Stuart and Martin County Physician Led Weight Loss

GLP-1 Weight Loss Programs in Stuart, FL

NovaGenix is a physician-directed medical weight loss clinic serving Martin County patients from our office at 609 N Hepburn Ave Ste 106, Jupiter, FL 33458 — about 30 minutes south of Stuart on I-95.Dr. Timothy Mackey reviews your medical history, your current medications and any lab work he considers necessary before recommending anything. Depending on what that evaluation shows, a plan may combine nutrition and activity guidance with prescription weight-loss medication. It is built around your situation rather than a fixed program everyone follows.Not everyone who asks is a candidate, and a consultation is not a guarantee of a prescription. Weight Loss Clinics in Jupiter Click Here

Medical Weight Loss Programs in Martin County

Stuart and Martin County patients travel to NovaGenix in Jupiter — about 30 minutes south on I-95 — for weight loss care directed by a physician.Dr. Timothy Mackey, our Medical Director, meets with you personally to review your health history, your current medications and what you are trying to achieve. From there he recommends a plan, which may include nutrition and activity guidance, prescription weight-loss medication, or a combination of both. Some patients are told that medical weight loss is not appropriate for them.Call or text 561-277-8260 to schedule a free consultation, or read more about medical weight loss at NovaGenix and our Palm Beach Gardens patients.

Why NovaGenix Weight Loss Programs?

NovaGenix is a physician-directed medical weight loss practice based in Jupiter, Florida. Martin County patients see us two ways: in person at the Jupiter office, or by telehealth, which is available to eligible patients across Florida.

Dr. Timothy Mackey, our Medical Director, reviews your health history and your current medications before recommending anything. A plan may include nutrition and activity guidance, prescription weight-loss medication, or a combination. Some patients are told that medical weight loss is not appropriate for them.

Call or text 561-277-8260 to schedule a free consultation, or read more about medical weight loss at NovaGenix.

GLP-1 Weight Loss Options for Patients in Martin County

Semaglutide for Weight Loss

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist prescribed for weight management. It acts on appetite regulation, gastric emptying and blood-sugar control, and is given as a once-weekly subcutaneous injection. It is started at a low dose and increased gradually, and it requires physician evaluation and monitoring.At NovaGenix, Dr. Timothy Mackey reviews your health history and current medications before prescribing. Patients from Stuart, Martin County and across northern Palm Beach County are seen at our Jupiter office at 609 N Hepburn Ave Ste 106, Jupiter, FL 33458, or by telehealth where that is clinically appropriate.What the research shows. In the STEP 1 trial, semaglutide 2.4 mg combined with lifestyle intervention produced a mean reduction of 14.9% of body weight at 68 weeks. That is a trial average under trial conditions — not a NovaGenix outcome. Individual results vary with starting weight, dose, treatment duration, adherence, other health conditions and how well the medication is tolerated.Who it is for. Adults generally qualify with a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease or obstructive sleep apnea. Final eligibility depends on Dr. Mackey's evaluation.What to know first. The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation and abdominal discomfort, and they are most likely during dose increases. Semaglutide is not appropriate for patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2, during pregnancy, or after a serious allergic reaction to the medication.Call or text 561-277-8260 to schedule a free consultation.

Tirzepatide for Weight Management

Tirzepatide is a once-weekly injectable prescribed for weight management. It acts on two receptors — GLP-1 and GIP — while semaglutide acts on GLP-1 alone. Like semaglutide, it is started at a low dose and increased gradually, and it requires physician evaluation and monitoring.Patients from Stuart and Martin County are seen at NovaGenix in Jupiter, at 609 N Hepburn Ave Ste 106, Jupiter, FL 33458, or by telehealth where that is clinically appropriate. Dr. Timothy Mackey reviews your health history and current medications before prescribing anything.What the research shows. In the SURMOUNT-1 trial, tirzepatide produced mean reductions of 15.0%, 19.5% and 20.9% of body weight at 72 weeks at 5 mg, 10 mg and 15 mg respectively. Those are trial averages under trial conditions — not a NovaGenix outcome. Individual results vary with starting weight, dose, treatment duration, adherence, other health conditions and how well the medication is tolerated.Semaglutide or tirzepatide? Which one is appropriate depends on your medical history, your other medications, tolerability, cost and availability. That decision is made at the consultation, not before it.Who it is for. Adults generally qualify with a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease or obstructive sleep apnea.What to know first. The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation and abdominal discomfort, and they are most likely during dose increases. Tirzepatide is not appropriate for patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2, during pregnancy, or after a serious allergic reaction to the medication.Call or text 561-277-8260 to schedule a free consultation.

How Does a Physician Led GLP-1 Weight Loss Program Work at NovaGenix?

