Medical Weight Loss & GLP-1 Therapy in Naples, FL
Provider-supervised weight loss with GLP-1 medications
Harmony Health Clinic offers medically supervised weight loss in Naples using GLP-1 medications (semaglutide and tirzepatide). Care is led by Annaelle Scanlan Lamers, PA-C and grounded in functional-medicine labs — addressing the metabolic and hormonal drivers behind weight, not just writing a script. Cash-pay, no memberships, with real provider access. Medications are prescribed only after evaluation and aren't right for everyone.
What Is GLP-1 Weight Loss?
GLP-1 medications are a class of prescription treatments that mimic gut hormones your body already makes to regulate appetite and blood sugar. In practice, they help many patients feel full sooner, stay satisfied longer, and quiet the constant "food noise" that makes sustainable weight loss so hard. They're given as a simple once-weekly injection.
The two we work with — semaglutide and tirzepatide — have been studied extensively for significant, sustained weight reduction when paired with the right support. But they're a medical tool, not a shortcut: they work best inside a plan that addresses why the weight is there in the first place.
That's the difference at Harmony. GLP-1 therapy here isn't a vending machine for prescriptions — it's one part of a supervised, lab-informed approach to your metabolic health.
The Medications We Use
Semaglutide & tirzepatide prescribed at the provider's discretion.
Both medications are administered as a once-weekly injection, started at a low dose and titrated gradually to balance results with tolerability. Which medication — and whether either is appropriate for you — is determined during your evaluation, based on your history, goals, tolerance, and cost.
What Makes Us Different
Root-cause, lab-informed, and actually supervised
Most GLP-1 weight loss today is a transaction: a quick online form, a prescription, and you're on your own. That's not medicine — and it's not us.
At Harmony, GLP-1 therapy sits inside our functional-medicine practice, which means we look at the drivers behind your weight:
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Advanced labs — metabolic, thyroid, hormone, and insulin markers to understand what's actually going on
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The real causes — insulin resistance, hormone imbalance, thyroid dysfunction, and other root factors that medication alone won't fix
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Ongoing monitoring — regular check-ins to track progress, adjust dosing, and manage side effects
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Whole-person support — nutrition and lifestyle guidance so your results last beyond the medication
You work directly with your provider the whole way — no rotating clinicians, no memberships, no upsells. The goal isn't just a smaller number on the scale; it's better metabolic health you can sustain.
How the Program Works
Evaluation, labs, and supervised follow-through
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Screening
A brief phone call with a provider to discuss any immediate disqualifiers from our Program.
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Exam
A thorough visit to review your history, goals, and whether GLP-1 therapy is appropriate.
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Labs
Metabolic, thyroid, hormone, and insulin testing to inform your plan and a safe starting point.
Telehealth follow-ups are available statewide in Florida for established patients, so staying on track is convenient.
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Plan
If you're a candidate, your provider selects the medication and a starting dose, and explains what to expect.
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Monitor
Regular follow-ups to track progress, adjust dosing, manage any side effects, and keep you supported.
Are You a Candidate?
GLP-1 therapy isn't right for everyone
GLP-1 medications are typically considered for adults with a higher body-mass index, or a slightly lower BMI alongside a weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. But BMI is only a starting point.
Some medical histories make these medications inappropriate, and some patients are better served by a different path entirely. That's exactly why we start with a medical evaluation rather than a checkout cart — your provider reviews your full history, current medications, and goals before anything is prescribed.
If GLP-1 therapy is a good fit, we'll explain why and how. If it isn't, we'll tell you that too, and talk through other options. Prescriptions are issued at the provider's discretion, never automatically.
Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide
Two effective GLP-1 options... Your provider helps you choose
Drug class
Brand names
How it's given
How it works
Studied for
Which is right for you
Semaglutide
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Ozempic (diabetes)
Wegovy (weight management)
Once-weekly injection
Mimics the GLP-1 hormone to curb appetite, increase fullness, and slow gastric emptying
Significant, sustained weight reduction; individual results vary
Decided with your provider, based on history, goals, tolerance, and cost
Tirzepatide
Dual GIP + GLP-1 receptor agonist
Mounjaro (diabetes)
Zepbound (weight management)
Once-weekly injection
Acts on two gut-hormone receptors (GIP + GLP-1) for appetite and metabolic effects
Significant, sustained weight reduction; individual results vary
Decided with your provider, based on history, goals, tolerance, and cost
Educational comparison only. Both are prescription medications; suitability is determined by a medical evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about GLP-1 Medical weight loss
How do GLP-1 medications work for weight loss?
GLP-1 medications mimic a natural gut hormone that regulates appetite and blood sugar. They help you feel full sooner and stay satisfied longer, which makes it easier to eat less without constant hunger. They're given as a once-weekly injection and work best alongside nutrition and lifestyle support.
Am I a candidate for GLP-1 therapy?
Candidacy depends on your BMI, medical history, current medications, and goals — not a quick online form. GLP-1 therapy isn't appropriate for everyone, and some medical histories rule it out. That's why we start with a full medical evaluation before anything is prescribed.
Do you use branded or compounded medication?
[IF BRANDED] We prescribe FDA-approved GLP-1 medications (Wegovy and Zepbound) for appropriate patients. [IF COMPOUNDED] We dispense patient-specific compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide through licensed pharmacies when clinically appropriate. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; we discuss this openly so you can make an informed choice. [Keep only the version that's true.]
Is GLP-1 weight loss safe? What about side effects?
Like any medication, GLP-1 therapies carry potential side effects — most commonly mild, digestive, and often easing as your body adjusts. Your provider reviews the risks with you, starts you at a low dose, and monitors you throughout. This supervision is a core reason to do GLP-1 care through a clinic, not an app.
How much weight will I lose, and how fast?
Results vary from person to person and depend on your starting point, the medication, your dose, and your habits. The goal is gradual, sustainable change — not a crash. Your provider sets realistic expectations at your consultation and tracks your progress over time.
Does insurance cover it?
We don't bill insurance directly. Care is cash-pay with transparent pricing, and we accept HSA/FSA. Medication and labs are billed separately. On request, we can provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
What's the difference between semaglutide and tirzepatide?
Semaglutide acts on one gut-hormone receptor (GLP-1); tirzepatide acts on two (GIP and GLP-1). Both are once-weekly injections studied for significant weight loss. Which is right for you is decided with your provider based on your history, goals, tolerance, and cost.
Is it just the medication, or is there support?
Both. Your care includes labs, regular monitoring, dose adjustments, and nutrition and lifestyle guidance — so the results last. That whole-person, supervised approach is what sets Harmony apart from prescription-only services.
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The information on this page is educational and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. GLP-1 medications are prescription medications dispensed only after a medical evaluation and prescribed at the provider's discretion; they are not appropriate for everyone. Individual results vary and depend on multiple factors, including adherence and lifestyle. Like all medications, GLP-1 therapies carry potential risks and side effects, which your provider will review with you. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved and are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality. This page is not a substitute for emergency care. For emergencies, call 911.