MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS · NEW PORT RICHEY, FL
A physician-supervised GLP-1 medical weight loss program — personally overseen by Dr. Desai, a board-certified physician, with the same trusted team that already knows your health.
$199
Per month, to start*
Brand-name GLP-1 injections can run $500–$1,350 a month depending on pharmacy and program. Our physician-supervised program delivers real medication and real medical care — often for less, with B12 and oversight included, transparent monthly pricing, and no insurance runaround.
See full pricing & what's included* Starting price applies to semaglutide (0.25 mg). Every semaglutide and tirzepatide dose tier is listed on our full pricing page.
THE MEDICAL DIFFERENCE
Medical weight loss means losing weight under the care of a licensed physician — with a real medical evaluation, prescription therapy when it's the right fit, and ongoing monitoring — rather than going it alone with diets, supplements, or a questionnaire-only online prescription.
At our weight loss clinic in New Port Richey, that starts with an in-person evaluation with Dr. Desai. He reviews your health history, discusses your goals, and determines whether GLP-1 therapy (semaglutide or tirzepatide) is appropriate for you. From there, your medical weight loss program includes personalized dosing, nutrition and lifestyle guidance, and regular follow-ups with a weight loss doctor who actually knows you.
That medical layer is the difference between a prescription and a program: side effects get managed early, doses get adjusted to you, and the plan evolves as your body changes.
HOW IT WORKS
GLP-1 medications mimic a natural gut hormone your body releases after you eat. Working together, they help you eat less without the constant fight against hunger.
They slow how quickly your stomach empties, so a normal meal keeps you satisfied for hours.
They turn down appetite and the “food noise,” so you're not thinking about the next snack all day.
They help regulate blood sugar and insulin response, which supports steadier energy and fat loss.
Semaglutide activates the GLP-1 pathway. Tirzepatide is a newer, dual-action medication that works on GLP-1 and a second pathway (GIP), which is why many patients see even greater results.
IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU?
The only way to know for sure is a physician evaluation — that's the first step in our program, and it's done in person with me.
I review your full history personally before we begin.
SEMAGLUTIDE vs TIRZEPATIDE
| Semaglutide + B12 | Tirzepatide + B12 | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Activates the GLP-1 pathway | Dual-action: GLP-1 + GIP |
| Typical starting dose | 0.25 mg / week | 2.5 mg / week |
| Our monthly price | $199–$289 | $269–$439 |
| Often chosen by | Patients new to GLP-1, or cost-conscious | Patients wanting the newer, dual-action option |
| B12 included | Every dose | Every dose |
Both are a once-weekly injection, both start low and increase slowly, and both are supervised in person by me. Which one fits you is a decision we make together at your evaluation.
Peptide Therapies — Coming Soon
WHAT TO EXPECT
Results vary from person to person and depend on the medication, your dose, and the changes you make alongside it. In large clinical studies, patients lost a meaningful percentage of their body weight over about a year, and many also saw improvements in blood sugar and blood pressure.
GLP-1 therapy works best as part of a plan, not a quick fix. We pair your medication with nutrition and lifestyle guidance — so the results you reach are results you can keep.
WHY FAMILY MEDICAL DOCTORS
Dr. Desai selects the compounding pharmacy and formulation himself — accredited, sterile, and third-party tested for purity and potency.
Your progress, labs, and any side effects are monitored by your physician, not a faceless website. Care is adjusted as you go.
Personalized dosing paired with nutrition and lifestyle guidance — designed for results you can sustain.
Simple monthly cash pricing. No surprise costs, no insurance hurdles — you always know what you pay.
The warmth of a family doctor who knows you, with the rigor of preventive, science-grounded care.
I'm Dr. Nilesh Desai, a board-certified internal medicine physician and co-founder of Family Medical Doctors. This isn't a website that mails you a prescription — every patient in our weight-loss program is evaluated, dosed, and followed by me personally, with the same team that already knows your health.
That means real medical oversight, honest answers, and a plan built around your life — not a one-size-fits-all script. If something comes up along the way, you have a doctor who knows you, not a chatbot.
Dr. Nilesh Desai, M.D.Co-Founder, Family Medical Doctors · New Port Richey, FL
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MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS NEAR YOU
Our medical weight loss clinic is located at 5234 Little Road in New Port Richey, and patients visit us from Trinity, Odessa, Port Richey, Hudson, Wesley Chapel, Land O' Lakes, and across Pasco County and the greater Tampa Bay area. If you've been searching for a weight loss doctor near you who will actually see you in person, we're a short drive away — and the first evaluation is where every program begins. Call (727) 807-6900 to schedule.
PATIENT EXPERIENCE
The same warmth and attention our patients describe is what guides our weight-loss program, too.
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. This program requires a medical evaluation and is not appropriate for everyone; eligibility is determined by your physician. Individual results vary.
Semaglutide and tirzepatide are the active ingredients in certain brand-name GLP-1 medications; compounded formulations are prepared by a state-licensed pharmacy and are not the brand-name products.
Pricing shown is a starting point and may vary by personalized treatment plan.