Recover better. Sleep deeper.
Age on your terms.
Clinician-prescribed peptide protocols that work with your body's own signaling, built on lab work, supervised by a provider who knows your chart, and sourced only through licensed U.S. pharmacies.
Sound familiar?
Recovery takes longer than it used to
Workouts that once left you energized now leave you sore for days.
Sleep doesn't feel restorative
You get the hours in, but wake up feeling like you didn't.
Body composition is drifting
Same habits, different results. More stubborn fat, less lean muscle. We measure it precisely with a body composition analysis.
You feel older than you are
Joints, skin, and energy aging faster than you're ready for.
These changes often trace back to signaling systems that slow with age, including natural growth hormone production, which declines steadily after 30. Peptide therapy is designed to support those systems, not override them.
What peptides actually are
Peptides are short chains of amino acids, the messenger molecules your body already makes and uses every day to signal processes like tissue repair, sleep cycles, and hormone production. Peptide therapy uses specific, clinician-prescribed peptides to support signaling that naturally declines with age.
Unlike synthetic hormone replacement, growth-hormone-supporting peptides work upstream: they encourage your pituitary gland's own production rather than replacing it. That is a different approach from testosterone replacement therapy, which supplements a hormone directly. Your provider will discuss which specific peptides fit your goals and health history during your consultation.
Ways peptide therapy may help
Every protocol is personalized. What patients may experience*:
Recovery & repair
- Faster bounce-back from training and daily strain*
- Support for joint and tissue comfort*
Sleep quality
- Deeper, more restorative sleep cycles*
- Waking with more energy*
Body composition
- Support for lean muscle alongside training*
- Help with stubborn fat, including visceral fat*, often paired with medical weight loss
Skin & healthy aging
- Support for skin firmness and appearance*
- Overall vitality as part of a wellness plan*
Metabolism & energy
- Support for how efficiently your body uses fuel*
- Steadier energy through the day*
Cellular function & longevity
- Support for the body’s natural repair and renewal processes*
- Healthy aging as part of a long-term wellness plan*
*Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. Reported outcomes reflect patient experiences and depend on your health status, protocol, and consistency. Peptide therapy is prescribed only when clinically appropriate after provider evaluation.
Eight peptides we offer, and what each one does
Every peptide below is a short chain of amino acids that acts as a signal in the body. Each one talks to a different system: tissue repair, inflammation, brain chemistry, cellular energy, growth hormone output, or the ageing clock itself. Here is what each is, how it works, and why we reach for it.
BPC-157: the repair peptide
What it is. Body Protection Compound-157 is a 15-amino-acid sequence derived from a protective protein found naturally in human gastric juice. It is one of the most widely studied healing peptides, with hundreds of preclinical papers behind it.
How it works. BPC-157 promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth) through the VEGF pathway, upregulates growth hormone receptors on injured tendon and ligament cells, and modulates nitric oxide so blood flow to damaged tissue improves. In animal models it speeds the knitting together of tendon, ligament, muscle and gut lining.
- Support for tendon, ligament and muscle recovery after injury or hard training*
- Gut-lining support for people with reflux, NSAID irritation or an unsettled stomach*
- Joint comfort and faster bounce-back between workouts*
Why we use it. It is our first choice for nagging soft-tissue injuries and for patients whose recovery has slowed with age. Available as a subcutaneous injection, oral capsule or topical cream depending on the target tissue.
TB-500: the mobility and healing peptide
What it is. TB-500 is the synthetic, active fragment of thymosin beta-4, a protein present in nearly every human cell and concentrated in wound fluid and platelets.
How it works. Its core job is binding actin, the protein cells use to move. By freeing cells to migrate, TB-500 helps new cells reach an injury, encourages blood-vessel formation, and dials down inflammation. Unlike BPC-157 it travels systemically, so it is not limited to the site of injection.
- Whole-body recovery support when more than one area is sore or injured*
- Flexibility and range of motion in stiff, overworked tissue*
- Reduced inflammatory soreness after intense training*
Why we use it. We pair TB-500 with BPC-157 when a patient has widespread wear, chronic stiffness, or an injury that spans muscle and connective tissue. Given by subcutaneous or intramuscular injection.
Epitalon: the longevity peptide
What it is. Epitalon (also spelled epithalon) is a four-amino-acid peptide modelled on epithalamin, a compound produced by the pineal gland. It was developed by Russian gerontologist Vladimir Khavinson and studied for more than three decades.
How it works. Epitalon activates telomerase, the enzyme that maintains the protective caps on the ends of chromosomes, and helps normalise melatonin output from the pineal gland. In laboratory work it lengthened telomeres in human cells and extended lifespan in animal studies; in older adults it has been associated with better sleep rhythm and markers of healthy ageing.
- Healthy-ageing support at the cellular level*
- Deeper, more regular sleep through natural melatonin rhythm*
- Antioxidant and immune-balancing effects reported in research*
Why we use it. For patients focused on longevity rather than a single injury. Epitalon is given as a short injectable course, typically 10 to 20 days, repeated a few times a year rather than taken continuously.
