Prescription
Successful obesity treatment requires more than medication alone. Our integrative approach includes attention to:
Nutrition and eating patterns
Physical activity appropriate for your body and goals
Stress management and sleep optimization
Long-term behavioral and metabolic support
We work collaboratively with patients to build strategies that are realistic, achievable, and sustainable.
Who Is a Candidate for Obesity Medicine?
You may benefit from obesity medicine if you:
Have struggled with weight despite diet and exercise
Have weight-related medical conditions
Want physician supervision for weight-loss medications
Prefer a medical and integrative approach
Are focused on long-term health rather than rapid results
Each patient is evaluated individually to determine the most appropriate course of care.
How Obesity Medicine Fits Into Whole-Person Wellness
Obesity medicine at Florida Weight Loss & Wellness is not isolated from the rest of your care. It is integrated with:
Wellness and preventive medicine
Metabolic health optimization
Body composition and confidence-focused aesthetic services
This coordinated approach allows us to address both health outcomes and quality of life.
Physician-Led Care You Can Trust
All obesity medicine services are provided under the direction of a board-certified physician with training in obesity and integrative medicine.
Our commitment includes:
Evidence-based decision making
Medical safety and oversight
Ethical, patient-centered care
Ongoing support and follow-up
You are never treated by protocols alone — your care is guided by medical expertise.
A Respectful, Judgment-Free Environment
Support Without Shame
We understand that weight is deeply personal. Our clinic provides a supportive, non-judgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Our focus is education, partnership, and long-term success — not pressure or unrealistic expectations.
Take the First Step
Begin a Thoughtful, Medical Approach to Weight Loss
Take the next step toward whole-body wellness and confidence. If you are seeking physician-guided obesity care grounded in integrative medicine, we invite you to schedule a consultation.
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