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Physician-supervised obesity medicine

Weight care that treats you, not just a number.

Physician-supervised, evidence-based obesity medicine. Personalized treatment plans combining medical evaluation, lifestyle medicine, lab monitoring, and FDA-approved medication options when appropriate — built around your life, not against it.

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Obesity is a chronic medical condition, not a failure of willpower. You deserve care that reflects that.

6+
Years in internal medicine
100%
Personalized treatment plans
Serving Umatilla, Weirsdale, Eustis, Tavares, Mount Dora, Leesburg, The Villages, and surrounding Central Florida communities.

Who this program is built for.

Honest framing matters. This is a long-term medical program — not a crash diet, not cosmetic-only weight loss, and not medication without follow-up.

This program may be right for you if you

Common reasons patients come in
  • Have struggled with weight despite repeated diet attempts
  • Have prediabetes, diabetes, high blood pressure, PCOS, fatty liver, sleep apnea, or high cholesterol
  • Want physician-supervised medication options
  • Are worried about side effects and want careful monitoring
  • Want a long-term plan, not a crash diet

Who this is not for

A note on what we do not offer

This clinic is not designed for crash dieting, unsafe rapid weight loss, cosmetic-only weight loss, or medication without follow-up. We do not prescribe treatment without an appropriate medical evaluation.

A medical approach to sustainable weight health.

The goal is not simply to make the scale move. The goal is to understand why weight has been difficult, reduce medical risk, preserve muscle, manage side effects, and build a realistic long-term plan.

Step 01

Medical evaluation

Review of history, medications, weight trajectory, comorbidities, contraindications, and labs when needed.

Step 02

Personalized treatment

Nutrition, movement, sleep, behavior, and medication options tailored to your goals and clinical situation.

Step 03

Monitoring and follow-up

Ongoing visits help adjust dosing, troubleshoot plateaus, monitor safety, and plan for maintenance.

Credentials

  • Internal Medicine physician
  • Obesity Medicine focused care
  • Lifestyle Medicine background
  • Central Florida practice
MD
Physician-led
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Internal Medicine

Weight management is medical care, and patients deserve to be treated with respect, accuracy, and follow-through.

Dr. Essam Saad provides obesity and lifestyle medicine care with a focus on realistic plans, medical safety, and long-term support. The program is designed for patients who want a physician-supervised approach rather than a one-size-fits-all diet or a medication-only model.

Visits are built around your medical history, goals, concerns, medication options, labs, side effects, and the practical realities of your life.

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BMI is a starting point, not the full story.

Use this calculator as a conversation starter. BMI does not measure body composition, muscle mass, waist circumference, metabolic health, medications, sleep, or genetics.

4'6"7'0"
90 lb450 lb
Estimated BMI
31.3
Class I obesity

At 5'7" and 200 lb, your BMI is in the Class I obesity range. This is often where a physician-supervised plan and medication discussion may be appropriate depending on your full medical history.

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This calculator is for general educational use only and does not diagnose or replace medical evaluation.

Medication can be part of the plan — when appropriate.

Obesity medications are not shortcuts. They are tools that may help appetite regulation and metabolic risk when combined with follow-up, nutrition, movement, and safety monitoring.

GLP-1 pathway

Semaglutide

Wegovy / Ozempic class

May be considered for eligible patients after reviewing medical history, contraindications, coverage, access, risks, and monitoring needs.

GIP / GLP-1 pathway

Tirzepatide

Zepbound / Mounjaro class

A medication option for selected patients that requires individualized dosing, side effect counseling, and ongoing follow-up.

Other options

Non-GLP-1 medications

Metformin, topiramate, bupropion, and others

Sometimes appropriate depending on medical history, goals, contraindications, and whether use is FDA-approved or off-label.

Straightforward monthly pricing.

$300–$400 / month

Monthly pricing varies based on medication dose, medication plan, and clinical needs. Exact pricing should be confirmed at the visit before treatment begins.

This estimate is intended to help patients understand the general cash-pay range. It may not include labs, outside pharmacy pricing, insurance-related costs, or other services unless specifically stated by the practice.

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Questions patients often ask.

Do I automatically get a GLP-1 medication?
No. Medication decisions require individualized review of your history, contraindications, goals, medication access, and follow-up plan.
Can I use cash-pay pharmacy options?
Yes, when clinically appropriate. Manufacturer cash-pay programs or pharmacy options may be discussed, but medication cost and availability should always be verified directly before starting.
Do you prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications?
Any discussion of compounded medications must be individualized and consistent with current law, FDA guidance, pharmacy requirements, and clinical judgment. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.
Is this a short-term program?
Obesity is often a chronic condition. Some patients need short-term support, while others benefit from long-term maintenance planning. The plan is adjusted based on your response and goals.

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Schedule your first visit.

Booking takes about two minutes. You will receive intake paperwork and pre-visit instructions by email. Obesity medicine visits are currently available by appointment.

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