Glossary - Medical Weight Loss in Alpharetta / Johns Creek

Definition

Medical weight loss is a clinically supervised approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, using evidence-based strategies tailored to each patient’s unique needs, health status, and lifestyle. At Geneva-Med Primary Care & Med Spa in Alpharetta, serving Johns Creek, Milton, and Roswell, our medical weight loss programs are led by licensed healthcare providers who combine nutrition counseling, behavioral coaching, exercise recommendations, and — when appropriate — prescription weight loss medications to deliver sustainable results.

Unlike fad diets or unsupervised programs, medical weight loss is rooted in science, focusing on safe, gradual weight reduction and improved overall health.

Purpose

Our medical weight loss programs aim to:

• Promote sustainable weight loss without extreme restriction or unsafe practices.
• Reduce health risks associated with obesity, including heart disease, diabetes, and joint problems.
• Improve energy levels and mobility for better daily functioning.
• Enhance self-confidence and body image.
• Support long-term weight maintenance with lifestyle education and follow-up care.

For Alpharetta and Johns Creek residents — many of whom juggle demanding careers, family responsibilities, and busy social schedules — we provide customized, realistic solutions that fit into your life.

How It Works

1. Comprehensive Assessment
   • Medical history review, physical exam, and baseline labs to identify health risks and underlying causes of weight gain (e.g., hormonal imbalance, thyroid issues, metabolic disorders).
2. Customized Plan Development
   • Nutrition counseling with practical, culturally relevant meal planning.
   • Exercise guidance tailored to your fitness level and schedule.
   • Behavioral strategies to address emotional eating or unhealthy habits.
   • Optional prescription medications, such as GLP-1 receptor agonists, appetite suppressants, or metabolic boosters, when clinically appropriate.
3. Ongoing Monitoring & Support
   • Regular check-ins (in-person or via telemedicine for Georgia residents) to assess progress, adjust your plan, and address challenges.
   • Coaching and accountability to help you stay on track.
4. Maintenance Phase
   • Education on portion control, mindful eating, and balanced nutrition for long-term success.

Continued monitoring to prevent weight regain.

Use Cases & Benefits

Ideal for:

• Individuals with a BMI over 25 who have not achieved results through diet and exercise alone.
• Patients with obesity-related health conditions (type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol).
• Those seeking a medically supervised alternative to commercial diet plans.
• Postpartum women aiming to return to pre-pregnancy weight safely.

Benefits for Alpharetta & Johns Creek Patients:

• Physician oversight for safety and effectiveness.
• Personalized approach — no “one-size-fits-all” diet.
• Evidence-based medication options for those who qualify.
• Long-term support to maintain results.

Convenient scheduling with in-office and telemedicine follow-ups for Georgia patients.

Considerations

• Prescription medications may have side effects; careful monitoring is essential.
  
• Results vary depending on adherence, metabolism, and underlying health factors.
  
• Weight loss requires commitment to long-term lifestyle changes.
  
• Some insurance plans cover medical weight loss; verify coverage in advance.