Medical Guidance for Sustainable Weight Management
No Membership Required.A personalized Rochester weight loss program built around your biology, daily habits, and long-term vitality.
Physician, Rochester HealthSpan Medicine
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Meet Your Physician
Dr. Carl Covey MD, CAQSM, FAAFP, DipABLM
Physician, Rochester HealthSpan Medicine
Triple Board-Certified
Sports Medicine, Family Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine.
Clinical Experience
Over 24 years of dedicated clinical practice.
Expertise
Integrating evidence-based approaches to metabolic health with a comprehensive understanding of musculoskeletal health, movement, and long-term well-being.
Focused Care. Clear Next Steps.
Physician-Supervised Weight Loss Program in Rochester, NY
Weight is influenced by more than willpower or calorie counting. Genetics, hormonal health, daily habits, medications, sleep, and stress can all play a role. Our program starts with understanding your health and the factors that matter to you.
For adults living with overweight or obesity, losing 5% to 10% of starting body weight can improve important health measures, including blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol. Your physician helps you set an appropriate goal based on your individual needs.
Our standalone program combines a thoughtful medical assessment with a realistic, personalized plan for nutrition, movement, and ongoing review.
Available to both members and non-members. You can book this service independently, without enrolling in an ongoing primary care membership.
Your Visit, Personalized
What We Help You Explore
Understand your starting point
Review your weight history, existing health conditions, current medications, and goals.
Your physician may order targeted laboratory testing to evaluate relevant factors, such as blood sugar regulation or hormonal concerns, when clinically indicated.
Build routines that fit your life
Develop realistic eating habits that consider your nutritional needs, food preferences, and daily schedule.
Discuss movement and strength-building routines that support cardiovascular health and help preserve lean muscle, adapted to your abilities and medical needs.
Consider treatment thoughtfully
Explore prescription weight management options, including GLP-1 receptor agonists, only when clinically appropriate.
Review expected benefits, potential risks, monitoring, and medication costs before deciding on treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription.
Look beyond the scale
Review meaningful changes in weight, daily habits, strength, and other relevant health measures. Body composition analysis may help assess changes in fat mass and lean mass when appropriate.
Your physician adjusts recommendations as your needs and response to treatment evolve. Ask which assessments and follow-up visits are included.
Before Your Appointment
Know What to Expect
Individual results and ongoing support
Results vary. Sustainable weight management often requires continued medical support and long-term changes that fit your life. This program does not guarantee permanent weight loss, and weight regain can occur even with ongoing effort.
Medication and monitoring
Weight management medications are not appropriate for everyone. If prescribed, your physician reviews benefits, risks, nutrition, muscle preservation, and follow-up monitoring. Medication costs are separate from consultation fees.
Our process
We review your goals and relevant medical history, explain the proposed service and its benefits and limitations, and outline clear next steps. Diagnostic testing and treatment depend on your individual needs. Our team can explain consultation, testing, medication, and follow-up charges before you proceed.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a membership?
No. This is a standalone service available without a Rochester HealthSpan Medicine membership. Ongoing primary care membership is a separate option.
What does it cost?
Contact our team for current self-pay pricing and a clear explanation of what is included before booking. Additional tests, medications, procedures, and follow-up may carry separate charges.
Will insurance cover testing?
The standalone service is self-pay. Where applicable, outside laboratory testing may be submitted to your insurer. Coverage, medical necessity rules, deductibles, and laboratory participation vary. Confirm your benefits before testing.
Rochester, NY · Pittsford
Medical guidance. A plan built around you.
Take the next step with physician-supervised weight management at Rochester HealthSpan Medicine. No membership required.
Rochester HealthSpan Medicine
Personalized healthcare and longevity medicine proudly serving Rochester, NY and surrounding communities.
30 Office Park Way, Pittsford, NY 14534
By appointment · Adults 18+ · No membership required