Weigh to Wellness

About Weigh to Wellness

What is Weigh to Wellness?

Weigh to Wellness is a medical weight loss clinic at 4704 Cahaba River Rd Suite A1 in Birmingham, AL 35243, on the corner of Acton Road and Cahaba River Road near the Colonnade. Weight loss is its main work. Its licensed physician is Dr. Real, certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and patients also work with nutritionists, dietitians and medical staff. It does not state whether Dr. Real holds an MD or a DO.

In its own words: "A weight loss program overseen by board-certified medical professionals with over 25 years of experience in weight management."

The program has four phases. Screening includes lab work, an EKG, an InBody composition analysis, and a history and physical with the doctor, followed by orientation with a dietitian. The later phases are reducing, adapting, and maintenance. The clinic offers Very Low Calorie Diet, Low Calorie Diet, Nutritional Guidance, B12 / Lipo Injections, and Appetite Suppressants, which it dispenses to patients who qualify. It has a 4.7 rating on Google from 27 reviews. Hours are listed Monday through Thursday, 08:00 to 17:30. The phone number is (205) 994-2393.

What does it cost?

It does not publish prices. It does not say whether there is a consultation fee, whether it accepts insurance, or whether the program fee covers medication. On membership it says: "There are no contracts or sign up fees, and patients may change programs as needed." Before you book, ask for the full cost of screening, the program you choose, and any lab work or follow-up visits, in writing.

What should you ask before you book?

Ask who signs each prescription and how often you will see Dr. Real. Ask which appetite suppressant they dispense, and whether it is a brand-name drug or a compounded one. Ask whether the meal replacements, protein supplements and B12 injections are included in the program price or billed on top. Ask whether telehealth visits are available, since the clinic does not say. Ask whether the S.T.A.R. maintenance plan, which it describes as FREE for your lifetime, has any visit or lab charges. Finally, ask how cancellation works and whether any prepaid months are refunded.

Who is it a good fit for?

This is a good fit if you want a physician-led program with dietitian support and you are ready to pay out of pocket once you have the prices in writing. Call (205) 994-2393 first if you need to know about insurance or telehealth before you decide.

Sources: weightowellnessllc.com, weightowellnessllc.com/weight-loss-programs

Services Offered

Hours

Mo 08:00-17:30 Tu 08:00-17:30 We 08:00-17:30 Th 08:00-17:30