Medical Weight Loss — Myriad Healthcare · Sarasota, FL
Medical Weight Loss · Sarasota, FL

Weight Loss That
Finally Makes Sense
for Your Body.

If you've tried everything — diets, programs, willpower — and still can't get sustainable results, it may not be about effort. It may be about biology. Myriad Healthcare offers medically supervised weight loss that starts with understanding your body, not judging it.

Schedule a Discovery Call How the Program Works
Medical
Supervised by a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner — not a weight loss app
Personalized
Treatment plans built around your health history, labs, and goals — not a one-size-fits-all protocol
Whole Body
We address hormones, metabolism, nutrition, and behavior — not just the number on the scale
✓ Requires Myriad DPC Membership
The weight loss program is available to Myriad DPC members. Medication costs are separate from membership. Learn about membership →

Membership required: Our medical weight loss program is available to active Myriad Healthcare DPC members. Your flat monthly membership covers all provider visits, monitoring, and clinical support. Medications are prescribed separately and billed at cost. Not yet a member? Learn about DPC membership → or schedule a discovery call to get started.

What Is Medical Weight Loss?

It's Not a Diet.
It's a Clinical Approach.

Medical weight loss is supervised weight management that goes beyond calorie counting and willpower. It starts with a thorough evaluation of your health — labs, hormones, metabolic function, medical history, and lifestyle — to understand why your body holds onto weight and what will actually help it release it.

At Myriad Healthcare, your weight loss journey is led by Melissa Allen, APRN, FNP-BC — a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who knows your full health picture as your primary care provider. That matters, because weight is rarely just about food. It's about hormones, sleep, stress, inflammation, gut health, and genetics.

We don't offer cookie-cutter programs. We offer a real clinical relationship — the kind that adapts as your body changes, addresses barriers honestly, and celebrates progress that isn't always reflected on a scale.

Why DPC Makes Weight Loss Different

In a traditional practice, weight loss visits are rushed and infrequent. As your DPC provider, Melissa is accessible between visits — meaning you can ask questions, report changes, and get guidance when it matters most, not just at your next scheduled appointment.

Starts with real lab work

We begin with comprehensive labs to assess thyroid function, blood sugar, hormones, inflammation markers, and metabolic health — the full picture, not just your weight.

Addresses root causes

Hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, menopause, low testosterone, thyroid dysfunction — we identify and treat the underlying factors driving weight gain.

Evidence-based treatment options

Oral medications, injectable therapies, and lifestyle interventions — used together or separately based on what's right for your body, health history, and goals.

Nutrition and lifestyle guidance

Real, practical nutritional counseling alongside your medical treatment — not a rigid meal plan, but sustainable habits that work with your life.

Ongoing monitoring and adjustment

Your plan evolves as you do. Regular check-ins, lab monitoring, and medication adjustments ensure you're progressing safely and effectively.

Who This Is For

You Don't Have to Have
"Tried Everything" to Start.

Our program meets people wherever they are — whether you're just beginning your journey or have been struggling for years.

"I've tried everything and nothing sticks."

If diets, programs, and sheer willpower haven't worked, there may be a medical reason. We start by finding out why — and building a plan that actually addresses it.

Struggling with menopause-related weight gain

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause fundamentally change how your body processes and stores fat. We address this directly with hormone management and targeted treatment.

Dealing with low energy, slow metabolism, or low T

Testosterone deficiency, thyroid issues, and metabolic slowdown all contribute to weight gain and difficulty losing weight — regardless of your effort level.

Ready to take a structured, medical approach

You're motivated and want a real plan — not another app or generic program. You want a provider who knows your health, monitors your progress, and adjusts when needed.

Managing weight-related health conditions

Pre-diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, sleep apnea — losing even a modest amount of weight can dramatically improve these conditions. We treat the whole picture.

Interested in injectable weight loss therapy

Injectable therapies have shown remarkable clinical results for appropriate candidates. We evaluate whether these options are right for you based on your health history, labs, and goals.

How the Program Works

A Program Built Around You — Not Around a Protocol.

Every weight loss journey at Myriad starts with understanding your unique biology and ends with sustainable results. Here's what to expect.

Comprehensive Evaluation

Full health history review, labs, metabolic assessment, and an honest conversation about your history with weight — what's worked, what hasn't, and why.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Based on your evaluation, we build a plan that may include medication, nutrition guidance, lifestyle modifications, and hormone balancing as appropriate.

Ongoing Support & Monitoring

Regular follow-up visits, lab monitoring, medication adjustments, and direct access to Melissa between appointments — so you're never navigating this alone.

