Safe and Effective Medication
Prescription medication can help address the biological factors that impact weight
Alchemy medical providers can prescribe a wide range of medications that work in distinct ways to address different biological barriers. For example, some medications work on the reward center of your brain while others help stabilize sugar, while others decrease hunger and slow digestion. An Alchemy medical provider will review your history and will make suggestions regarding which medication is best for you and check in regularly to adjust or make changes as needed
Start your Weight Loss Journey with 3 Simple Steps
Weight management with a comprehensive approach - Nutrition, movement, stress and emotional health, sleep and social support
1. Your initial appointment will be with an Alchemy provider with advanced training and experience in caring for patients with weight concerns. Your provider will do a thorough overview of your medical history, order any bloodwork to rule out any conditions that may be preventing you from achieving your weight loss goals and will develop a plan for long term success. You can discuss any concerns with the provider at this visit and the provider will introduce you to the options for your plan including medications, nutrition and activity options. After consultation, your provider may order any necessary evaluation or lab test to determine the best treatment route for your needs. This visit may be done in person or via telemedicine, video visit. The initial appointment is $150
2. During the second appointment your provider will work with you to create a customized weight management plan which may include prescribed medications, if determined to be medically appropriate. This appointment can be done in person or by video visit from any device. At that time you will choose a nutrition plan and we will work together to determine what level of activity or movement will be best for you. Movement is excellent for our mental and physical health doesn't have to be anything vigorous or extreme. It should be something enjoyable and some thing achievable at your level of fitness. Medications like phentermine are considered to be controlled substances in Pennsylvania and require an in person visit for prescriptions at least once yearly. The follow up appointment is no charge.
3. After you start your treatment plan, you will have regular check ins monthly (or sooner if needed) with your provider to ensure that your plan is working for you to achieve your weight loss goals and that your overall health continues to improve. These follow ups can be done via video or may be done in person per your preference. We will work together to maintain the most effective and safe plan for you to fit your unique biology and lifestyle. Monthly check in visits are $75.
For video visits
You will be sent a direct link to your appointment before it begins. Please arrive on time. If you are early, you will be placed in a virtual waiting room until your provider is ready. Your provider will verify your information and ask you some additional health questions. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. Your provider is excited to help you along your journey with weight loss. Your provider will review the visit with you and process your plan. If you are eligible for insurance coverage your provider will send a prescription to the local pharmacy of your choice. If you are purchasing through the specialty pharmacy accessibility option your provider will send an invoice to you directly. Once the invoice is paid your order through the specialty pharmacy will be processed and shipped. Shipping times may vary but are typically within a few days. Medication will be adjusted as needed and delivered to your door monthly.