At PURA VIDA, we combine advanced medications like GLP-1s with personalized Medical and nutritional oversight to help you take a confident and informed approach to weight loss that removes metabolic barriers and delivers lasting results.
Many people do everything right and still struggle to lose weight. That is often a sign that metabolism, hormones, or physiology need medical support.
We offer medically supervised weight loss in Mentor, Ohio that may include tools like GLP-1 medications, weight loss injections, and other evidence-based therapies when appropriate. Care is personalized and guided by your health history, body composition, and how your body responds over time.
Our approach prioritizes safety, sustainability, and ongoing medical support so progress can continue as your body changes. This is care guided by data and clinical experience.
What Makes Our Medical Weight Loss Different
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Consistent follow-up and accountability
Our programs include regular visits, which may be weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly depending on your needs and where you are in the process. This allows progress to be monitored closely, questions to be addressed early, and care to stay aligned as your body responds.
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Nutrition & lifestyle guidance
Weight loss does not happen in isolation. We provide clear, realistic guidance around nutrition, movement, and daily habits so changes are sustainable. Education is practical and personalized, not restrictive or overwhelming, and always aligned with your medical plan.
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Body composition & Lab Testing
We track body fat and lean muscle mass with our advanced body composition analysis and use lab testing to evaluate metabolic, hormonal, and nutritional factors that can affect weight loss. This allows care decisions to be based on how your body is functioning, not assumptions or the scale alone.
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Medically supervised care with a personal, community approach
Your care is overseen by licensed medical providers and delivered through consistent, relationship-based visits. We know our patients by name and take the time to understand the full picture. We get to know you and your goals and work collaboratively to support you. Regular visits allow for thoughtful adjustments based on progress, symptoms, and data, ensuring care remains safe, responsive, and individualized.
OUR APPROACH
Many weight loss programs focus on a single lever. Eat less. Move more. Take this medication. That may work for some people, for a while, but it breaks down when the body needs more support.
What makes our approach different is that we treat weight loss as a medical process, not a willpower problem.
We look at metabolism, hormones, body composition, symptoms, and real life factors together. Your care is adjusted over time based on how your body responds, not based on a preset timeline or package. You are not handed a plan and sent on your way. You are supported, monitored, and guided through the process with the goal of lasting change.
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Free Consultation
During your weight loss consultation, you’ll meet with our medical team for a comprehensive evaluation. This includes an InBody scan to assess your body composition, a review of your medical history, and an open discussion about your current health and long-term goals. We’ll take the time to understand your unique needs and ensure you're set up for success.
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Personalized Plan
Your provider will design a personalized weight loss plan tailored specifically to your goals and health needs. This may include prescription medication if you qualify, detailed nutrition education, customized meal plans, and lifestyle coaching and adjustments. We’ll incorporate everything you need to reach your goals and feel your best.
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Ongoing Support
You’re never alone on your weight loss journey. Our compassionate medical team is here to provide continuous support and guidance, adjusting your plan as necessary to ensure you stay on track. With regular check-ins and expert advice, we’re here every step of the way to help you achieve lasting results.
What the Process Looks Like
The Science Behind the Process
Weight loss is influenced by multiple systems, including hormones, metabolism, muscle mass, inflammation, and nutrient status. When one or more of these systems are off, progress can stall even with strong effort.
Medical weight loss helps treat insulin resistance, regulate appetite, support blood sugar balance, preserve muscle, and reduce metabolic resistance. Body composition tracking and lab insights help ensure fat loss is targeted while long-term metabolic health is protected.
The goal is not extreme restriction. The goal is a body that is supported well enough to change.
clinical team
Your care is guided by experienced medical providers who specialize in metabolic health and medically supervised weight loss. Medications and support therapies are selected carefully and reviewed regularly. This level of oversight keeps care safe, responsive, and appropriate throughout the process.
science & data driven
Body composition analysis and key lab markers provides clarity around progress or plateaus. Tracking body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, and key metabolic or hormonal markers helps guide decisions over time and provides insights beyond the scale. This information helps guide adjustments and gives you a clear understanding of what is happening in your body.
Nutrition and Lifestyle Education
Medical weight loss works best when it is supported by realistic nutrition and lifestyle Education. Guidance is personalized, realistic, and designed to support muscle preservation, metabolism, and long-term health. It's manageable to integrate into daily life so changes feel sustainable and aligned with your medical plan.
OUR TOP MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS THERAPIES:
semaglutide
A GLP-1 receptor agonist that can improve blood sugar control by enhancing insulin secretion, slowing gastric emptying, and reducing appetite. It’s clinically shown to support significant and sustained weight loss.
tirzepatide
A dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist that targets multiple metabolic pathways. It can help regulate blood sugar, enhance insulin sensitivity, and accelerate fat loss. Some may experience greater weight reduction, improved metabolic efficiency, and reduced gastrointestinal side effects compared to single-pathway GLP-1 therapies.
phentermine
A short-term appetite suppressant that works on the central nervous system to reduce hunger and increase satiety. It can support weight loss by helping decrease calorie intake, especially when paired with nutrition and lifestyle changes under medical supervision.
contrave
A combination of bupropion and naltrexone that targets appetite regulation and food cravings through the brain’s reward pathways. It may help reduce emotional or compulsive eating while supporting steady, sustainable weight loss over time.
MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS
FAQ
Yes. We offer medically supervised weight loss at our clinic in Mentor, Ohio. Our approach focuses on body composition and metabolic health, helping patients reduce body fat, preserve muscle, and improve energy through provider-led care and ongoing support.
When properly supervised, medical weight loss is considered safe for many patients. Programs are guided by licensed medical providers and include ongoing monitoring to help identify side effects early and adjust care as needed. At Pura Vida Wellness, treatment decisions are based on medical history, labs when appropriate, and regular follow-up, so care remains individualized and responsive over time.
Insulin resistance is one of the most common factors we evaluate in medical weight loss. Through lab testing, nutrition guidance, and medical oversight, we help address insulin resistance and support improved metabolic function over time.
Yes. When clinically appropriate, our licensed medical providers can prescribe medications such as phentermine and GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide or tirzepatide. Medication use is always monitored and adjusted as part of a comprehensive medical weight loss plan.
Yes. Preserving lean muscle is a priority in our medical weight loss programs. By tracking body composition and providing nutrition, medical, and lifestyle guidance, we help support fat loss while protecting muscle and metabolic health.
You’re not alone. Many patients come to us after years of dieting without lasting results. This often points to underlying metabolic, hormonal, or physiological factors. Medical weight loss allows us to look deeper and create a plan based on how your body is actually functioning.
Not every treatment plan includes injections. When possible, we explore alternative options based on comfort level and clinical needs. If injections are recommended, we take time to explain the process clearly and provide support every step of the way.
Medications may be sourced in different ways depending on the prescription. Some medications and injectable support therapies are filled through licensed, U.S.-based compounding or specialty pharmacies, while others are sent to a patient’s preferred local pharmacy. All prescriptions are written and reviewed by licensed medical providers. Any oral supplements recommended are selected from trusted medical-grade partners.
Yes. Our clinic is located in Mentor, Ohio, and we serve patients from Cleveland and surrounding Northeast Ohio communities.
EXPLORE
Weight Loss Treatments
ONCE WEEKLY INJECTION FOR WEIGHT LOSS
Semaglutide belongs to a class of medications known as glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, or GLP-1 RAs. It mimics the GLP-1 hormone, released in the gut in response to eating.
One role of GLP-1 is to prompt the body to produce more insulin which reduces blood sugar (glucose).
When used in conjunction with diet and exercise, it can cause significant weight loss and a reduced risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease -- in people who are obese or overweight.
ONCE WEEKLY INJECTION FOR WEIGHT LOSS
When combined with the right diet and lifestyle changes, Tirzepatide has shown promise in aiding patients with chronic weight management.
While the GLP-1 RAs (Semaglutide) affect only GLP-1 receptors, Tirzepatide is a novel dual agonist at both the GLP-1 and the glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptors. GIP is another incretin hormone that plays an important role in stimulating meal-time insulin secretion
Phentermine is an FDA-approved appetite suppressant that also gives you the energy to be more active in your day-to-day life. Phentermine reduces appetite by elevating the number of neurotransmitters in the brain. It can be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and activity.
Who is Eligible and Who is Not:
At Pura Vida Wellness, we follow up-to-date Ohio state regulations for phentermine. To be eligible for this medication, you must have a Body Mass Index > 27, be over the age of 18, and be a resident of Ohio. Schedule Online or call today to see if Phentermine (Adipex) is a good choice for you!
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Contrave is a prescription medication that contains two drugs: bupropion and naltrexone. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved it in 2014 to help adults with obesity or adults who are overweight and who also have a weight-related health condition lose weight. Contrave combines the distinct actions of its two active ingredients toward this end. The combination of these two drugs yields a dual action on pathways in the brain, effecting a reduced appetite and improving craving control, so you can lose weight and keep it off.
AOD9604 works by stimulating the breakdown of fat stored in adipose tissue and inhibiting the formation of new fat cells. Additionally, AOD9604 has shown some potential anti-inflammatory effects and may promote cartilage and bone repair, making it of interest for certain musculoskeletal conditions. This product can be paired with any of our weight loss programs.
Lipotropic Injections
Lipotropic injections contain a powerful blend of amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that help enhance metabolism and promote fat breakdown in the body. These injections support liver function, aiding in the removal of fat and toxins, and can accelerate weight loss. When paired with a healthy diet and regular exercise, our Lipotropic formula can help your body shed fat and increase energy levels.
At Pura Vida Wellness, we integrate Lipotropic Injections into our weight loss programs, offering you a holistic approach to health and wellness.