Essential
A steady, gradual pace
Your clinician may suggest this plan if a gradual pace suits you.
Medically supervised weight loss
Lowest plan, starting dose$299per monthCovers your medicine and monthly check-in+ $180 first consultation- At an endocrinology clinic in Thousand Oaks
- Monthly clinician check-ins
- Cancel anytime
- Call back within 1 business day
How the program works
- 1TodayRequest a callAbout a minute, using the form below.
- 2Within 1 business dayWe call you backWe answer your questions and book your visit.
- 3At your visitConsultation, $180With a licensed clinician (MD or NP).
- 4After your visitMedicine, if prescribedMade by a licensed compounding pharmacy and shipped monthly.
- 5Every monthMonthly check-insProgress, side effects and dose reviewed. You are not left to manage it alone.
What it costs
$180
First consultation, one time
Due whether or not medicine is prescribed
$299
A month for the lowest-priced plan, at its starting dose
Other medicines and higher doses cost more
Later months
The fee follows your dose
If your dose goes up, the monthly fee goes up. We give you the full price list in writing before you pay.
- Monthly check-ins with your clinician
- Dose adjustments as you progress
- A one-month supply of compounded medicine shipped each month, if prescribed
The monthly fee covers your check-in and your medicine. It depends on the medicine and dose your clinician prescribes, and goes up if your dose goes up. We give you the full price list in writing before you pay. This is a self-pay program. We do not bill insurance for it. It is not offered to people covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, TRICARE, or other government health programs.
Cancel anytime. There is no cancellation fee. Tell us at least 3 business days before your next monthly charge. Refund and cancellation policy
Two plans
Advanced
For people with more to lose
Your clinician may suggest this plan if you have more weight to lose.
How GLP-1 medicines work
GLP-1 is a hormone your gut releases after you eat. This type of medicine copies that signal and makes it last longer.
- Feel full soonerIt acts on the part of the brain that controls hunger, so smaller portions can feel easier.
- Stay full longerFood leaves your stomach more slowly. This is also why stomach upset is the most common side effect.
- Steadier blood sugarIt helps your body release insulin after a meal, which helps keep blood sugar steadier after you eat.
The dose starts low and steps up
Starting low and stepping up about every four weeks gives your body time to adjust. Your clinician decides each step.
Some newer medicines act on a second gut hormone as well. In studies of brand-name medicines, they led to a larger average weight loss.
- Start
- Week 4
- Week 8
- Week 12
- Week 16
The bars show the dose, not weight. Not to scale.
Side effects and safety
How many people out of 10 had each side effect in studies of brand-name medicines of this type. Most were mild to moderate and happened while the dose was going up.
- Lower estimate
- Upper estimate
- Did not have it
- Each side effect is counted separately. A person can have more than one.
Nauseaabout 2 to 4 in 10 people
Diarrheaabout 2 to 3 in 10 people
Constipationabout 1 to 2 in 10 people
Vomitingabout 1 to 2 in 10 people
Compounded medicine
The medicine in this program is made by a compounding pharmacy. It is not the same as a brand-name or generic medicine.
Serious problems
Serious problems are rare but can happen. They include swelling of the pancreas, gallbladder problems, kidney problems from fluid loss, severe stomach problems, serious allergic reactions, vision changes in people with diabetes, low blood sugar when taken with some diabetes medicines, and mood changes or thoughts of self-harm. Call us right away, or call 911 in an emergency, if you have severe stomach pain, vomiting that will not stop, or trouble breathing.
Who should not use it
Brand-name medicines of this type carry an FDA boxed warning about thyroid tumors seen in animal studies. Do not use them if you or a family member has had medullary thyroid cancer or MEN 2. Do not use them if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Some can make birth control pills work less well.
Not everyone qualifies
Whether medication is appropriate for you, and which one, is decided by your clinician after reviewing your health history. Not everyone who requests the program will be prescribed medication.
Common questions
Who runs the program?
A licensed clinician (MD or NP) at Frontline Healthcare Endocrinology evaluates you, decides on treatment, and monitors you every month.
Who is the program for?
Adults with obesity, or adults who are overweight and have a weight-related health problem such as high blood pressure. It is not for cosmetic weight loss. Your clinician decides if it is right for you.
Do I choose my plan?
You can tell us which plan interests you. Your clinician makes the final recommendation based on your health history and goals.
Is it covered by insurance?
This is a self-pay program. We do not bill insurance for it. It is not offered to people covered by Medicare, Medi-Cal, TRICARE, or other government health programs.
Is the result guaranteed?
No. Your result depends on your body, your dose, and the changes you make to eating and activity. Some people lose little or no weight.
Can I cancel?
Yes, at any time, with no cancellation fee. Call us or send us a message at least 3 business days before your next monthly charge. A month is not refunded once the pharmacy has filled your medicine.
What happens if I stop?
Many people regain some weight after stopping medication. Your clinician will talk with you about a long-term plan before you start.
Request a call
Leave your number and our front desk will call within one business day to answer your questions and book your $180 consultation.
We call Monday to Thursday, 8am to 6pm. Requests sent after 6pm Thursday are called on Monday.
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