Medical Weight Loss

Are you tired of the weight loss yo-yo? Frustrated by diets that don't deliver lasting results? Dr. Farhad Hasan, a leading endocrinologist in Pittsburgh, offers a revolutionary medical weight loss program. At Chia Endocrinology & Wellness, Dr. Hasan combines advanced prescription medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound with realistic lifestyle changes to help you achieve sustainable weight loss results comparable to bariatric surgery—all without powders, shakes, or gimmicks.

Dr. Hasan offers in-person care in Greater Pittsburgh and telemedicine visits across Pennsylvania, making expert medical weight loss accessible wherever you are. If you’re searching for a "weight loss doctor near me," look no further—schedule a consultation today and start your journey toward lasting health.

Why Do Most Weight Loss Programs Fail?

Diet and exercise are essential to losing weight, but they’re rarely enough on their own.

This is because the human body is designed to resist weight loss through hormonal, neural, and gut mechanisms. While these systems were vital for survival during periods of famine, they now make modern weight loss incredibly challenging—especially as we age or the longer we've been overweight.

Dr. Hasan’s approach counteracts these natural barriers with a comprehensive medical approach that integrates tailored lifestyle changes, cutting-edge medications, and ongoing support to help you succeed where other programs have fallen short.

How Does Dr. Hasan’s 6-Month Medical Weight Loss Program Work?

Dr. Hasan’s medical weight loss program combines cutting-edge science with individualized care to deliver lasting results. Here’s what you can expect:

Program Features:

  1. Initial Evaluation: An in-depth 60-minute consultation with Dr. Hasan to understand your health, lifestyle, and goals. Visits can be in-person or via telemedicine.

    • Includes ordering bloodwork to assess your hormones and metabolism.

  2. Tailored Treatment Plan:

    • A customized diet and exercise program that fits your life.

    • Up to one year of prescription medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound to target the physiological barriers to weight loss.

    • Three sessions with a nutrition expert and health coach to keep you on track.

  3. Ongoing Support

    • Regular follow-ups with Dr. Hasan at 3 and 6 months, either in person or virtually.

    • Six months of unlimited support via phone, email, or the patient portal.

  4. State-of-the-Art Body Composition Analysis: InBody scans to track fat loss and muscle retention.

    • Remote glucose monitoring is offered too, but is optional.

How Much Weight Can You Lose?

New prescription medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound have revolutionized weight loss. For example, with mounjaro, studies show patients can lose up to 60% of their excess weight within a year—a result comparable to weight loss surgery (70%), without the invasiveness. While outcomes vary, combining these medications with diet and exercise significantly improves your chances of keeping the weight off. Dr. Hasan’s approach ensures you receive personalized, sustainable strategies to maintain your success long-term.

How Much Does It Cost?

The fee for Dr. Hasan’s medical weight loss program is $1000, or $630 if you’ve completed an initial consultation ($370) within the past 30 days. This fee includes everything except bloodwork and medications. While Dr. Hasan doesn’t accept insurance, he can give you an itemized receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Bloodwork is typically covered by insurance with minimal out-of-pocket costs for most patients. Dr. Hasan prescribes a variety of weight loss medications, and many of them are also covered by insurance. As with most prescriptions, a co-pay may apply. See below for options if your medications are not covered.

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How Can Dr. Hasan Help Me Save Money On Weight Loss Medications?

While the new weight loss medications have been incredibly successful, their price tag has put them out of reach for many patients.  Fortunately, Dr. Hasan can help you find ways to afford these medications regardless of your insurance coverage.

There are currently four GLP-1 injectable medications for weight loss:

  • Ozempic: FDA-approved for diabetes but widely prescribed off-label for weight loss.

  • Mounjaro: Another diabetes medication that’s shown remarkable results for weight loss.

  • Wegovy: Essentially the same as Ozempic but FDA-approved specifically for obesity.

  • Zepbound: The newest addition, identical to Mounjaro but approved for obesity treatment.

If you have diabetes, insurance is likely to cover Ozempic or Mounjaro. If you don’t have diabetes but qualify under obesity guidelines, Wegovy or Zepbound may be options. Dr. Hasan offers to check for diabetes during your consultation, as a diagnosis can sometimes open the door to coverage.

Dr. Hasan walks you through what to ask your insurer, such as whether Wegovy or Zepbound requires prior authorization (a good sign it’s covered). If these medications are covered, manufacturer coupons can sometimes bring your costs down to $0.

For patients without insurance coverage for weight loss medications, Dr. Hasan offers affordable alternatives. He works with FDA-regulated compounding pharmacies to provide cost-effective options for semaglutide and tirzepatide. Compounded semaglutide is the generic version of Ozempic® and Wegovy®, while compounded tirzepatide serves as the generic for Mounjaro® and Zepbound®. These solutions make cutting-edge weight loss treatments accessible at a fraction of the cost.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Hasan at Chia Endocrinology & Wellness today. Call 412-485-0311 or schedule online below. Let’s turn possibility into progress, together.

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At Chia Endocrinology & Wellness, Dr. Farhad Hasan serves patients across Western Pennsylvania, including the city of Pittsburgh and surrounding areas in Allegheny County such as Ross Township, McCandless, Pine, Marshall, Mars, Richland, Gibsonia, Wexford, Sewickley, Franklin Park, Hampton, Shaler, Findlay, Upper St. Clair, Robinson, North Fayette, Monroeville, and Moon Township. We also serve Butler County, covering Cranberry Township, Seven Fields, Zelienople, Butler, Harmony, and Evans city, as well as patients in nearby Washington County and Beaver County.