Semax: the focus and brain-health peptide
What it is. Semax is a seven-amino-acid peptide based on a fragment of ACTH, a natural hormone, redesigned to act on the brain without affecting cortisol. It has been used clinically in Russia for decades for cognitive recovery and attention.
How it works. Semax raises brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), the growth factor that supports the survival and connection of neurons, and modulates dopamine and serotonin signalling. Research links it to improved memory, attention and resilience to mental fatigue, as well as neuroprotection after low-oxygen stress.
- Sharper focus and working memory during demanding work*
- Steadier mood and stress tolerance*
- Support for brain recovery and long-term cognitive health*
Why we use it. For brain fog, flagging attention, and patients who want to protect cognition as they age. Semax is a nasal spray, which carries it directly toward the brain and avoids injections entirely.
KPV: the anti-inflammatory peptide
What it is. KPV is the three-amino-acid tail of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH), the part of that hormone responsible for calming inflammation, without any effect on skin pigment.
How it works. KPV enters immune and gut-lining cells and switches off NF-kB, the master signal that drives inflammatory cytokines such as IL-6 and TNF-alpha. It also has direct antimicrobial activity. Studies show it quiets inflammation in the intestinal wall and in skin, two of the body's biggest immune interfaces.
- Gut comfort for irritable, inflamed or sensitive digestion*
- Calmer skin in eczema-, psoriasis- or acne-prone patients*
- Systemic inflammation support alongside recovery protocols*
Why we use it. KPV is our go-to when inflammation, not structural damage, is the problem. It is taken orally for gut-focused goals or applied topically for skin.
MOTS-c: the metabolism and energy peptide
What it is. MOTS-c is a 16-amino-acid peptide encoded by mitochondrial DNA, the power plants inside your cells, rather than by the nuclear genome. Your body makes more of it during exercise and less of it with age.
How it works. MOTS-c activates AMPK, the same energy-sensing switch that exercise and metformin flip on. That improves how muscle takes up glucose, boosts fat burning, and protects insulin sensitivity. In animal studies it doubled running endurance in older animals and prevented diet-induced weight gain, which is why researchers call it an exercise-mimetic.
- Metabolic support for blood sugar and insulin sensitivity*
- Endurance, energy and exercise capacity*
- Body-composition support alongside a weight-loss or TRT plan*
Why we use it. For patients whose metabolism has stalled, who are plateauing on a weight-loss protocol, or who want more out of their training. Given by subcutaneous injection, usually a few times per week.
Sermorelin: the growth hormone peptide
What it is. Sermorelin is a 29-amino-acid copy of the active portion of growth-hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH), the signal your hypothalamus sends to the pituitary. It has two decades of use in adult wellness medicine as a gentler alternative to synthetic HGH.
How it works. Sermorelin binds the pituitary's GHRH receptors and prompts it to release your own growth hormone in its natural nightly pulses. Because the body's feedback brakes stay intact, levels rise within physiological limits rather than overshooting. Growth hormone then raises IGF-1, the messenger behind most of its effects on muscle, bone, skin and metabolism.
- Deeper, more restorative sleep, often the first change patients notice*
- Faster recovery from training, injury and daily wear*
- Gradual fat loss and lean-mass support over several months*
Why we use it. Our foundational growth hormone peptide for patients in their late 30s and beyond whose recovery, sleep and waistline have drifted despite good habits. Given by a small subcutaneous injection at bedtime, with IGF-1 tracked by lab work.
Tesamorelin: the visceral fat peptide
What it is. Tesamorelin is the full 44-amino-acid GHRH molecule with a stabilising modification that makes it stronger and longer-lasting than Sermorelin. It is the only GHRH peptide with an FDA approval, granted for reducing excess abdominal fat, and it has multiple controlled human trials behind it.
How it works. Like Sermorelin it stimulates your pituitary to release growth hormone in natural pulses. The resulting rise in growth hormone and IGF-1 increases the breakdown of stored fat, with a particular effect on visceral fat around the organs, and lowers liver fat. In older adults it has also improved measures of memory and executive function.
- Reduction in stubborn visceral belly fat, roughly 15 to 20 percent over six months in trials*
- Lower liver fat and improved triglycerides*
- Muscle preservation during weight loss and support for sharper thinking*
Why we use it. Our most targeted tool for abdominal fat that will not move with diet and exercise alone, and a strong partner to medical weight loss and TRT. Given by a once-daily subcutaneous injection, with results measured by body composition scans.
*Individual results vary. These peptides are prescribed off-label after a provider evaluation, compounded by licensed U.S. pharmacies, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Much of the supporting research is preclinical; your provider will walk through what the evidence does and does not show for your goals.
Peptides, done the right way
Labs before anything
Comprehensive lab work and a body composition analysis come first, so your protocol is built on data, not guesswork.
One provider, start to finish
Scott Adler, PA-C reviews your labs with you, designs your protocol, and monitors your progress at every step.
