Medically supervised weight loss involves personalized plans from healthcare providers using diet, activity, medications, or surgery, leading to safer, more effective results compared to unassisted efforts.

How Does Medically Supervised Weight Loss Work?

Why Weight Loss Matters

According to the CDC, obesity is a serious, common disease affecting about 42% of U.S. adults, with 31% being overweight. Overall, roughly 7 in 10 adults weigh more than recommended, increasing health risks and costs.

What Is Medically Assisted Weight Loss?

This approach involves healthcare professionals guiding individuals through personalized weight loss programs. It combines diet, exercise, behavioral therapy, medications, and sometimes surgery to improve safety and effectiveness.

What Medically Supervised Weight Loss Options Are There?

Diet Plans and Meal Replacements

Customized meal plans, often including shakes or bars, help control calorie intake and modify eating habits.

Physical Activity

Exercise routines tailored to your fitness level burn calories, improve health, and preserve muscle mass.

Behavioral Therapy

Psychological support helps address emotional eating, stress, and habits affecting weight.

Medications and Surgery

Prescription drugs like tirzepatide, semaglutide, or liraglutide can suppress appetite or regulate hormones. Surgery may be recommended for severe cases.

Does Medically Assisted Weight Loss Work?

Research indicates higher success, with participants losing an average of 14.4% of body weight, retaining much of it over years. Success depends on individual factors, professional guidance, commitment, and health conditions.

How to Choose the Best Program?

What Prescription Medications Are Used?

Common options include tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), semaglutide (Ozempic), liraglutide (Saxenda), and others. Your provider assesses your health to prescribe the safest, most effective medication.

Losing Weight with Healthcare Support

Engaging with primary care providers, nurse practitioners, dieticians, therapists, and surgeons improves your chances of success. They develop personalized plans, monitor progress, and support behavioral change.

What to Expect During a Program

Initial Assessment

Providers evaluate your weight, medical history, habits, and goals, measuring BMI and body stats.

Personalized Plan

Includes diet, exercise, behavioral therapy, medication, or surgery, tailored to your needs and preferences.

Follow-Up & Monitoring

Regular check-ins track progress, adjust plans, and address concerns, emphasizing long-term commitment.

Get Help with Medically Supervised Weight Loss

On Klarity, you can connect with licensed healthcare professionals—nurse practitioners, physician assistants, psychologists, and therapists—to start your weight loss journey. Appointments are often available within 24 hours, with free initial consultations with select providers.

Important Medical Disclaimers

This content is for educational purposes only. Prescription medications and procedures are prescribed based on individual assessment. If experiencing a psychiatric emergency, seek immediate help through emergency services or crisis hotlines.

How Klarity Works

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Contact & Booking

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