FAQs

We encourage you to call us if you think you may benefit from medical weight loss. There is no strict criteria to enroll in our program. Candidates for medical weight loss are not limited to, but can include:

• Patients with hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance or high cholesterol

• Patients with a BMI greater than 27

• Patients who have previously had bariatric surgery

• Patients who have been unable to lose weight naturally

As long as you need it to be. Everybody is different and the program will depend on your health history, lifestyle & more. We will go over this during your first appointment. Generally we recommend 6 weeks to kick-start your journey but you may stay on longer & take breaks as you wish.

No, each patient receives an individualized program based on health history, metabolic & blood tests, etc. We are very thorough to get to the root of your specific issues and tailor your program exactly for you.

We encourage you to call us for a free consultation to learn more about you and how our program can help. We’re able to help with health conditions like hypertension, type 2 diabetes, low testosterone, hypoglycemia & more.

Yes. We offer telemedicine for your convenience. Contact us to set up an appointment.

We don’t require any specific diet, but we do help to find a healthy balance & suggest macros personalized to your body. Our program focuses on whole foods, getting adequate protein & lots of colorful veggies.

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Dr. Stefan Snyder, M.D. opened the first Alpha Medical Weight Loss Clinic in 1985.