Lose the weight, sculpt your body, and restore your health—with advanced medical care
Personalized programs for medical
weight loss, peptide therapy, body contouring, and regenerative treatments
— so you can be your best self.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept insurance?
No, unfortunately we do not accept or bill insurance. However, we do offer payment plans and accept FSA, LSA, and HSA funds as well.
What does the initial weight loss office visit include?
The initial visit includes a consultation with a Doctor or Nurse Practitioner, the first semaglutide or tirzepatide injection, a 3D body health scan, and a plan to reach your goals.
How often are follow up visits?
Follow-up visits are typically scheduled on a weekly basis, however, they may be scheduled more or less frequently based on your unique needs.
How do I dispose of the syringe?
What do I do if I miss a dose of my medication?
Don’t worry if you miss a dose and the next scheduled dose is more than 2 days away (48 hours), take the missed dose as soon as possible. Consistency is important for most to lose weight, but taking the medication one or two days before or after the 7th day usually continues to yield positive results.
If you miss a dose and the next scheduled dose is less than 2 days away, don’t administer the dose. Wait until your next scheduled dose.
If you miss doses for more than 2 weeks, call your health care provider to talk about how to restart your treatment. You can take your next dose on the regularly scheduled day.
How much weight can I lose?
Results do vary, but in a 68-week medical study of 1,961 adults living with obesity or excess weight with a related medical problem, adults lost ~ 35 lbs (or ~ 15% body weight). People taking placebo lost an average of 6 lbs (or ~ 2.5% body weight). The average starting weight for both groups was ~ 232 lbs.
Results are from a 68-week medical study of adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30) and adults with excess weight (BMI ≥ 27) who also had weight-related medical problems including high blood pressure or high cholesterol. People with type 2 diabetes were excluded. Both groups were instructed to take the medicine along with a reduced-calorie meal plan and increased physical activity. 7% of people taking weight loss medication left the medical study due to side effects, compared to 3.1% of people taking placebo.
How quickly can I expect to lose the weight?
There is no set time for you to begin seeing results because people respond differently to medicine. While many people do begin to lose weight during the first month, there are also many who don’t lose weight until month four or five. We offer complimentary services and products if one of our members is not losing weight consistently after a certain period of time.
Are there any side effects to the weight loss injections?
Although most of our members do not experience new side effects with our medication there are some they may be experienced. The side effects may include: nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, stomach (abdomen) pain, headache, tiredness (fatigue), upset stomach, dizziness, feeling bloated, belching, gas, stomach flu, heartburn, and runny nose or sore throat.
If you are having any side effects that are bothersome, tell your health care provider.
Am I able to travel with my medicine?
Absolutely! When traveling by air it’s recommended to carry your medication in your carry-on as it may freeze in the baggage compartment below the plane. Our office provides packaging and paperwork needed to travel domestically or globally in a hassle-free way. Check with your airline to see if they have specific baggage rules.
Can I take the medication at any time of day?
Can I change the day I take it?
Do you offer retatrutide?
Retatrutide is a promising investigational peptide that offers potential benefits in weight, diabetes, and cardiometabolic health. In addition to semaglutide and tirzepatide, Maryland Medical Clinic offers numerous other peptides, products, and services to serve the needs of the community.
Are there any weight loss options without shots?
Yes. We have several non-injection options, if approved.