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Our Medical Team

Weight Method connects every patient with licensed providers who specialize in obesity medicine. No generic algorithms, no auto-approvals — every treatment plan is individually reviewed.

Updated March 2026Medically reviewed by licensed providers

Weight Method's medical team includes board-certified obesity medicine specialists and licensed healthcare providers across all 50 states. Every treatment plan is individually reviewed by a qualified provider. Our protocols are based on FDA-approved GLP-1 medications backed by landmark clinical trials including STEP 1 and SURMOUNT-1.

Our Providers

Our network includes multiple licensed medical professionals across the United States, ensuring coverage and expertise in every state.

Board-Certified in Obesity Medicine

Certifications from the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) or equivalent bariatric medicine specialties.

Licensed Across All 50 States

Active medical licenses verified through state medical boards and re-validated periodically.

Internal & Family Medicine Specialists

Physicians with specific expertise in weight management and metabolic conditions.

Continuing Medical Education

Education focused on GLP-1 pharmacology, dosing protocols, and patient management.

Medical Review Process

Every patient receives an individualized medical evaluation to ensure GLP-1 treatment is safe and appropriate.

01

Health History Assessment

Detailed medical questionnaire: BMI, pre-existing conditions, current medications, prior GLP-1 history, and contraindications.

02

Eligibility Verification

Objective clinical criteria: BMI ≥ 30, or BMI ≥ 27 with qualifying comorbidities. Patients under 18 are not eligible.

03

Licensed Provider Review

A licensed medical provider personally reviews every case, selects medication, and determines initial dosing.

04

Medication & Dosing Selection

Semaglutide or tirzepatide based on BMI, medical history, and expected response. Gradual escalation dosing.

05

Ongoing Monitoring

Progress tracking, dosing adjustments, and continuous support throughout the program.

Key Fact

Every treatment plan is individually reviewed by a licensed medical provider. No auto-approvals or algorithm-only systems are used.

Clinical Evidence

Protocols built on landmark clinical trials published in the world's most prestigious medical journals.

14.9%weight loss

STEP 1 (2021)

Semaglutide 2.4 mg vs 2.4% placebo over 68 weeks in adults with obesity (BMI ≥ 30) or overweight (BMI ≥ 27) with comorbidity.

Wilding JPH, et al. N Engl J Med. 2021;384:989-1002. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2032183

22.5%weight loss

SURMOUNT-1 (2022)

Tirzepatide 15 mg at 72 weeks in adults with obesity. The largest reduction recorded in a GLP-1 clinical trial.

Jastreboff AM, et al. N Engl J Med. 2022;387:205-216. DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2206038

9.6%with type 2 diabetes

STEP 2 (2021)

Semaglutide 2.4 mg over 68 weeks, demonstrating efficacy even where weight loss is clinically more challenging.

Davies M, et al. Lancet. 2021;397(10278):971-984. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(21)00213-0

14.7%with type 2 diabetes

SURMOUNT-2 (2023)

Tirzepatide at 72 weeks, significantly outperforming previous therapies in this population.

Garvey WT, et al. Lancet. 2023;402(10402):613-626. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(23)01200-X

Key Fact

The STEP and SURMOUNT trials represent over 10,000 combined participants and demonstrate 14.9%–22.5% body weight loss with semaglutide and tirzepatide.

Source: New England Journal of Medicine, The Lancet

Quality Standards

Weight Method operates under strict regulatory compliance and patient protection standards.

FDA-Approved Medications

Semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound) with full regulatory approval for chronic weight management.

Verified State Licensing

Licenses validated before onboarding and re-verified periodically.

HIPAA Compliant

Medical data encrypted in transit and at rest with strict access controls.

Documented Informed Consent

Telehealth, medication, HIPAA, and terms consents — all electronically signed.

Identity Verification

Identity verified and eligibility confirmed before prescribing. No shortcuts.

Clinical Practice Protocols

AACE and Endocrine Society guidelines with individualized adjustments.

Start with a Trusted Medical Team

Take our 5-minute quiz and a licensed provider will review your eligibility for GLP-1 treatment.

Check Eligibility