Tirzepatide & GLP-1 Weight Loss in Blue Springs, MO
Physician-supervised GLP-1 therapy with a board-certified obesity medicine doctor. Real medical oversight — not a quick prescription mill.
Why GLP-1 Treatment Works
GLP-1 medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide) work by mimicking a hormone your gut naturally produces. They slow gastric emptying, reduce appetite, and improve insulin sensitivity. Clinical trials show 15–22% body weight reduction when combined with lifestyle change.
But the medication alone is half the equation. The other half is having a doctor who actually understands obesity medicine, adjusts your dose intelligently, monitors side effects, and supports the lifestyle changes that make the results stick after you taper off.
Why Dr. Tess Is Different
Most weight loss clinics hand you a prescription and send you on your way. Dr. Tess Garcia is one of a small number of physicians in the Kansas City metro who is board-certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (DABOM). She lost 70 pounds herself. She knows this journey personally.
Gigi, our Practice Manager and Wellness Coach, also lost 70 pounds. Between the two of them, your program is supported by people who have lived this — not just studied it.
What’s Included in the Program
- Comprehensive lab work and body composition analysis at intake
- Biweekly counseling sessions with Dr. Tess
- Biweekly coaching with Gigi
- Tirzepatide or semaglutide prescription (when medically appropriate)
- B12 fat-burning injections
- Personalized nutrition and exercise programming
- 24/7 text access to Dr. Tess for side-effect questions
Pricing
First month: $149 (limited-time offer — comprehensive intake).
Ongoing: Contact us for current program pricing — varies based on which medication, dosing schedule, and lab work needs.
Medication is priced separately at our pharmacy partner’s wholesale rate. Most patients pay significantly less than brand-name retail.
Is Tirzepatide Right for You?
Tirzepatide may be appropriate if:
- BMI ≥ 30, or BMI ≥ 27 with at least one weight-related condition
- You have type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance
- You’ve tried diet and exercise without lasting results
- You’re committed to a sustainable, long-term program
It may NOT be appropriate if you have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer, a history of pancreatitis, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much weight will I lose?
Clinical trials show average reductions of 15–22% of starting body weight on tirzepatide over 72 weeks. Individual results depend on dose, adherence, and lifestyle changes.
What are the side effects?
Nausea, fatigue, constipation, and decreased appetite are most common, especially during dose escalation. Dr. Tess manages these proactively with dose adjustments and supportive care.
Does insurance cover it?
Garcia Family Medicine is a cash-pay practice. Some patients get coverage through their insurance pharmacy benefit; others pay our wholesale-priced cash rate.