Medical weight loss is a comprehensive, physician-guided approach to achieving sustainable weight loss that goes far beyond fad diets or one-size-fits-all programs.
By taking into account your unique medical history, metabolic profile, lifestyle, and goals, we develop a personalized plan that addresses the underlying factors contributing to weight gain – including hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, gut dysfunction, and inflammation – to help you achieve lasting results and improve your overall health and well-being.
Our medical weight loss program incorporates a range of evidence-based therapies and strategies tailored to your individual needs:
GLP-1 and dual-incretin receptor agonists represent the most significant advance in obesity medicine in decades.
Semaglutide, a once-weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist, demonstrated a mean body weight reduction of 14.9% over 68 weeks in the landmark STEP 1 trial, with 86% of participants achieving at least 5% weight loss. Tirzepatide, a novel dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist, produced even greater results in the SURMOUNT-1 trial, with participants achieving average weight reductions of up to 20.9% at 72 weeks – results comparable in magnitude to bariatric surgery.
Additional peptide options including AOD9604, BPC-157, and Tesamorelin may be considered based on individual needs and treatment response.
Contrave (naltrexone/bupropion) is an FDA-approved prescription weight loss medication that works by reducing cravings and appetite through combined action on reward and hunger pathways in the brain.
Our team evaluates each patient's full medication profile and health history to determine whether Contrave is an appropriate adjunct to the overall weight loss plan.
The L-Nutra ProLon Fasting Mimicking Diet (FMD) is a 5-day, plant-based, low-calorie meal program designed to trigger the metabolic and cellular benefits of fasting while providing essential nutrients.
A clinical trial published in Science Translational Medicine demonstrated that three cycles of the FMD over three months significantly reduced body weight, trunk fat, blood pressure, blood glucose, IGF-1, and inflammatory markers, with greater benefits seen in individuals with elevated baseline risk.
A 2024 Nature Communications study further found that three FMD cycles were associated with a 2.5-year reduction in median biological age, independent of weight loss. We may also incorporate high-quality meal replacement strategies to support portion control and consistent calorie management between FMD cycles.
Our medical weight loss program can benefit a wide range of individuals, including:
Your medical weight loss journey at Halo Concierge Health begins with a comprehensive initial call with our team. During this visit, we will take a detailed medical history, discuss your current challenges and goals, and perform any necessary physical exams or diagnostic tests, including advanced metabolic and hormonal labs, to identify potential root causes of your weight challenges.
Based on this assessment, we will create a personalized medical weight loss plan that may include a combination of peptide therapies, medication management, dietary strategies, and lifestyle modifications. Throughout your journey, regular follow-up appointments allow us to monitor your progress, fine-tune your plan, and provide ongoing support.
Additional interventions such as nutritional counseling, fitness guidance, or stress management techniques may also be recommended to support your overall success.
Individual results vary depending on starting weight, overall health status, the therapies selected, and adherence to the recommended plan.
On average, patients in our medical weight loss program can achieve a 10–20% reduction in initial body weight within the first 6–12 months of treatment, with some patients achieving even greater results with peptide therapies like tirzepatide. We will set realistic, individualized goals with you at the outset and track your progress at every visit.
Common side effects across our medical weight loss therapies may include nausea, fatigue, digestive changes, or mild headaches, particularly in the early phases of treatment; most of these improve as your body adjusts and with dose or formulation modifications.
When to contact the clinic: persistent or worsening side effects, new symptoms following any medication or protocol change, significant mood changes, or weight-related health concerns that are not improving.
Seek urgent care immediately for: chest pain, shortness of breath, severe abdominal pain, signs of pancreatitis, seizures, severe allergic reaction, fainting, or any signs of a serious medical emergency.
At Halo Concierge Health, we practice responsible, evidence-based medical weight loss informed by comprehensive lab testing, individualized treatment planning, and close ongoing monitoring – with full transparency about risks, benefits, and alternatives at every step.
The amount of weight you can expect to lose will depend on various factors, including your starting weight, overall health status, and adherence to the recommended treatment plan. On average, patients in our medical weight loss program can achieve a 10-20% reduction in their initial body weight within the first 6-12 months of treatment. However, individual results may vary, and some patients may achieve even more significant weight loss with the help of peptide therapies and other targeted interventions.
When prescribed and monitored by a qualified medical professional like Halo Concierge Health, peptide therapies for weight loss are generally safe and well-tolerated. However, as with any medical treatment, there may be potential side effects or risks, such as digestive issues, injection site reactions, or allergic reactions. Halo Concierge Health will carefully review your medical history and discuss any potential risks or contraindications before recommending a specific peptide therapy.
The duration of your medical weight loss program will depend on your individual goals, progress, and response to treatment. Some patients may achieve their desired results within 6-12 months, while others may benefit from ongoing support and maintenance to sustain their weight loss long-term. Halo Concierge Health will work with you to determine the optimal duration of your initial treatment plan and assess the need for continued therapy based on your progress and long-term health objectives. Our goal is to help you achieve lasting results and equip you with the tools to maintain optimal health and performance.
Yes, the medical weight loss program at Halo Concierge Health can often be combined with other treatments to enhance overall results and address related health concerns. Halo Concierge Health may recommend combining your weight loss plan with hormone optimization, gut health support, nutritional supplementation, or other targeted interventions based on your specific needs and goals. She will work with you to create a comprehensive treatment plan that supports your overall health and well-being.
Coverage for medical weight loss services varies depending on the specific insurance plan and the treatments involved. While some insurance plans may cover certain aspects of the program, such as medication management or nutritional counseling, others may consider peptide therapies or meal replacement strategies to be elective or experimental and decline coverage. Halo Concierge Health's team will work with you to determine your insurance coverage and explore financing options to make the program as accessible as possible.
Our medical weight loss program integrates seamlessly with our broader functional medicine offerings, including Hormone Optimization, Gut Health Optimization, Peptide Therapy, Regenerative Medicine, and Longevity Medicine. Addressing weight alongside these interconnected systems often produces the most comprehensive and lasting results.
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Halo Concierge Health is located in Raleigh, NC and serves practice members throughout North Carolina and Virginia. These areas include but are not limited to Raleigh, Wake Forest, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Garner, Clayton, Rolesville, Zebulon, and Mebane with options for follow-up telemedicine appointments.