How much does MOBO's Medical Weight Loss Program cost?
The Cost of Initial Visit (Includes First Month): $199
Monthly Membership: $149
*Terms and Conditions Apply. Please note the cost of the medication is separate from the cost of MOBO Med Spa's Weight Loss Program. Patients without insurance have affordable cash pay options for medication that can range from $65-250 per month or more depending on the specific medication and dose. Most patients pay less than $299 per month for both our membership and medication. You are required to meet regularly with medical team who will determine if you are a candidate for weight loss medications and provide ongoing care.
Is there a long term commitment?
No there is no long term commitment! You’re required to be enrolled in our monthly weight management membership program when under our care and in active weight loss; however, once you wean and stop, the membership stops.
Are there side effects?
MOBO providers commonly prescribe GLP-1 medications which do have common side effects of GI upset, nausea, constipation, among others. There are also other more serious side effects that your provider will review with you during your initial work-up. Because we avoid automatic up-titration, and aim for the lowest effective doses of medications, most patients tolerate their individualized treatment plan well.
Should I exercise while on MOBO's Medical Weight Loss Program?
Yes - Benefits of exercise include better sleep, mental health, sex drive, and weight loss. Exercise improves insulin sensitivity, by increasing the amount of glucose your muscles use. Exercise may further improve glycemic control when combined with GLP-1s.
Recommendation: 2-3 days of mild to moderate strength training per week and walk 20 mins/day.
Do you offer diet or nutritional guidance while on medical weight loss?
Patients trying to lose weight with help from medication should work with their healthcare professional for a guided meal plan, but in general, they should aim to eat 1,200 to 1,800 calories a day depending on their initial weight. Eat a lot of different vegetables and healthy proteins as the foundation of your diet. Vegetables and fruits, which are full of vitamins, minerals and fiber, are essential for a healthy weight-loss program. We also recommend one to two daily servings of healthy fats such as avocados, nuts and seeds. Drink 60-80oz of water each day. It is recommended to avoid alcohol. Eliminate or reduce processed foods and added sugars.
Who should not take weight loss medication?
Semaglutide: You should not take any GLP-1RA if you or your family have history of medullary thyroid cancer or if you have a personal history of pancreatitis. Avoid GLP-1 therapies if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Stop using this medicine at least 2 months before you plan to get pregnant. Ask your healthcare provider if you're a candiate for GLP-1s.
Contrave: Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your provider right away if you become pregnant. You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to bupropion or naltrexone, or if you have untreated or uncontrolled high blood pressure, an eating disorder (anorexia or bulimia), a history of seizures, opioid addiction or withdrawal, if you take other forms of bupropion (Wellbutrin, Aplenzin, Budeprion, Forfivo, Zyban, and others), or if you have suddenly stopped using alcohol, seizure medication, or a sedative such as Xanax, Valium, Fiorinal, Klonopin, and others). Do not use an MAO inhibitor within 14 days before or 14 days after you take bupropion and naltrexone. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine. Tell your provider if you have ever had: depression, bipolar disorder, or mental illness; suicidal thoughts or actions; a head injury; a tumor or infection in your brain or spinal cord; diabetes or low blood sugar; low sodium levels; liver or kidney disease; heart disease, high blood pressure, heart attack, or stroke; or drug addiction, or if you normally drink a lot of alcohol. Some young people have thoughts about suicide when first taking bupropion. Your provider should check your progress at regular visits. Your family or other caregivers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms.