Medically Supervised · Florida Telehealth

Medical weight loss, with a real provider.

GLP-1 and metabolic weight management in Florida — evaluated, prescribed, and monitored by a licensed nurse practitioner, by secure video. No crash plans, no gimmicks: a supervised medical program. Individual results vary, and GLP-1 therapy isn't right for everyone. In Florida, a licensed provider can prescribe by telehealth when it's clinically appropriate — a separate in-person visit is not automatically required.

Educational information only — not medical advice. Weight-management medications require a medical evaluation and a prescription from a licensed provider; not everyone is a candidate, and individual results vary. Some medications are FDA-approved for weight management; compounded versions are not FDA-approved and their availability is regulated and changing. Nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and these statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.

What is medical weight loss with GLP-1?

Medical weight loss means a licensed provider — not an app or a subscription box — evaluates your health, builds a plan, and supervises it. For many people that includes a GLP-1 receptor agonist, a class of prescription medication that acts on appetite and satiety pathways; in studies it has been associated with reduced appetite and earlier fullness for many people. Effects and suitability vary by individual.

Semaglutide vs. tirzepatide

The two most common are semaglutide (a GLP-1 agonist) and tirzepatide (a dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist). Both are given as a once-weekly injection. Which option — if any — is right for you depends on your history and an evaluation. Medication is one tool in a plan, alongside the lifestyle guidance that makes it last.

FDA-approved vs. compounded GLP-1

Some formulations are FDA-approved brand medications. Compounded versions are not FDA-approved for safety or efficacy, and the federal rules governing them are actively changing. We prescribe only what is clinically appropriate and lawfully available for you at the time of your care.

The Approach

Supervised, not self-serve.

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A Real Evaluation

Your history, medications, labs when indicated, and goals — reviewed by a nurse practitioner who determines whether GLP-1 therapy is appropriate for you.

GLP-1 When It Fits

If appropriate, a prescription is sent to your pharmacy — with the benefits, risks, dosing, and side effects explained up front. Medication is never one-size-fits-all.

Built for Women

Weight and metabolism can shift with hormonal changes, including during perimenopause and menopause. Your evaluation considers the whole picture — not just the scale.

Ongoing Follow-up

Dose adjustments, side-effect management, and check-ins over time. This is a supervised process — not a script and a shrug.

How It Works in Florida

No separate in-person visit — when it's clinically appropriate.

01Step 01

Book a Consultation

Meet Shelbi by secure video from anywhere private in Florida. No waiting room, no referral.

02Step 02

Get Evaluated

A thorough review of your history and goals — with lab work when it's needed to prescribe safely.

03Step 03

Start Your Plan

If GLP-1 therapy is clinically appropriate, your prescription goes to the pharmacy of your choice — no separate in-person visit required in Florida.

04Step 04

Stay Supported

Follow-ups by video or message to adjust, troubleshoot, and keep you on track.

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What to expect — general costs

Medical weight loss is elective and self-pay — insurance coverage for weight management is limited and not billed here. Costs vary by plan and medication. As general market context based on publicly advertised 2026 telehealth pricing (not a Clinically Clear price list):

At Clinically Clear, you begin with a consultation booked as a visit (see visit pricing). Your individualized plan — and what it costs — is determined during that consultation. We can provide an itemized superbill on request for FSA, HSA, or out-of-network reimbursement. Curious about other approaches? Learn about medically supervised peptide therapy.

Medical weight loss FAQ

Can a Florida telehealth provider prescribe GLP-1 without an in-person visit?

In Florida, a licensed provider can evaluate you and, when it's clinically appropriate, prescribe by telehealth — a separate in-person visit is not automatically required (per Florida's telehealth statute, s. 456.47, F.S.). You must be physically located in Florida at the time of your appointment.

Can I see a weight loss doctor online in Florida?

You can meet with a licensed Florida medical provider online for weight management. At Clinically Clear that provider is Shelbi Arcand, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) — a licensed prescriber who can evaluate you and prescribe GLP-1 therapy when appropriate.

Do I need a prescription for GLP-1 weight loss medication?

Yes. GLP-1 medications require a medical evaluation and a prescription from a licensed provider — they are not available over the counter.

Are GLP-1 medications given as injections?

Yes — semaglutide and tirzepatide are prescription medications typically self-administered as a once-weekly injection. Your provider shows you how.

What is the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?

Both are injectable prescription medications used for weight management. Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist; tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist. Which is appropriate for you — if either — is a decision your provider makes based on your history and goals.

Am I a candidate for GLP-1 weight loss therapy in Florida?

Candidacy is determined by an evaluation of your health history, current medications, and goals. GLP-1 therapy is not appropriate for everyone, including some people with certain medical or family histories. That is exactly what the consultation determines.

Is GLP-1 weight loss covered by insurance?

Clinically Clear is self-pay and does not bill insurance. Insurer coverage for GLP-1 weight management is limited and varies. We can provide an itemized superbill on request.

What are the common side effects of GLP-1 medications?

Commonly reported effects include nausea, constipation or diarrhea, and reduced appetite — most often when starting or increasing a dose. Less common but serious risks are also associated with this class of medication, and some people should not take it due to certain medical or family histories (for example, a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN 2). Your provider reviews the specific risks with you before any prescription. Individual results and tolerability vary.

How much does semaglutide / GLP-1 weight loss cost in Florida?

It is elective, self-pay, and not typically covered by insurance. Based on publicly advertised 2026 telehealth pricing, ranges generally seen are an initial consultation around $99–$300, lab work $100–$300 when indicated, and a monthly medication program that varies by medication and dose. This is general market context, not a Clinically Clear price list — your plan and its cost are set at your consultation.

Safety & the fine print

Important · State Licensing

Care is for patients physically located in Florida.

By state licensing requirements, you must be physically located in Florida at the time of your telehealth appointment.

Ready to do this the right way?

Book a consultation with Shelbi Arcand, FNP-BC — a Florida-licensed nurse practitioner. A real evaluation, an honest plan, and support the whole way through.

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