Weight loss that treats the cause,
not just the calories.
Provider-supervised medical weight loss built on your actual numbers. A full body composition scan, lab work if your history calls for it, prescription therapy when it's appropriate, and a nutrition plan you can live with.
Sound familiar?
You lose it, then you find it again
You've done this before. Something works for a few months, and then the weight finds its way back, usually with a little extra.
Hunger runs the day
You're hungry an hour after you eat, and you're thinking about food when you're trying to think about anything else.
The scale will not move
You changed what you eat and how you train, and the number sits there anyway.
Something feels off metabolically
Thyroid, hormones, insulin, or a medication you take for something else can all work against you quietly.
You lost weight and strength together
You dropped weight, but you also lost strength, and nobody ever checked how much of it was muscle.
You'd rather have a provider than a website
A two-minute questionnaire and a box in the mail leaves out the part where someone reads your chart and follows your labs.
Discipline is only part of it. Metabolism, appetite regulation, hormones, sleep, and the medications you already take all pull on the outcome, which is why we measure before we treat.
What is medical weight loss?
Medical weight loss is a provider-supervised approach to weight management that combines prescription therapy, nutrition planning, and ongoing clinical monitoring. Treatment is aimed at the underlying drivers of weight gain, including metabolism, appetite regulation, and hormonal balance.
It's built to last. The goal at Summit Health is a healthy weight with a better body fat percentage and the muscle you started with still on you, held in place by changes that fit the life you already have.
Why we scan
A bathroom scale can't tell you whether the pounds you lost were fat or muscle. Losing lean muscle slows your metabolism down and makes regain more likely, so we track every plan with an InBody 270 body composition scan.
Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, explained
GLP-1 medications work with your body's own appetite signaling. GLP-1 is a hormone your gut releases after you eat. It tells your brain you're satisfied, slows how quickly your stomach empties, and helps regulate blood sugar. These medications extend that signal so it lasts far longer than it naturally would.
In practice, the food noise quiets down. Portions feel like enough sooner, cravings lose their grip, and the running argument with your appetite gets a lot quieter.
| Semaglutide | Tirzepatide | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | GLP-1 receptor agonist | Acts on both GLP-1 and GIP receptors |
| Main effects | Reduces appetite, slows gastric emptying, supports blood sugar regulation | Same GLP-1 effects, plus GIP activity that may further support appetite and metabolic control |
| Clinical trial results | Meaningful average weight reduction in published trials | Trials have generally shown greater average weight reduction than semaglutide |
| Dosing | Once-weekly injection, dose increased gradually | Once-weekly injection, dose increased gradually |
| Program cost | Medication support starting at $200 | Medication support starting at $250 |
Neither one is right for everyone. The better choice depends on your medical history, how you tolerate treatment, and what you're after, and we make that call at your evaluation. Other medications are used when a patient's circumstances call for them.
Where our medication comes from
All medications used at Summit Health come from U.S. based compounding pharmacies overseen by their state pharmacy boards. Nothing is imported, and we don't touch the grey market that's grown up around GLP-1 demand.
Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. Published studies indicate potential weight loss of 16% or more of starting weight over one year of treatment, though outcomes depend on the individual, the protocol, and consistency with lifestyle changes.
Our services in detail
A plan here is built from four working parts. Most patients use all of them, and your provider will tell you which ones matter most for you.
InBody 270 body composition analysis
Our in-office InBody 270 shows what you're actually made of in about sixty seconds, and it's how we tell whether your plan is working.
- ✓ Skeletal muscle mass and body fat mass, measured separately
- ✓ Body fat percentage and visceral fat level
- ✓ Total body water and segmental analysis of each arm, leg, and your trunk
- ✓ Basal metabolic rate, so nutrition targets are set from your numbers
- ✓ Long-term tracking tied to your account, month over month
Scans are included free with the monthly program. Standalone scans are $50 and are also available to athletes, competitors, and the general public. Learn more about body composition analysis.
Lipotropic injections
Lipotropic injections deliver a high dose of several essential nutrients: vitamin B12 along with MIC, a combination of methionine, inositol, and choline.
