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Expert Weight Loss Through Lifestyle, Medication, or Minimally Invasive Bariatric Surgery
If diet and exercise alone haven’t delivered the results you want, you’re not alone, and you’re not out of options. At Oneka Bariatrics & Wellness in Atlanta, our medical weight loss program combines FDA-approved prescription medications, expert clinical guidance, and ongoing accountability to help you lose weight safely and keep it off.
Led by board-certified bariatric surgeon Dr. Shani Belgrave, our program treats the root causes of weight gain, including metabolic dysfunction, hormonal imbalances, and lifestyle factors, rather than just the number on the scale.
Medical weight loss is a non-surgical, physician-supervised approach to losing weight using evidence-based tools such as prescription medications, nutrition guidance, and clinical monitoring. Unlike fad diets or commercial programs, medical weight loss is built around your individual health profile, lab work, and long-term goals.
It’s often the right choice for patients who:
Every plan at Oneka is built around you. Your program may include:
Every plan at Oneka is built around you. Your program may include:We prescribe FDA-approved medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic), tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro), and other appetite-regulating therapies when clinically appropriate. Dr. Belgrave will review your health history and goals to determine which option is the best fit.
A thorough intake that may include lab work, body composition analysis, and a review of metabolic and hormonal factors that affect your weight.
Weight loss isn’t linear. We track your progress, adjust dosing, manage side effects, and refine your plan over time.
Sustainable results require more than medication. Our team helps you build the eating, movement, and behavior patterns that support lasting change.
If your needs change, we can discuss endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), sleeve gastrectomy (VSG), gastric bypass, or revision procedures, all under one roof.
GLP-1 receptor agonists, like semaglutide and tirzepatide, mimic a natural hormone that helps regulate appetite, slow digestion, and improve blood sugar control. Patients often experience reduced hunger, fewer cravings, and steadier energy throughout the day.
Clinical trials have shown average weight loss of 15% to 22% of body weight when these medications are paired with lifestyle changes. But these are powerful drugs that require physician oversight to manage dosing, monitor side effects, and ensure long-term safety, which is exactly what our program provides.
We accept insurance for our medical weight loss program, and our team will help verify your benefits before your first visit. For patients whose insurance doesn’t cover GLP-1s or other weight loss medications, we offer competitive self-pay pricing so cost isn’t a barrier to care.
Results vary by individual, but patients on GLP-1 medications combined with lifestyle changes typically lose 15% to 22% of their body weight over 12 to 18 months. Your results depend on the medication prescribed, your starting health, and adherence to the plan.
Coverage varies widely by plan. Our team will verify your benefits and help you understand what’s covered before you start. If your insurance doesn’t cover medication, we offer self-pay options.
Both are safe when supervised by experienced clinicians, but they serve different patients. Medical weight loss is non-invasive and reversible, making it a good first step for many patients. Bariatric surgery typically produces greater, faster, and more durable weight loss for those who qualify. Dr. Belgrave can help you decide which is right for you.
Yes. Many patients use medical weight loss to reduce weight before bariatric surgery, which can lower surgical risk and improve outcomes.
Most patients stay in the program long-term. Weight loss typically continues for 12 to 18 months on GLP-1 medications, followed by a maintenance phase. Sustained success requires ongoing care, not a quick fix.
Generally, candidates have a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27+ with a weight-related health condition. Your initial consultation will determine eligibility.
Our office is at 6105 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Building C, Suite 130, Atlanta, GA 30328, serving patients throughout the metro Atlanta area.
Your journey is unique, and your plan should be too. Whether medical weight loss is the right standalone solution or a step toward something more, the Oneka team is here to guide you with expertise, compassion, and accountability.
6105 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Building C, Suite 130, Atlanta, GA 30328
