FAQ

While many components go into making our programs so successful, above all, our success rate can be attributed to the fact that we treat the underlying causes of your weight gain with a highly individualized medical program.

It depends on availability (yours and your physician). Whenever possible, we organize your follow-up calls with the same physician you spoke with upon your first visit.

Yes. Generally, each patient sees our medical staff monthly and in some cases weekly.

Every patient is different. As a result, you and our medical team will be responsible for setting your weight loss goals.

Yes! You will be assigned a personal wellness coach who will provide you with a nutritious eating plan, dietary guidance, and advice for sound exercise habits.

No. Each patient will work closely with our wellness coach and team to establish dietary guidelines in line with the needs of the patient. All patients will receive access to our Dr. G ’s app, providing an extensive library of meal plans, exercise videos and tips, and tracking features allowing for better overall long term results.

Yes. We have a team of wellness coaches on staff to assist our weight loss patients on their journeys toward better health and wellness.

Yes. Your personal wellness coach will give you important information about making better dietary choices, what are the best types of food to be eating in order to get results, and what a sound eating plan looks like.

Yes. We treat both men and women who are interested in embarking on a medical weight loss journey.

No. Our weight loss program is currently offered to residents of Florida who live within the vicinity of Tampa.

We currently have plans to suit patients of all ages. Patients under 18 will need parental consent. All plans are determined by our physician.

The length of each program available depends solely on the needs of each individual patient.

After your initial consultation with your physician, you will have a 15-minute video call with your personal wellness coach each week to help keep you on track. In addition, you will speak to your doctor online once per month.

We recommend that each patient sets aside approximately one hour on your first initial consultation visit. Our team completes a thorough evaluation which will include blood work, ekg, vitals, along with an analysis to determine which program is suitable for the needs of the patient.

Our medical evaluation tests for health conditions such as diabetes, glucose intolerance, hypothyroidism, high cortisol levels, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels.

Yes. Depending on your customized medical weight loss treatment plan, your physician may prescribe several medications to address the underlying causes of your weight problems. These medications are based on your customized medical treatment plan and are all FDA-approved.

Yes. All prescription medications are FDA-approved.

No. Currently, DR. G’s is a fee-for-service program, and we do not accept insurance.

Yes. Our convenient app allows you to remotely track your health values, progress and meals.

Our ideal candidate is anyone eighteen years or older who meets the criteria outlined on our terms and conditions page.

Those suffering from a previously diagnosed medical condition will be assessed for eligibility by a Virtual Weight Loss physician on a case-by-case basis.

No. Virtual Weight Loss is a fee-for-service program and does not require a doctor’s referral.

Since each program is individualized, each patient will need to speak with our team to determine which program journey is right for you.

Yes, we have payment plans that fit everyone's budget.