Licensed pharmacies only
Prescriptions are filled exclusively through licensed U.S. compounding pharmacies. Never imported, never "research grade."
Monitored & adjusted
Regular check-ins and follow-up labs keep your protocol working, and safe, over time.
A word about "research peptides" online
Unregulated websites sell peptides labeled "for research use only" with no prescription, no purity verification, and no medical oversight. That's not what this is. At Summit Health, peptide therapy is prescription-only, provider-supervised, and dispensed through licensed pharmacies, because your safety is the whole point.
How it works
Initial consultation
A full hour with your provider: comprehensive labs, a body composition analysis, and a real conversation about your goals. In-person or telemedicine.
Provider evaluation
Scott reviews every lab value with you and determines whether peptide therapy is clinically appropriate, and if so, which protocol fits.
Your personalized protocol
Your prescription is filled by a licensed U.S. pharmacy and shipped to you or picked up, with clear instructions for every step.
Ongoing monitoring
Monthly check-ins, follow-up labs, and dose adjustments as your body responds. Most patients evaluate progress over a 3 to 6 month arc.
Transparent pricing
No hidden fees, no memberships you can't understand. Here's exactly how it works:
$300
Initial evaluation & consultation
- Full lab panel, including IGF-1 levels
- Body composition analysis
- One-on-one provider review of your results
$150 per peptide
Your first month of medication
- Prescribed only if clinically appropriate
- Filled through licensed U.S. pharmacies
From $250/month
Complete monthly program
- Cost of medication included
- Office visits & body composition scans
- Concierge access to your care team
Exact program pricing depends on the protocol your provider designs with you, and it is confirmed clearly before you start anything.
Peptide therapy FAQs
Are peptides FDA-approved?
Some peptide medications are FDA-approved for specific uses. Many peptides used in wellness and regenerative medicine are prescribed off-label or compounded through licensed U.S. pharmacies, a legal and common practice in medicine, and only after a provider determines they're clinically appropriate for you. We'll discuss the regulatory status of anything we prescribe, openly, at your consultation.
Do I need a prescription?
Yes. Peptide therapy at Summit Health is prescription-only and always begins with labs and a provider evaluation. We never sell peptides directly, and we never source from "research chemical" suppliers.
Which peptides do you offer?
We currently prescribe eight: BPC-157 and TB-500 for tissue repair and recovery, KPV for inflammation and gut or skin comfort, Semax for focus and brain health, MOTS-c for metabolism and energy, Epitalon for healthy ageing and sleep, and Sermorelin and Tesamorelin, which prompt your own pituitary to release growth hormone for recovery, sleep and body composition. Which ones fit you depends on your labs, goals and health history, and your provider will walk through each option at your consultation.
How soon might I notice changes?
It varies by person and protocol. Many patients report changes in sleep and recovery within the first several weeks, with fuller benefits typically evaluated over 3 to 6 months. Individual results vary and aren't guaranteed.
Is peptide therapy safe?
Like any prescription therapy, peptides have potential side effects, which your provider will review with you before starting. That's exactly why we require labs first, prescribe only when clinically appropriate, and monitor you throughout. Safety oversight is the core of how we practice.
Can I combine peptides with TRT or weight-loss treatment?
Often, yes. Many patients pair peptide protocols with testosterone replacement therapy or medical weight loss under one provider’s supervision, which keeps everything coordinated and monitored together.
Do you offer telemedicine?
Yes. Consultations and follow-ups can be done in-person at our Springfield clinic or by telemedicine, with same-week appointments and free phone consults to get started.
What is the difference between BPC-157 and TB-500?
Both support healing, but they work differently. BPC-157 acts mostly where it is placed, driving new blood-vessel growth and growth-factor signalling in a specific tendon, ligament, muscle or the gut lining. TB-500 circulates through the whole body and works by helping cells migrate to wherever repair is needed, which makes it the better fit for widespread stiffness or multiple sore areas. Many recovery protocols use the two together.
Do peptides have to be injected?
Not always. BPC-157 and KPV come as oral capsules and topical creams as well as injections, and Semax is a nasal spray. TB-500, MOTS-c, Epitalon, Sermorelin and Tesamorelin are given by a small subcutaneous injection with an insulin-style needle that most patients find painless after the first try. We teach you the technique in the office.
Which peptide is best for recovery, brain fog or a stalled metabolism?
As a starting point: BPC-157 and TB-500 for injury and training recovery, KPV when inflammation or gut irritation is the main issue, Semax for focus, memory and brain fog, MOTS-c for energy, blood sugar and weight-loss plateaus, Epitalon for sleep rhythm and long-term healthy ageing, and Sermorelin or Tesamorelin when lighter sleep, slower recovery and stubborn belly fat point to declining growth hormone output. Your provider matches the peptide, dose and route to your labs and goals rather than offering a one-size-fits-all stack.
Scott Adler, PA-C, your provider from start to finish
Every peptide protocol at Summit Health is designed, prescribed, and monitored by Scott, the same provider patients describe in 54 five-star Google reviews as thorough, responsive, and genuinely invested in results.
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