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Short answer: yes — several reputable telehealth weight-loss programs pair prescription medications (often GLP‑1s such as semaglutide or tirzepatide) with regular, real coaching (health coaches, registered dietitians, or behavior-change coaches). Below are widely used options and what they typically include (note: availability, specific drugs, and pricing change over time and by state).
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Calibrate — 12‑month metabolic program that combines prescription medication (GLP‑1s for eligible patients) with weekly-to-monthly 1:1 coaching from certified health coaches and regular medical visits. Focus is long‑term metabolic change and behavior therapy.
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Found — Telehealth obesity clinic that prescribes semaglutide/tirzepatide when appropriate and provides regular coaching through an app plus scheduled check‑ins with providers and health coaches (nutrition support and behavior change emphasis).
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FORM Health (Form) — Remote obesity clinic offering GLP‑1 prescribing along with structured coaching from dietitians and health coaches, plus monitoring through an app and clinician follow‑ups.
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Profile by Sanford (Profile) — Hybrid program with one‑on‑one coaching (Profile Coaches), registered dietitians, and medical oversight; they offer anti‑obesity medications for qualifying patients as part of their multi‑component plan.
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Hims & Hers (Hers Weight Loss / Hims Weight) — Direct‑to‑consumer telehealth that can prescribe GLP‑1 medications after evaluation and provides ongoing care and check‑ins; some packages include coaching/support from a care team.
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SteadyMD — Pairs you with a dedicated primary care doctor and a coordinated care team; they provide personalized weight‑loss plans that can include prescriptions plus access to health coaches and nutrition support.
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One Medical — Primary‑care‑first model that offers health coaches and clinicians who can prescribe anti‑obesity medications; good if you want integrated primary care plus coaching and prescriptions through one provider.
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Parsley Health — Functional‑medicine approach with longer visits, health coaches, and medical providers who can prescribe medications and manage metabolic/weight concerns in a holistic program.
What to watch for
- Insurance: many GLP‑1 prescriptions for obesity are not fully covered by insurance; cost can be high. Some programs offer generic or discounted options or a pharmacy plan.
- Safety and follow‑up: a reputable program should do baseline labs, screen for contraindications, and provide regular follow‑up with clinicians.
- Coaching type: some programs emphasize weekly structured coaching and behavioral therapy; others provide medical check‑ins with optional coaching. If regular 1:1 coaching is essential for you, confirm frequency and coach credentials before enrolling.
If you tell me: (1) where you are located (US / state), (2) whether you want heavy behavioral coaching vs mostly medical management, and (3) budget/insurance preferences, I can recommend the best one or two matches and link to current sign‑up pages.