Weight Loss Medication at SFP
Now that my physical office space is up and running, I have also begun offering weight loss management, including medications! Initially I planned on offering this service to non-members, but I have learned that my primary care upbringing has made it difficult for me not to get involved in all aspects of a patients healthcare. When patients start taking GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, they quickly find that they work - weight loss happens fairly efficiently. With those changes, there are often adjustments that need to happen with chronic medications like blood pressure medications or cholesterol medications. Side effects need to be managed, blood work needs to be followed, and counseling on nutrition and exercise is essential. This is why I decided to only offer weight loss medication to SFP members - those I am already seeing for primary care.
However, I recognize that joining SFP is not necessarily low cost, though I do feel it is high value. Still, in order to make the prospect of doing both affordable, I am offering access to medication at a significantly lower price. Many weight loss clinics in the area charge about $115 per injection of semaglutide or more. When considering the discounted price of the medication that I am able to offer, combined with the price of membership spread out over 52 weeks, the overall cost of both would still be cheaper - about $110 per injection!
So if you are thinking of starting a weight loss journey, reach out to learn more about the benefits of doing a program through direct access primary care! Not only will you be able to start these highly effective medications, but you will have access to email, text, or call your doctor should any questions or concerns arise. And that is not limited to questions/concerns regarding the weight loss medication - you would have the full benefits of direct access primary care, such as management of chronic conditions, preventative healthcare, and easy access for any urgent care needs. Get started today!