Long-Term Maintenance

We don't just help you lose weight — we help you keep it off. Your plan transitions to long-term maintenance with ongoing primary care support.

Oral Therapy

Oral Weight Loss Medications

FDA-approved oral medications that work through various mechanisms — appetite regulation, metabolic support, or blood sugar management. Prescribed based on your health profile and goals. Well tolerated by many patients and an effective first-line option.

Injectable Therapy

Injectable Weight Loss Therapy

Injectable medications have demonstrated clinically significant weight loss results in appropriate candidates. These work by supporting satiety, regulating appetite signals, and improving metabolic function. Candidacy is evaluated individually based on your labs, medical history, and health goals.

Nutrition & Lifestyle

Nutrition Counseling & Lifestyle Support

Medical treatment works best alongside sustainable behavioral change. We provide practical nutritional guidance, meal planning support, and lifestyle coaching — no extreme diets, no unrealistic expectations. Just real, evidence-based guidance that fits your life.

Hormones & Weight

Your Hormones May Be
Working Against You.

One of the most underappreciated drivers of weight gain — and difficulty losing weight — is hormonal imbalance. This is especially true for women in perimenopause and menopause, and for men with declining testosterone levels. The body's hormonal changes don't just affect mood and energy — they fundamentally alter how fat is stored and burned.

The good news: when we identify and treat hormonal imbalances, weight loss becomes significantly more achievable — and sustainable. Addressing hormones isn't a shortcut. It's restoring your body to the conditions where it can function the way it's designed to.

At Myriad, hormone evaluation is part of our standard weight loss workup — not an afterthought. We look at the full picture before building your plan.

Menopause & Perimenopause

Declining estrogen shifts fat storage to the abdomen, slows metabolism, disrupts sleep, and increases insulin resistance — all of which make weight gain easier and weight loss harder. Hormone replacement therapy alongside a medical weight loss plan can address these changes directly.

Testosterone Deficiency

Low testosterone in both men and women leads to reduced muscle mass, increased fat storage, fatigue, and a slower metabolism. Addressing testosterone levels as part of your weight loss plan can dramatically improve results and overall energy and wellbeing.

Thyroid Function

An underactive thyroid slows virtually every metabolic process in the body — making it nearly impossible to lose weight without treatment. We screen for thyroid dysfunction as part of your initial evaluation and manage it alongside your weight loss goals.

Insulin Resistance & Blood Sugar

Insulin resistance — common in pre-diabetes and metabolic syndrome — makes the body store fat more efficiently and burn it less effectively. Medical weight loss interventions can directly improve insulin sensitivity and break this cycle.

What's Included

Clinical Support Every Step of the Way

Your DPC membership covers all of the clinical support for your weight loss program. Medication costs are separate and billed at cost.

Initial Evaluation & Labs

Comprehensive health history, physical exam, and lab panel to assess metabolic health, hormones, and overall baseline — all covered under your DPC membership.

Personalized Treatment Plan

A customized plan built around your biology, health history, lifestyle, and goals — not a template. Includes medication selection, nutritional guidance, and monitoring schedule.

Follow-Up Visits

Regular check-in appointments to monitor progress, adjust medications, review labs, and address any concerns — all included in your membership.

Ongoing Lab Monitoring

Labs to monitor your progress and safety throughout treatment — including metabolic panels, hormone levels, and any medication-specific monitoring required.

Nutrition & Lifestyle Guidance

Practical, sustainable nutritional counseling and behavioral support — integrated into your care rather than referred out. Real guidance from your provider who knows your full picture.

Direct Provider Access

Questions between visits? Side effects? A win to share? Message or call Melissa directly. You're not navigating this alone — you have a real provider in your corner.

Pricing

Transparent Pricing.
No Surprises.

Your DPC membership covers all clinical visits, monitoring, and provider support for your weight loss program. Medications are prescribed separately and billed at cost — we do not mark up medications.

DPC Membership (Required)
$115
per month · individual
  • All provider visits — unlimited
  • Initial evaluation & lab review
  • Personalized treatment plan
  • All follow-up weight loss visits
  • Ongoing lab monitoring
  • Nutrition & lifestyle guidance
  • Medication management & adjustments
  • Direct provider access between visits
  • All other primary care services included
Medications (Separate)
At Cost
no markups — ever
  • Oral weight loss medications — pricing varies by type and dosage
  • Injectable weight loss therapy — pricing varies by type and dosage
  • Hormone therapy medications — if prescribed as part of your plan
  • We do not mark up medications
  • We will always discuss cost before prescribing
  • Some medications may be available through pharmacy networks at reduced cost

No hidden fees. Your membership covers everything on the clinical side. Medication costs vary depending on what is prescribed, dosage, and your pharmacy. We are transparent about costs upfront and will discuss all options with you before any prescription is written. Cancel your membership anytime — no cancellation fee, ever. · Full DPC membership details →

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Medical Weight Loss

Honest answers to the questions we hear most often.

