Medical Weight Loss Reno, NV | ALpine Wellness

How Our Medical Supervised Weight Loss Programs Work

Most weight loss clinics follow a script. You walk in, they put you on medication, and they send you home with a generic meal plan.

We do things differently.

Step 1: Figuring Out What’s Wrong

Before we talk about weight loss medications, we run comprehensive lab work. We’re looking at:

• Thyroid function (TSH, T3, T4)
• Sex hormones (testosterone, estrogen, progesterone)
• Metabolic markers (fasting glucose, insulin, A1C)
• Cortisol levels
• Nutritional deficiencies (vitamin D, B12, iron)

One patient was frustrated after trying four different diets. She’d lose 10 pounds, then gain back 15. Her labs showed severely low testosterone and hypothyroidism. Two months after addressing the root cause, she was down 14 pounds and finally keeping it off.

That’s the difference. We don’t just treat the weight. We treat what’s causing it.

Step 2: We Build Your Personal Program

Once we know what’s happening inside your body, we create a medically supervised weight loss plan that might include:

GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications

These medications have changed everything for people who’ve struggled with weight for years. They work with your body’s natural hunger signals instead of against them.

• Semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic): A once-weekly injection that helps you feel full faster and stay satisfied longer. Clinical trials show patients lose 10-15% of their body weight when combined with lifestyle changes.
• Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound): A newer medication that works on two different pathways in your body. Some studies show promising results, 15-20% or more body weight loss. FDA-approved and can be incredibly effective for people who haven’t responded to other treatments.
• Phentermine: A proven appetite suppressant that’s been helping people lose weight for decades. Usually best for shorter-term use and quick results.
• Metformin: Especially helpful if you have insulin resistance or prediabetes. It improves how your body processes sugar and can support steady, sustainable weight loss.

Hormone Optimization

If your labs show low testosterone, thyroid issues, or other hormone imbalances, we address those alongside your weight loss plan. Because you can’t out-exercise a broken metabolism.

Nutritional Guidance

No crash diets. No meal replacements. Just real food strategies that fit your life.

Regular Check-Ins

We track more than the scale. Body composition. Energy levels. How you’re sleeping. How you’re feeling. This is concierge-level care, not a prescription mill.

Step 3: We Adapt Based On Results

Your body changes as you lose weight. Your medication needs might change. Your energy might shift. We’re watching all of it and adjusting your program every step of the way.

This is professional, medically supervised weight management. You’re not doing this alone.

Why Alpine Wellness Is Different from Other Weight Loss Clinics in Reno

Here’s what we hear from new patients all the time: “I tried another weight loss clinic and they just gave me shots. Nothing else changed.”

That’s not how we do it.

We Look At The Whole Picture

Most weight loss programs focus on calories in, calories out. We look at your hormones, your stress levels, your sleep quality, and your nutritional status. Because all of those things affect whether you can lose weight and keep it off.

Using GLP-1 Medications Safely

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are incredible tools. But they’re just tools. If you have underlying hormone issues, they’ll work better once we fix those. If you’re not sleeping, they’ll be less effective. We optimize everything so the medications can do their job.

We’re Not A Weight Loss Mill

You won’t sit in a waiting room with 20 other people getting the same prescription. You’ll work directly with our medical team. You’ll get real answers to your questions. And if something isn’t working, we’ll figure out why and change course.

What to Expect: Your First Visit

Here’s how it works:

Initial Consultation: We sit down and talk about your history. Every diet you’ve tried. Every medication you’ve been on. Your family history. Your symptoms. Everything.

Comprehensive Labs: We run the full panel. Not just the basics – the hormones, the metabolic markers, the nutritional levels that other doctors skip.

Results Discussion: Once your labs are back, we go over every number with you. We explain what it means and how it’s affecting your weight.

Personalized Plan: We create your program together. GLP-1 medications if appropriate. Hormone optimization if needed. Nutrition strategies that fit your life.

Ongoing Support: You’re not getting a prescription and being sent on your way. We check in regularly, adjust your plan as needed, and make sure you’re actually getting results.

GLP-1 Weight Loss: What You Need to Know

If you’ve been hearing about Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound, you’re not alone. These medications have become the gold standard for medical weight loss – and for good reason.

GLP-1 stands for glucagon-like peptide-1. It’s a hormone your body already makes that tells your brain you’re full. These medications mimic that hormone at much higher levels.

What does that mean for you? You feel satisfied after smaller meals. You don’t think about food constantly. The cravings that used to control your day just… quiet down.

Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide: What’s the difference?

Semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic):

• Once-weekly injection
• Works on GLP-1 receptors
• 10-15% average body weight loss in clinical trials
• FDA-approved for chronic weight management
• Well-studied and proven effective

Tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound):

• Weekly injection
• Works on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors (dual action)
• Newer but showing strong results
• Can be effective for people who haven’t responded to semaglutide

Risk is minimized when prescribed and monitored by a medical professional, such as a nurse practitioner or physician. We help you decide which one is right for your situation.

Are These The Same as Ozempic?

You’ve probably heard people talking about Ozempic for weight loss. Here’s the clarification: Ozempic and Wegovy are both semaglutide. Ozempic is FDA-approved for diabetes. Wegovy is FDA-approved specifically for weight loss at a higher dose.

Same medication, different indications. We prescribe the right one for your needs.