Medical Weight Loss at Forum Health Madison
Clinician-led weight loss combining GLP-1 medication (when appropriate), advanced lab testing, and ongoing coaching—designed around your metabolism, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Part of the Forum Health network — a national leader in functional and integrative medicine with clinics nationwide.
Medical Weight Loss at Forum Health Madison
Clinician-led weight loss combining GLP-1 medication (when appropriate), advanced lab testing, and ongoing coaching—designed around your metabolism, not a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Part of the Forum Health network — a national leader in functional and integrative medicine with clinics nationwide.
What Makes This Different
Clinician-Led, Not a Prescription Mill
Every patient is evaluated by a licensed medical provider with lab work to support safe prescribing. You’ll never be handed a prescription without a thorough clinical picture first.
Root-Cause Metabolism Focus
We look beyond calories and willpower. Your provider investigates the metabolic drivers behind weight gain—insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, inflammation, cortisol, sleep, and hormonal shifts—so treatment targets the actual problem.
Built for Long-Term Results
This isn’t crash dieting with a prescription attached. We prioritize sustainable fat loss while protecting lean muscle, energy, and overall health. The goal is a body that works better—not just a lower number on the scale.
Is This Right for You?
Our medical weight loss program is a good fit if you:
- Want GLP-1 medication support guided by lab work and a provider who knows your history
- Have tried diets, fitness programs, or other weight loss approaches and still feel stuck
- Want to understand what’s happening metabolically—not just chase the number on the scale
- Are looking for a high-touch, clinician-led relationship (not an app or subscription box)
- Are over 35 and noticing that weight loss doesn’t respond the way it used to
Not sure where to start? Book a consultation and your provider will help determine the right path for you—whether that’s this program, hormone optimization, or another service at our clinic.
What’s Included
Our medically guided GLP-1 weight loss program gives you access to Forum Health’s expert clinicians, personalized guidance, and ongoing support, with no membership fees and simple pay-as-you-go care.
Medical Weight Loss — Initial Visit
- Comprehensive baseline lab panel
- 30-minute new patient visit with a licensed provider
- 30-minute health coach follow-up
- Personalized treatment plan and next steps
*GLP-1 medication cost is not included in the initial visit fee and is prescribed separately based on clinical evaluation.
How It Works
Weight loss after 40 isn’t just about willpower—it’s about working smarter with a plan built for your body.
Start with a clinician consult
We review your history, goals, and risk factors. You’ll leave with a clear plan and next steps.
Baseline labs for safe, informed care
We use a focused panel to support safe prescribing and metabolic conversations:
- CBC & CMP
- HbA1c
- TSH
- hs-CRP (inflammation marker)
Ongoing monthly follow-ups
If medication is appropriate, you’ll have structured monthly check-ins to track progress, adjust dosing, and protect lean mass while losing fat.
If needed, we go deeper
Weight loss resistance often connects to inflammation, thyroid patterns, hormones, gut health, or stress physiology. If your case calls for deeper work, you can transition into our broader functional/integrative care options.
What We Measure Beyond the Scale
Because scale changes don’t tell the full story, we monitor:
- Body composition / lean mass support (where available)
- Symptoms: energy, sleep, cravings, mood
- Metabolic markers (like HbA1c)
- Inflammation (hs-CRP trends over time)
Medication + Nutrition: How GLP-1s Fit In
GLP-1 medications (like semaglutide and tirzepatide) can be powerful tools for weight loss—but medication alone is not enough. These drugs work best when paired with a structured nutrition and lifestyle strategy. At Forum Health Madison, your provider ensures:
Habit coaching
so results continue even if medication changes
Protein-focused nutrition
to protect lean muscle mass during weight loss
Balanced carbohydrate strategy
tailored to your metabolic markers and activity level
Hydration protocols
to minimize common GLP-1 side effects
Sustainable structure
that fits your actual life—not a rigid meal plan you’ll abandon in two weeks
Why Forum Health Madison?
Forum Health Madison is part of the Forum Health network, a national group of integrative and functional medicine clinics. That means you get:
- Local providers who know your community — your care team is here, not in a call center
- Access to advanced diagnostics — the same lab panels and metabolic testing used across our national network
- A clinic that treats the whole picture — if weight loss connects to hormones, thyroid, gut health, or other concerns, we can address it all under one roof
- No insurance gatekeeping — straightforward pay-as-you-go care so your provider can focus on what’s best for you, not what’s covered
Medicine that's Not Just Alternative, It's Ahead
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Medication is one option. Your provider will review risks, benefits, and alternatives.
“Normal” doesn’t always mean optimal for your body or your goals. We interpret labs in context and look at trends, symptoms, and metabolic patterns.
It can signal systemic inflammation that impacts metabolism, thyroid signaling, hormones, and weight loss responsiveness—helping us identify when “more willpower” isn’t the answer.
Results vary. We focus on sustainable fat loss while protecting muscle and health.
Yes—your provider will review your history and your TSH and overall clinical picture to guide decisions.
We are cash-based for this track. Some labs may be eligible for reimbursement depending on your plan.
Many of our patients have used GLP-1 medication through telehealth or other providers but didn’t get the results they expected—often because the medication wasn’t paired with lab work, nutrition support, or medical oversight. We build a complete clinical picture so the medication can work the way it’s supposed to.
Forum Health Madison offers in-person and virtual appointments for weight loss care. Your initial consultation will determine the best format for your ongoing visits.
Ready to Approach Weight Loss Differently?
Get started with a clear, personalized plan built around your body—guided by a clinician who takes the time to understand what’s actually going on. No subscriptions. No gimmicks. Just smarter medicine.
Results vary by individual. This page is for educational purposes and does not replace medical advice. All medication decisions are made after clinical evaluation. We do not guarantee specific outcomes.