Do I have to be a DPC member to access the weight loss program?

Yes. Our medical weight loss program is offered as part of Myriad Healthcare's Direct Primary Care model, which requires an active DPC membership. This is because safe, effective medical weight loss requires an ongoing clinical relationship — regular monitoring, lab work, medication adjustments, and direct provider access. The DPC model is what makes all of that possible at a flat monthly rate.

If you're not yet a member, the first step is a discovery call to learn if Myriad is the right fit.

Medication costs vary depending on what is prescribed, the dosage, and your pharmacy. We do not mark up medications — you pay the actual cost of the medication. We will always discuss pricing with you before any prescription is written so there are no surprises.

Some medications may be available at reduced cost through pharmacy networks we work with. We are committed to helping you find the most affordable option that meets your clinical needs.

Candidacy for injectable weight loss therapy is determined on an individual basis based on your health history, labs, BMI, existing conditions, and medications. Not everyone is a candidate, and we take this evaluation seriously. We will never prescribe something that isn't clinically appropriate for you.

The best way to find out is to schedule a discovery call and then a new patient consultation where we can review your complete picture.

Yes — absolutely. Hormone evaluation is a standard part of our weight loss workup. Thyroid function, estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and insulin levels all play a significant role in weight management. If hormonal imbalances are contributing to your weight challenges, we address them as part of your overall treatment plan — not as a separate program.

Medical weight loss is a long-term endeavor, not a 30-day sprint. Most patients see meaningful results within 3–6 months of consistent treatment. The timeline depends on your starting point, your goals, how your body responds, and how closely you're able to follow the plan. We set realistic expectations from the start and celebrate every step of progress.

We hear this often — and it's a completely valid concern. Different medications work through very different mechanisms, and what didn't work before may not be what we'd recommend now. We always start with a thorough evaluation before prescribing anything, and we take your history with previous treatments seriously when building your plan. There is no one-size-fits-all answer in weight loss medicine.

Coverage for weight loss medications varies widely by insurance plan and is often limited or excluded. Because Myriad Healthcare is a DPC practice, we do not bill insurance for your clinical visits — those are covered by your membership. For medications, we can provide a prescription that you may be able to submit to your insurance, or we can help you find the most affordable cash-pay option. We'll always discuss this with you upfront.

Ready to Start?

Your Body Deserves
A Real Plan.

The first step is a discovery call — a no-pressure conversation about your history, your goals, and whether Myriad is the right fit. If it is, we'll get you started with a new patient consultation that includes a full evaluation and your personalized plan.

You've tried doing it alone. Let's try doing it with a provider who's actually in your corner.

Schedule a Discovery Call Learn About DPC Membership First →

Call Our Office

Prefer to talk first? Call us during office hours and we'll answer your questions about the program, membership, and next steps.

941-202-4102

New Patient Consultation — $200

Your weight loss journey starts with a thorough new patient visit with Melissa. This $200 fee is credited in full toward your first month's DPC membership if you enroll.

Office Hours

Mon–Thu: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: Phone & admin · Telehealth available for urgent needs
Sat–Sun: Closed

Privacy Policy

Your Information. Your Rights. Our Responsibilities.

This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Get a copy of your health and claims records

  • Correct your health and claims records

  • Request confidential communication

  • Ask us to limit the information we share

  • Get a list of those with whom we’ve shared your information

  • Get a copy of this privacy notice

  • Choose someone to act for you

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

Your Choices

You have some choices in the way that we use and share information as we:

  • Tell family and friends about your condition

  • Provide disaster relief

  • Include you in a hospital directory

  • Provide mental health care

  • Market our services and sell your information

  • Raise funds

Our Uses and Disclosures

We may use and share your information as we:

  • Treat you

  • Run our organization

  • Bill for your services

  • Help with public health and safety issues

  • Do research

  • Comply with the law

  • Respond to organ and tissue donation requests

  • Work with a medical examiner or funeral director

  • Address workers’ compensation, law enforcement, and other government requests

  • Respond to lawsuits and legal actions

Your Rights

When it comes to your health information, you have certain rights. This section explains your rights and some of our responsibilities to help you.

Get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record

  • You can ask to see or get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other health information we have about you. Ask us how to do this.

  • We will provide a copy or a summary of your health information, usually within 30 days of your request. We may charge a reasonable, cost-based fee.

