Encino

Medical Weight Loss Program for Encino Residents

Encino residents are no strangers to wellness trends—from juice cleanses to boutique fitness studios. Yet despite the abundance of health resources, many individuals struggle with persistent weight gain that resists diet and exercise alone. The missing link is often a medical approach that addresses underlying metabolic, hormonal, or medication-related causes. Valley Family Medicine, your trusted urgent care center based in San Fernando, proudly brings its comprehensive Medical Weight Loss Program to the Encino community. Our program is physician-supervised, evidence-based, and tailored to your body’s unique needs. Call us at 818-774-0955 to schedule your consultation or walk in to get started.

Our program begins with a thorough medical evaluation. We review your complete health history, including previous weight loss attempts, eating patterns, physical activity, and any conditions that contribute to weight gain—such as hypothyroidism, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), insulin resistance, depression, or chronic stress. We also review medications that may cause weight gain, including certain antidepressants, antipsychotics, beta-blockers, and steroids. On-site laboratory testing includes a complete blood count, comprehensive metabolic panel, lipid profile, thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), fasting glucose, hemoglobin A1c, and sometimes fasting insulin or cortisol. This comprehensive picture allows us to identify why traditional diets have failed and to create a targeted solution.

Based on your evaluation, we design a personalized weight loss plan. Our nutritional guidance is practical and sustainable: we focus on whole foods, portion control, macronutrient balance, and mindful eating. No pre-packaged meals or unrealistic restrictions. We incorporate physical activity recommendations that fit your lifestyle, whether that means walking the trails near the Encino Reservoir, joining a gym, or starting a home exercise program. For appropriate candidates, we offer FDA-approved prescription weight loss medications, including phentermine (short-term), Qsymia, and GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Wegovy) and liraglutide (Saxenda). These medications are prescribed only after careful risk-benefit analysis and are monitored with regular follow-up visits to check weight, blood pressure, side effects, and laboratory parameters.

Ongoing support is the cornerstone of our program. You will have frequent follow-up appointments—typically every two to four weeks—to track progress, adjust medications, refine dietary goals, and address any barriers. We also provide education on reading nutrition labels, managing emotional eating, navigating social situations, and breaking through weight loss plateaus. Our goal is not quick weight loss that returns but lasting change that reduces your risk of diabetes, heart disease, and joint problems.

Encino residents trust Valley Family Medicine for quality, convenient care. Most insurance plans cover obesity counseling and medically necessary lab work. Affordable self-pay packages are also available. Take the first step toward a healthier, more energetic life. Call 818-774-0955 today. Your medical weight loss journey starts right here in Encino.