Evidence-Based Medical Weight Loss
Obesity is a complex medical condition, not a matter of willpower. It requires specialized treatment and a comprehensive approach. Our expert team provides personalized guidance, evidence-based medical treatments, and ongoing support to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight.
Weight loss isn’t just about diet and exercise—it involves a complete lifestyle transformation. In addition to nutrition and physical activity, we emphasize key factors such as stress management, sleep hygiene, emotional well-being, and social support. By addressing all aspects of your health, we help you build sustainable habits for long-term success.
Every patient is unique, and so is their weight loss journey. We tailor treatments to your body, metabolism, and health goals using cutting-edge medical approaches. Our team carefully evaluates whether FDA-approved weight loss medications or bariatric procedures are the right fit for you. We ensure that every recommendation aligns with your specific needs for the best possible outcome.
Sustained weight loss requires ongoing care and accountability. We provide structured medical support, monthly check-ins, and continuous education to keep you on track. Our goal is not just weight loss, but a holistic transformation that enhances your overall well-being.
Certified in Obesity
The American Board of Obesity Medicine is a board that certifies physicians in the United States who specialize in obesity medicine. The ABOM's mission is to improve the management of obesity. Our physician is board certified by ABOM.
5 Pillars of Obesity Medicine
Referral for Bariatric Surgery
We follow the Obesity Medicine Association’s five pillars of weight management: nutrition therapy, physical activity, behavioral modification, anti-obesity medications, and bariatric surgery. Our team provides 1:1 coaching and medication management for overweight and obesity, with surgical referrals available for special cases.
Nutrition Therapy
We empower patients with science-backed strategies, including low-carb diets, glucose hacks, and intermittent fasting, alongside the latest weight loss medications. Our approach avoids complex diets for sustainable results.
Physical Activity
Physical activity plays a crucial role in obesity management, contributing to both weight loss and long-term weight maintenance. It helps improve cardiovascular fitness, mental wellbeing, and bone mineral density, in addition to reducing body fat and improving metabolic health.
While exercise alone isn’t enough for significant weight loss, it plays a vital role in overall health. We provide guidance to help you stay active and reach your goals.
Anti-Obesity Medications
Anti-obesity medications are drugs designed to help people lose weight and manage obesity, a condition characterized by excessive body fat. These medications work by affecting appetite, increasing energy expenditure, or interfering with fat absorption. FDA-approved anti-obesity medications include semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic), liraglutide (Saxenda), phentermine-topiramate (Qsymia), bupropion-naltrexone (Contrave), orlistat (Xenical, Alli), and setmelanotide (Imcivree).
We prescribe FDA-approved medications to help curb appetite and support weight loss. We work with traditional and compounding pharmacies to ensure affordable access without markup.
Behavioral Modification
Behavior modification is a core strategy in obesity treatment, focusing on changing habits related to diet and physical activity. It involves identifying and modifying unhealthy patterns to promote long-term weight management.
Our coaching helps you change habits that contribute to obesity. We teach strategies like tracking food intake, modifying your environment, increasing activity, and setting achievable goals. Monthly visits are covered by most insurance plans.
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You Are Not Alone
In the U.S., nearly three-quarters of adults are either overweight or obese. Specifically, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 40,3% of adults were obese and 30.7% were overweight, as of August 2021–August 2023. This means that about 70.3% of adults in the US are classified as overweight or obese.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Our programs help you overcome dietary, physical, and emotional barriers to weight loss. We understand the challenges and provide personalized support to help you reach your goals.
FDA-approved weight loss drugs are typically prescribed for individuals with a BMI of 27–30 with weight-related conditions or a BMI of 30 or higher. To determine eligibility, schedule an appointment at the Florida Weight Loss and Wellness Clinic, where we assess your medical history, health status, and goals.
Weight loss success depends on finding a meal plan that fits your preferences and lifestyle. We help you discover sustainable dietary strategies to lose weight, develop a healthy mindset, and maintain your progress.
We work with you to set personalized goals that improve both your physical and emotional well-being while recognizing individual differences.
Yes, but this should be discussed with your healthcare provider. Weight loss medications may be an option if weight regain occurs, but decisions should be made in consultation with your medical team.
Bariatric surgery is generally recommended for individuals with a BMI of 35 or higher. However, GLP-1 agonists offer similar benefits in some cases.
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