Lifeline Family Health & Wellness
A Dallas Family Practice
Medical Weight Loss
"Lose weight, gain health"
A holistic approach to weight loss prioritizes overall well-being while addressing the underlying causes of weight gain. Nutritional counseling forms a crucial part of this approach, helping individuals develop healthier eating habits and make informed choices. Optimization of vitamin and hormone levels ensures that the body functions optimally and minimizes factors that contribute to weight gain. Additionally, for some individuals, medication may be necessary to manage underlying health conditions or aid in weight loss efforts. By combining these elements, a holistic approach provides a comprehensive and personalized strategy for individuals to achieve their weight loss goals while promoting long-term health and wellness.
GLP-1
GLP-1s, or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, are medications that can aid in weight loss. These drugs work by increasing feelings of fullness, reducing appetite, and slowing down digestion. By incorporating GLP-1s into a weight loss plan, individuals may experience improved weight management and achieve their goals more effectively.
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Examples: Mounjaro/Tirzepatide; Ozempic/Semaglutide
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Extremely limited insurance coverage for brand name products.
Available through compounding pharmacies.
Contrave
Contrave is a prescription weight loss medication that contains a combination of bupropion and naltrexone. Both of these medications work to reduce appetite, control cravings, and improve mood. By combining these two components, Contrave can assist in achieving weight loss goals.
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Available through prescription. Typically covered by insurance.
Phentermine
Phentermine is a prescription medication that helps with weight loss by suppressing appetite and increasing energy levels. It is an FDA-approved appetite suppressant that affects the central nervous system to reduce hunger. Phentermine is typically used for short-term weight management in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise.
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Available through prescription. Typically covered by insurance.
Pricing
Pricing below reflects costs for customers without insurance or those with out of network insurance. Patients with in-network insurance can use their insurance for office visits and labs only. Contact the office for questions regarding pricing of medication.
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**Results may vary. Weight loss cannot be guaranteed.
Consultation
INITIAL INTAKE: $149
(In-person/Virtual)
30-45 minutes
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➤Collect history and physical
➤Review lifestyle behaviors
➤Outline goals
➤Discuss medication options, potential side effects and disqualifiers, shipping expectations
➤Review necessary labs
➤Discuss nutritional approaches, meal plans, and apps to aid in weight loss
➤Review appropriate follow-up, annual screenings, and PCP selection.
➤Labs included in price
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**Information collected and labs results will assist the provider in determining if you are an appropriate candidate. This amount is non-refundable.
Semaglutide
MONTHLY FEE: $349
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➤Includes 30 minute monthly in office or virtual follow up.
➤Nutritional counseling
➤Medication and side effects review
➤Appropriate adjustment in dosing
➤Ordering of medication by provider: medication can be mailed to home with all necessary supplies, or to office (injections to be administered weekly in office if patient chooses).
➤One B12 injection per month
➤$50 referral credit
(when a package is purchased, cannot combine with any other discount)
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Tirzepatide
MONTHLY FEE: $449
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➤Includes 30 minute monthly in office or virtual follow up.
➤Nutritional counseling
➤Medication and side effects review
➤Appropriate adjustment in dosing
➤Ordering of medication by provider: medication can be mailed to home with all necessary supplies, or to office (injections to be administered weekly in office if patient chooses).
➤One B12 injection per month
➤$50 referral credit
(when a monthly package is purchased, cannot combine with any other discount)
➤Price valid for 2.5 and 5mg dose**
➤$499 at 7.5mg dose**
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