These compounds play a role in how the body processes and transports fat, and B12 supports normal energy metabolism. Most patients add them alongside a primary weight loss protocol.
Learn more about lipotropic injections.
Nutrition and lifestyle coaching
Medication makes the behavior change possible, but it doesn't do the behavior change for you. The patients who keep the weight off are the ones who built new habits while the medication was helping.
- ✓ Nutrition guidance built around protein, fiber, and balanced intake
- ✓ A custom exercise protocol that meets you where you are
- ✓ Behavior modification strategies for the patterns that trip you up
- ✓ Protein targets set to protect lean muscle while you lose fat
- ✓ Community discounts on gyms and nutritional support
Prescription therapy and clinical monitoring
Based on your history and first exam, your provider determines whether lab work is needed, which can screen for anemia, electrolyte imbalances, diabetes, cholesterol, vitamin levels, and hormone levels. If medication is appropriate, we prescribe it, titrate it, and monitor it, and you get unlimited email and phone access to your care team in between visits. Injectable GLP-1 therapy is one option among several: oral medications such as Phentermine and others may be used when clinically indicated, either on their own or as adjunct therapy alongside another protocol. Comprehensive laboratory evaluation is available at additional cost when clinically indicated.
Who is a candidate?
You may be a good fit for medical weight loss if you:
Have struggled long term
You've been at this for years, and it has never been a one-time project.
Diet and exercise alone have not worked
You've put in real effort and haven't gotten results that lasted.
Face metabolic or hormonal challenges
Thyroid conditions, insulin resistance, or age-related hormone shifts are part of your picture.
Want provider-guided support
You want a clinician watching your progress and your safety.
A full evaluation determines whether you're eligible and what the safest approach looks like. If medical weight loss isn't the right tool for you, we'll tell you that.
How it works
Initial evaluation
Up to a full hour with your provider covering your health history, an InBody 270 body composition scan, and a real conversation about your goals. Lab work is ordered if your history calls for it.
Your plan is built
Diet plan guidance, exercise plan guidance, and prescription therapy when it's clinically appropriate, with your first month of medication support included in the initial evaluation.
Monthly check-ins
A telehealth or in-office visit each month, a fresh body composition scan, dose adjustments as your body responds, and unlimited email and phone support in between.
Transition to maintenance
As you approach your goal, the focus shifts to holding it: protein and activity targets, habits that survive without medication, and continued scans to confirm you're keeping muscle.
Safety and medical monitoring
Every plan is provider-evaluated
Licensed healthcare providers evaluate and monitor every treatment plan here.
Side effects are discussed up front
The most commonly reported side effects of GLP-1 therapy are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and injection site reactions. We'll go through them with you before you start.
Dosing is titrated deliberately
Doses go up gradually so we can limit side effects and land on the lowest dose that actually works for you.
Muscle is protected
Monthly scans track lean mass directly, so if muscle starts dropping we can change the plan before it turns into a problem.
Rapid appetite suppression needs someone watching it. That is what the monthly visits, the labs, and the scans are there for, and it is why we would rather adjust your dose early than hear about a problem six months from now.
Transparent pricing
No confusing memberships and no surprise add-ons. Here's how it works:
$200
Initial evaluation
- Up to a one-hour office visit
- InBody 270 body composition scan
- Diet plan guidance
- Exercise plan guidance
- Medication support from $200 (semaglutide) or $250 (tirzepatide)
Starting at $95/month
Weight loss maintenance plan
- Monthly telehealth or office visit
- Unlimited email and phone support
- Ongoing body composition scans
- Nutritional support
- Community discounts on gyms and nutrition
$50/scan
InBody 270 scan
- Free as part of any treatment plan
- Open to athletes, competitors, and the public
- Best used monthly and in the early morning
Medication costs and any additional laboratory work are billed separately. You'll confirm your exact plan with your provider before you start anything.
What results can you expect?
Results vary from person to person based on consistency, lifestyle, metabolism, and how closely you stick to the plan. Medical weight loss is built for gradual, sustainable progress.
Many patients notice changes in appetite within the first few weeks. More meaningful progress typically builds over several months of consistent treatment paired with the nutrition and activity side of the plan. Regular follow-up visits and monthly body composition scans track fat loss and lean muscle retention so we can adjust treatment as you go.
Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. Weight loss outcomes depend on your health status, protocol, and consistency, and medical weight loss is prescribed only when clinically appropriate after provider evaluation.
Common questions about medical weight loss
What is medical weight loss?
Medical weight loss is a provider-supervised approach to weight management that may include prescription medications, nutrition guidance, and lifestyle support tailored to the individual. It has been shown to be very effective, with studies indicating potential weight loss of 16% or more of a patient's starting weight over one year of treatment.
How much does medical weight loss cost in Springfield, MO?
At Summit Health Clinic the initial evaluation starts at $200 and includes up to a one-hour visit, an InBody 270 body composition scan, diet and exercise plan guidance, and medication support. Ongoing care is $95 per month and includes a monthly telehealth or office visit, unlimited email and phone support, and ongoing body composition scans. Medication costs and any additional laboratory work are billed separately.
Is Tirzepatide or Semaglutide used in medical weight loss programs?
Yes. Tirzepatide or Semaglutide may be used as part of a comprehensive medical weight loss program when determined appropriate by a healthcare provider. They aren't suitable for everyone and require medical evaluation. All medications utilized at Summit Health come from U.S. based compounding pharmacies overseen by their state pharmacy boards. Other medications are used when a patient's circumstances call for them.
What is the difference between Semaglutide and Tirzepatide?
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, while Tirzepatide acts on both the GLP-1 and GIP receptors. Both reduce appetite and slow gastric emptying, and clinical trials have generally shown greater average weight reduction with Tirzepatide. The right choice depends on your medical history, tolerance, and goals, which is determined during your evaluation.
Do you offer oral weight loss medications like Phentermine?
Yes. Injectable GLP-1 therapy isn't the right fit for everyone, and it isn't the only option we prescribe. Oral medications including Phentermine and others may be used when clinically indicated, either as a standalone treatment or as adjunct therapy alongside another protocol. Which medication makes sense depends on your medical history, other conditions and prescriptions, how you tolerate treatment, cost considerations, and your goals. Your provider will walk through the options with you at your evaluation and prescribe only what's appropriate for your situation.
How long does it take to see results?
Results vary by individual. Some patients notice changes in appetite and weight within the first few weeks, while more significant progress typically occurs over several months with consistent treatment and lifestyle support. The goal at Summit Health Clinic is to reach a healthy weight while improving body fat percentage and preserving lean muscle mass, which is tracked with monthly body composition scans.
Do I still need diet and exercise?
Yes. Medical weight loss works best alongside healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits, and medication alone isn't a substitute for long-term behavior change. Summit Health Clinic builds an achievable nutrition plan and a custom exercise protocol that meets you where you are.
Do I have to come into the office, or is telehealth available?
Both options are available. Monthly follow-up visits can be completed by telemedicine or in person at the Springfield clinic, and telemedicine options are available if distance is a factor. We're happy to help residents anywhere in Missouri, no matter the distance. Body composition scans are the one part of the program that requires an in-office visit.
Are these services available in Springfield, Missouri?
Yes. Summit Health Clinic is located at 2833 E Battlefield Rd in Springfield, Missouri and provides medical weight loss for patients in Springfield, Nixa, Ozark, Republic, Willard, Branson, and the surrounding Ozarks region. Telemedicine options are available if distance is a factor, and we're happy to help residents anywhere in Missouri.
Areas we serve around Springfield
Summit Health Clinic is located at 2833 E Battlefield Rd in Springfield, Missouri, and treats patients from across the Ozarks. Telemedicine options are available if distance is a factor. We're happy to help residents anywhere in Missouri, no matter the distance. Body composition scans are the one part of the program that requires an in-office visit.
Many patients combine weight loss with testosterone replacement therapy or peptide therapy under one provider, which keeps everything coordinated and monitored together.
Scott Adler, PA-C, your provider from start to finish
Every weight loss plan at Summit Health is built, prescribed, and monitored by Scott, the same provider patients describe in 54 five-star Google reviews as thorough, responsive, and actually invested in how you do.
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