A physician-led GLP-1 program means a doctor — not an online form — decides whether the medication is appropriate for you, and stays involved while you are on it. At NovaGenix, that starts with a free consultation in which Dr. Timothy Mackey reviews your health history, your current medications and what you are trying to achieve. Laboratory testing is ordered when it is clinically indicated; he may review blood sugar, cholesterol, thyroid, liver, kidney or other relevant markers. If a GLP-1 medication such as semaglutide or tirzepatide is appropriate, treatment begins at a low dose and is increased gradually, with adjustments based on how you respond and how well you tolerate it. Follow-up intervals and any repeat testing are set for your situation rather than by a fixed schedule. Some patients are told that medical weight loss is not appropriate for them, and a consultation is not a guarantee of a prescription.

Are GLP-1s Safe?

Are GLP-1 medications safe? GLP-1 medications are prescription drugs with real risks, and the honest answer is that safety depends on whether they are appropriate for you and whether someone qualified is monitoring you while you take them. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal — nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation and abdominal discomfort — and they are most likely during dose increases. More serious risks are possible, and your clinician reviews the full medication-specific prescribing information with you and explains when to seek medical attention.They are not appropriate for patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN2, during pregnancy, or after a serious allergic reaction to the medication. Certain gastrointestinal, pancreatic, gallbladder, kidney and eye conditions may also affect whether a medication is appropriate, and patients taking insulin or other diabetes medications need careful coordination because of hypoglycemia risk. Rapid weight loss carries its own risks as well, including muscle loss, gallstones and nutritional deficiency.At NovaGenix, treatment begins at a low dose and is increased gradually, the rate of loss is monitored, and the plan is adjusted rather than pushed for the fastest possible number on the scale. Not everyone who asks is a candidate.

Weight Loss Tips

Here are some weight loss tips that you can use to help shed unwanted pounds. Some very basic lifestyle changes can be implemented to allow you to address obesity and lose weight.

• Drink Water, when you first wake up and right Before Meals…
• Have Eggs, low fat yogurt and fresh fruit for Breakfast…
• Drink Coffee (Black or with low fat milk and no sugar or sweetener)…
• Drink both Black and Green Tea...
• Eliminate as much Sugar as possible…
• Eat fewer processed foods and Refined Carbs.
• Eat smaller portions.
• Exercise and lift weights

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where is NovaGenix located?
NovaGenix is at 609 N Hepburn Ave Ste 106, Jupiter, FL 33458, in northern Palm Beach County. It is the only NovaGenix office, and it serves patients from Stuart, Palm City, Hobe Sound, Port St. Lucie and the wider Treasure Coast.
‍2. Do you have an office in Stuart or anywhere in Martin County?
No. NovaGenix has one location, in Jupiter. Martin County patients are seen either at the Jupiter office or by telehealth, depending on what is clinically appropriate for them.
‍3. How far is NovaGenix from Stuart?
The Jupiter office is roughly 25 miles south of Stuart, about a 30-minute drive on I-95 in normal traffic. Patients also travel from Palm City, Hobe Sound and Port St. Lucie.
‍4. Do I have to travel to Jupiter to become a patient?
Not necessarily. Consultations may be conducted in person at the Jupiter office or by telehealth, depending on Dr. Timothy Mackey's discretion and what is clinically appropriate for your situation. Telehealth is available to eligible patients across Florida. A consultation is required either way, and it does not guarantee that a medication will be prescribed.
‍5. How do I schedule a consultation with Dr. Timothy Mackey?
Call or text 561-277-8260, or submit the consultation form on this page. The number is monitored for both calls and texts. The team will confirm a time and explain what to bring.
‍6. Is the first consultation free?
Yes. The initial consultation is free. NovaGenix is a self-pay practice, and expected costs are explained before you begin any treatment.
‍7. What are your office hours?
The Jupiter office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call or text 561-277-8260 to arrange a time.
‍8. Do you accept insurance?
No. NovaGenix is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance. Because pricing depends on which medications, formulations, lab work and follow-up a patient needs, expected costs are explained after your evaluation and before you commit to anything.
‍9. What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a complete list of everything you currently take, including over-the-counter medications and supplements, along with any recent lab results you have. If you have a known history of thyroid disease, pancreatitis, gallbladder problems or diabetes, mention it at the visit.
‍10. Is it worth driving from Martin County for weight loss care?
That is your decision to make, and it depends on what you want from the visit. What NovaGenix offers is evaluation and ongoing care directed by a physician — Dr. Timothy Mackey reviews your history and medications himself, and no medication is prescribed on the basis of an online form. For patients who would rather not make the drive regularly, telehealth is available where clinically appropriate.