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Short answer: several telehealth/online weight‑loss companies combine real human coaching (health coaches, dietitians, or behavioral counselors) with provider‑managed prescription medications. Examples:
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Found (found.com) — Offers telehealth prescribing of anti‑obesity meds (GLP‑1s are commonly used) together with 1:1 coaching from trained coaches and registered dietitians. Good reputation for an integrated clinical + coaching model.
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Form Health (formhealth.com) — A metabolic/weight‑loss clinic that pairs clinicians who prescribe medications with ongoing health coaching and dietitian support to build sustainable habits and medication plans.
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Profile by Sanford (profileplan.com) — A medically supervised weight‑loss program with one‑on‑one coaching from certified coaches and the option for clinician‑prescribed medications as part of a personalized plan. Operates both virtually and at clinics.
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Hims & Hers (hims.com / hers.com) — Their weight‑loss offering includes telehealth consultations for prescription weight‑loss medications and access to coaching resources and follow‑up care through their care team.
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Ro (getro.co) — Ro’s telehealth platform includes weight‑management services where medical providers can prescribe medications and patients work with coaches or clinicians for ongoing support.
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One Medical (onemedical.com) — A primary‑care‑focused membership service; members can get ongoing clinician care that includes medication management for weight plus access to health coaches and nutritionists as part of longitudinal care.
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PlushCare (plushcare.com) — Telehealth primary‑care and specialty services that can prescribe anti‑obesity medications and coordinate follow‑up with coaches or nutritionists (varies by program).
What to check before you sign up
- Who the “coach” is: registered dietitian (RD)/registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) or certified health coach? RDs can provide medical nutrition therapy; health coaches focus on behavior change.
- Which medications they prescribe, how they monitor safety (labs, blood pressure, follow‑ups), and whether they prescribe on‑label or off‑label (e.g., semaglutide/Wegovy vs. Ozempic, tirzepatide).
- Cost and insurance coverage (many programs are out‑of‑pocket for the medication plus program fees).
- Long‑term plan for tapering/maintenance if you stop medication.
- State availability — telehealth prescribing rules and specific drug availability vary by state and company.
If you tell me your state, budget range, and whether you prefer an RD vs. a behavior coach, I can suggest the best fit and link directly to current program pages.