Medical Weight Management in Dallas — medically supervised compounded GLP-1 programs
Weight is about more than willpower. Biology plays a part, and it helps to have a medical team that understands it. We combine compounded GLP-1 medications with in-person monitoring, lab work, and a whole-person care plan built around your health. In-person care is our foundation, with telemedicine visits available when they fit your life.
Weight loss medications are available from many sources now, so it is reasonable to ask how care is set up. Medication is only one piece. Weight loss can come with side effects, plateaus, muscle loss, nutritional gaps, and weight regain, which is why at Innovare Tx weight management is run as a medical program.
What our program offers
- In-person medical supervision — every patient can see our provider face-to-face, with telemedicine visits available when in-person isn't convenient
- In-clinic compounded tirzepatide at $160/mo for the medication (or $249/mo home delivery)
- Discounted lab work — a $99 panel that includes CBC, CMP, lipid panel, A1c, and TSH
- 27 years of clinical experience from Charles Ortega, PA-C on every care plan
- Whole-person approach — nutrition, activity, sleep, stress, and underlying conditions
- Integrated clinic — orthobiologic medicine, physical therapy, and primary care under one roof
- Military and law enforcement discounts available on our cash-pay services
For full details, see our compounded tirzepatide weight loss program.
Our weight management program
Our program combines a medical evaluation, consistent monitoring, and a care team that gets to know you.
Initial consultation & assessment
Full health history, physical exam, goal discussion, BMI evaluation, and candidacy screening.
Discounted comprehensive lab work
Lab work is recommended. Weight-loss members can get a discounted $99 panel that includes CBC, CMP, lipid panel, A1c, and TSH.
Personalized medication plan
Compounded tirzepatide or compounded semaglutide with starting dose and titration schedule.
Regular check-ins
You see a medical assistant for your regular weekly visit, plus a scheduled 20-minute appointment with Charles every 6 weeks — or every 4 to 5 weeks if you need a dosage adjustment.
In-clinic biometrics
In-clinic patients can track % body fat, % muscle, visceral fat score, resting metabolism, and BMI at every visit — weekly or monthly, your choice.
Nutrition counseling
Practical dietary guidance designed to work with your medication and lifestyle.
Ongoing monitoring
Periodic lab re-checks as your provider recommends.
This is a medically supervised program, with a structured wellness membership option for continued support. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed.
GLP-1 medications: how they work
GLP-1 receptor agonists are a class of medications used in medical weight loss. Originally developed for type 2 diabetes, they mimic a natural hormone your body produces after eating. They are designed to:
- Reduce appetite, so you may feel full sooner
- Slow gastric emptying, so food moves through your stomach more slowly
- Help regulate blood sugar
At Innovare Tx we prescribe two primary medications: compounded tirzepatide and compounded semaglutide — both given as a once-weekly injection — medications that can support weight loss as part of a medically supervised program. During your consultation, Charles Ortega reviews your health history, goals, and labs to discuss which option, if any, may fit you.
Both are prepared by a state-licensed 503A compounding pharmacy and are not FDA approved — the FDA has approved only the brand-name products. Compounded medications are prescribed when a patient has a clinical need that a commercially available product does not meet, a determination Charles Ortega, PA-C makes based on your individual health profile. Charles is a physician assistant supervised by Dr. Nathan V. Nguyen.
Studies of FDA-approved tirzepatide and semaglutide products reported meaningful average weight loss. Compounded versions were not studied in those trials, so those results cannot be assumed to apply.
| Feature | Compounded tirzepatide | Compounded semaglutide |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | Dual GIP/GLP-1 | GLP-1 only |
| Administration | Weekly injection | Weekly injection |
| Compounded formulation | Yes | Yes |
| Cost at Innovare Tx | From $160/mo | From $140/mo |
Neither is ranked over the other; your provider can talk through both. Compare compounded tirzepatide vs. compounded semaglutide
Compounded tirzepatide in Dallas — from $160/month
Compounded tirzepatide is a dual-action GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist, and it is not FDA approved. Studies of FDA-approved tirzepatide products reported meaningful average weight loss; compounded versions were not studied in those trials, so those results cannot be assumed to apply. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed.
We offer it at $160/month in-clinic ($249/mo home delivery), and some patients choose telemedicine for some of their follow-up visits. Your care includes weekly medical assistant visits and scheduled visits with Charles Ortega, PA-C.
In-person medical supervision — with the flexibility of telemedicine
In-person care is our foundation, and we also offer the flexibility of telemedicine. Whichever you choose, Charles Ortega, PA-C oversees your care.
In person, when it matters most
- Scheduled face-to-face visits with Charles Ortega, PA-C
- In-clinic biometrics — % body fat, % muscle, visceral fat score, resting metabolism, and BMI at every visit
- Vitals measured in person and reviewed against your progress
- Discounted comprehensive lab work at baseline and periodically throughout
- In-person side-effect assessment
- Integrated access to physical therapy and primary care under one roof
Choosing telemedicine? Here’s what you still get
Some patients do telemedicine for some of their visits, and we’re glad to offer that flexibility. Even when you choose telemedicine with Innovare Tx, you still get:
- Video calls with Charles Ortega, PA-C
- Discounted labs
- Dosage fine-tuning based on how you're responding
- Continuity with Charles, who knows your history
- Side-effect management
- The option to always come into the clinic for a visit with Charles or for biometrics
Need movement support? Explore physical therapy
Who is a candidate?
You may be a candidate if:
- Your BMI is 30 or higher (obesity) — regardless of other conditions
- Your BMI is 27 or higher with at least one weight-related condition (type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, PCOS)
- You’ve struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise alone
- You have no contraindications to GLP-1 medications
Who should not take GLP-1 medications
- Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or MEN 2 syndrome. The FDA labels for FDA-approved tirzepatide and semaglutide products list these as contraindications and carry a boxed warning about thyroid C-cell tumors in rodents; relevance to humans is unknown.
- History of pancreatitis
- Pregnant or breastfeeding
- Severe gastrointestinal conditions, including gastroparesis or inflammatory bowel disease
- Known hypersensitivity to compounded tirzepatide, compounded semaglutide, or any formulation components
Unsure whether you qualify? Schedule a consultation and we’ll review your full medical history and talk through what may be appropriate for you.
Your weight management care, step by step
Here is how care usually runs. Weight change varies from person to person, and individual results are not guaranteed.
Initial consultation
Health history, physical exam, goals, BMI assessment, and candidacy determination.
Lab work
CMP, lipid panel, thyroid, A1C, and liver/kidney markers as clinically indicated.
Medication start
Medication selection, starting dose, injection training, and side-effect education.
Ongoing follow-ups
Weekly vitals and weight with a medical assistant; a scheduled visit with Charles every 6 weeks (4–5 weeks if your dose needs adjusting).
Long-term maintenance
Ongoing monitoring, transition planning, and continued membership support.
Integrated care under one roof
Some weight management patients also use physical therapy for exercise guidance or family medicine for related conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. We also offer orthobiologic procedures, which are investigational and not FDA-approved for any orthopedic condition. Your care team coordinates with you.
Weight management FAQs
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Compounded tirzepatide from $160/mo, in-person care, and 27 years of experience. Book your consultation — or call and we'll verify your benefits first.