Do I need labs before starting a weight loss plan?

Yes. Labs show what is driving the problem and whether any medication is safe for you.

Is GLP-1 medication right for everyone?

No. Eligibility depends on your health history and results. Nicole reviews both before recommending it.

Yes. See transferring your GLP-1 care on the GLP-1 page for what to bring.

Telehealth is available to patients located in Arizona. Lab draws and some visits take place in the Gilbert office.

You are eating well and staying active, and the scale does not budge. That is not a failure of willpower. It usually has a measurable cause.

Weight is regulated by hormones, insulin, thyroid function, sleep, stress and medications, not effort alone.

Insulin resistance, hormonal change around menopause and low thyroid are common reasons weight becomes harder to shift.

We start with labs and a detailed history, then build a supervised plan around what the results show.

Many patients recognise several of these.

Treatment is chosen with you, after the results are in. Options may include:

Frequently asked questions

Knowing the cause changes the plan. Request a consultation at Modern Day Wellness in Gilbert.