Ask us to correct your medical record

  • You can ask us to correct health information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete. Ask us how to do this.

  • We may say “no” to your request, but we’ll tell you why in writing within 60 days.

Request confidential communications

  • You can ask us to contact you in a specific way (for example, home or office phone) or to send mail to a different address.

  • We will say “yes” to all reasonable requests.

Ask us to limit what we use or share

  • You can ask us not to use or share certain health information for treatment, payment, or our operations. We are not required to agree to your request, and we may say “no” if it would affect your care.

  • If you pay for a service or health care item out-of-pocket in full, you can ask us not to share that information for the purpose of payment or our operations with your health insurer. We will say “yes” unless a law requires us to share that information.

Get a list of those with whom we’ve shared information

  • You can ask for a list (accounting) of the times we’ve shared your health information for six years prior to the date you ask, who we shared it with, and why.

  • We will include all the disclosures except for those about treatment, payment, and health care operations, and certain other disclosures (such as any you asked us to make). We’ll provide one accounting a year for free but will charge a reasonable, cost-based fee if you ask for another one within 12 months.

Get a copy of this privacy notice

  • You can ask for a paper copy of this notice at any time, even if you have agreed to receive the notice electronically. We will provide you with a paper copy promptly.

Choose someone to act for you

  • If you have given someone medical power of attorney or if someone is your legal guardian, that person can exercise your rights and make choices about your health information.

  • We will make sure the person has this authority and can act for you before we take any action.

File a complaint if you feel your rights are violated

  • You can complain if you feel we have violated your rights by contacting us using the information on page 1.

  • You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights by sending a letter to 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201, calling 1-877-696-6775, or visiting www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints/.

  • We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Your Choices

For certain health information, you can tell us your choices about what we share. If you have a clear preference for how we share your information in the situations described below, talk to us. Tell us what you want us to do, and we will follow your instructions.

In these cases, you have both the right and choice to tell us to:

  • Share information with your family, close friends, or others involved in your care

  • Share information in a disaster relief situation

  • Include your information in a hospital directory

If you are not able to tell us your preference, for example if you are unconscious, we may go ahead and share your information if we believe it is in your best interest. We may also share your information when needed to lessen a serious and imminent threat to health or safety.

In these cases we never share your information unless you give us written permission:

  • Marketing purposes

  • Sale of your information

  • Most sharing of psychotherapy notes

Our Uses and Disclosures

How do we typically use or share your health information?

We typically use or share your health information in the following ways.

Treat you

We can use your health information and share it with other professionals who are treating you. Example: A doctor treating you for an injury asks another doctor about your overall health condition.

Run our organization.

We can use and share your health information to run our practice, improve your care, and contact you when necessary.Example: We use health information about you to manage your treatment and services.

Bill for your services.

We can use and share your health information to bill and get payment from health plans or other entities.Example: We give information about you to your health insurance plan so it will pay for your services.

How else can we use or share your health information? We are allowed or required to share your information in other ways – usually in ways that contribute to the public good, such as public health and research. We have to meet many conditions in the law before we can share your information for these purposes.

For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/index.html

Help with public health and safety issues. We can share health information about you for certain situations such as:

Preventing disease

Helping with product recalls

Reporting adverse reactions to medications

Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence

Preventing or reducing a serious threat to anyone’s health or safety

Do research

We can use or share your information for health research.

Comply with the law.We will share information about you if state or federal laws require it, including with the Department of Health and Human Services if it wants to see that we’re complying with federal privacy law.

Respond to organ and tissue donation requests.We can share health information about you with organ procurement organizations.

Work with a medical examiner or funeral director.We can share health information with a coroner, medical examiner, or funeral director when an individual dies.

Address workers’ compensation, law enforcement, and other government requestsWe can use or share health information about you:For workers’ compensation claims

For law enforcement purposes or with a law enforcement official.

With health oversight agencies for activities authorized by law.

For special government functions such as military, national security, and presidential protective services.

Respond to lawsuits and legal actions

We can share health information about you in response to a court or administrative order, or in response to a subpoena.

Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information.We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.We must follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice and give you a copy of it.

We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you tell us we can in writing. If you tell us we can, you may change your mind at any time. Let us know in writing if you change your mind.

For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/noticepp.html.

Changes to the Terms of this Notice

We can change the terms of this notice, and the changes will apply to all information we have about you. The new notice will be available upon request, in our office, and at myriadhc.com

Effective Date of this Notice: 01/01/2023

Contact Information Melissa Allen, APRN

6120 State Road 70 E Bradenton, FL 34203

941-202-2305

[email protected]

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This policy is effective as of 15 April 2022.