Weight Loss Programs
Provider-led weight loss programs built around your biology — combining GLP-1 medications, root-cause testing, and the education you need to make change last.
Sustainable change starts with understanding your body.
Weight loss isn’t a willpower problem. It’s a hormonal, metabolic, and behavioral one. Stephanie Kertes, NP-C builds every program around the underlying drivers — not just the number on the scale.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Every program begins with a full medical and metabolic workup — thyroid, hormones, insulin, inflammatory markers, and body composition where indicated.
Personalized Protocol
Your treatment plan is built around your labs, your history, and your goals. That may include GLP-1 medication, hormone optimization, peptides, or all of the above.
Education & Support
Lasting change requires understanding. Every visit includes education on metabolism, nutrition, and the lifestyle changes that compound over time.
Treatment options
Whether you’re starting your first medical weight loss program or transitioning from another provider, we offer flexible options to fit where you are in your journey.
GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss
Provider-supervised semaglutide or tirzepatide, dosed to your tolerance and titrated based on response. Includes ongoing visits, lab monitoring, and side-effect management.
Hormone & Metabolic Optimization
For patients whose weight challenges are driven by hormonal shifts — thyroid dysfunction, perimenopause, low testosterone, or insulin resistance. Often combined with GLP-1.
Peptide-Supported Weight Loss
Targeted peptide protocols may be incorporated to support metabolism, recovery, and lean mass preservation during a weight loss phase. Always provider-supervised.
Maintenance & Transition
Reaching your goal weight is just the first half. We support patients through tapering, maintenance dosing, and the lifestyle structure that protects your results long-term.
Common questions
How fast will I lose weight on a GLP-1?
Most patients lose 1–2 lbs per week on average, with greater results during the first few months. Your rate depends on starting weight, dose, response, and how consistently lifestyle changes are integrated.
Is GLP-1 medication safe long-term?
GLP-1 medications have been studied for over a decade and are FDA-approved for both diabetes and chronic weight management. Stephanie monitors labs and side effects throughout treatment to ensure your protocol stays safe and effective for you.
Will I gain the weight back when I stop?
Without sustained lifestyle change, regain is common. That’s why our programs prioritize education and habit-building from day one — so the medication does its job while you build the foundation that holds your results.
What if I have side effects?
Side effects like nausea, fatigue, or constipation are common when starting or increasing dose. We adjust titration, hydration, and supportive protocols to minimize them — and you have direct access to Stephanie throughout.
Do you take insurance?
Some labs and consults can be billed through insurance. GLP-1 medications and weight loss program fees are typically self-pay. We offer financing through Cherry and Sunbit — visit our Payment Plans page for details.
Ready to start? Let’s talk.
Your first consult includes a full evaluation, lab review, and a personalized plan. No pressure — just real, root-cause care.