FAQs
Transition Medical Weight Loss Program: In-Office vs. Transition Anywhere (Online)
Both the in-office and online Transition programs offer comprehensive support for sustainable weight loss and health improvement, but each is designed to meet different needs based on your lifestyle, location, and preferences.
- In-Office Program: Located in Salem, NH, our in-office program is ideal for those who want hands-on support through weekly, in-person visits with our medical team.
- Transition Anywhere: Accessible from anywhere, Transition Anywhere is fully virtual and perfect for those who prefer a more flexible, remote option without the need for travel. You’ll receive biweekly telemedicine visits with the care team and have continuous support through the app.
- In-Office: Offers a highly comprehensive approach with access to a multidisciplinary medical team with weekly, in-person check-ins for ongoing guidance and progress tracking.
- Transition Anywhere: Provides biweekly virtual check-ins, personalized guidance, and secure messaging to stay connected with your care team. The online program delivers consistent support wherever you are, keeping you engaged and on track.
- In-Office: Provides all-inclusive access to a structured meal plan through our on-site Marketplace, which features over 600 meal and snack options specifically tailored to caloric, protein, and other nutritional needs. This structure simplifies meal planning and supports consistent progress.
- Transition Anywhere: In the virtual program, you use your own food, allowing flexibility and adaptation to your lifestyle. You’ll also receive a personalized meal plan, access to our recipe library, and a 15% discount on products from our online Marketplace to supplement your nutrition plan as desired.
- In-Office: Includes on-site lab work, weekly B12 injections, custom vitamin packs, and additional supplements like fiber, which enhance the program’s structure and support metabolic health.
- Transition Anywhere: While lab work and injections are not available remotely, Transition Anywhere offers medication management with access to FDA-approved weight loss medications.
- Both Programs: Both in-office and online programs offer access to optional FDA-approved weight loss medications such as Wegovy and Zepbound. Our team works hard to secure insurance coverage whenever possible, minimizing out-of-pocket expenses and ensuring accessible, effective treatment.
- In-Office: Our program includes in-person fitness advice and personalized plans from our on-site personal trainer, tailored to your goals and available equipment.
- Transition Anywhere: Provides virtual fitness plans through our app, designed around your equipment, availability, and experience level. Track your workouts, progress, and nutrition easily through the app, which integrates with devices like Apple Health and Fitbit.
- In-Office: Offers a detailed body composition analysis each week, utilizing advanced equipment to assess muscle mass, body fat, hydration levels, and more, providing in-depth insights into your progress.
- Transition Anywhere: Virtual members can track weight, body measurements, and other progress indicators through the app. If you’re in the area, you’re welcome to come by our Salem office for a complimentary body composition analysis.
- In-Office: Periodic educational seminars on sustainable weight loss, nutrition, and overall health improvement are offered exclusively to in-office patients.
- Transition Anywhere: Access a library of on-demand webinars and content through the app. Learn about nutrition, mental health, fitness, and more at your own pace.
- In-Office: Available in structured 1-, 2-, 3-, or 6-month plans, providing hands-on, comprehensive care for various commitment levels.
- Transition Anywhere: An affordable, flexible option at only $299 per month, designed for those who want virtual support without a long-term commitment.
When you are enrolled in our program, we want to make sure you remain healthy and successful during your weight loss journey. We meet with you regularly to monitor your body composition improvements, make adjustments, and provide guidance, education, and support.
Anyone who is looking to lose weight, whether 100 or 10 lbs, is able to enroll in the program! Weight loss goals are unique to every person in our program, and we can come up with a plan customized for you.
Yes! Our weight loss programs are safe for those with medical conditions and you will be monitored by a doctor and other medical professionals for the duration of the program. Losing weight may even let you reduce medication and lessen the symptoms of certain medical conditions.
The length of the program relies on how quickly you lose weight and reach your goals. We also offer a maintenance program for those that need help staying on track after they complete their program.
Obesity is a medical condition that occurs when a person’s body mass index exceeds 30 and the extra weight they carry affects their health. Obesity can coincide with conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
No. With our program, you’ll be given a customized meal plan that will ensure you’re eating the right amount of calories to lose weight.
Our meal plan offers several different beverage options, and you will also be counseled on all the different foods and beverages you can eat while enrolled in the program.
No. While you are not required to exercise for our program, it is encouraged and can help you meet your weight loss goals sooner! Our team can even create a custom fitness plan for you.
Our in-office weight loss program includes our Vitality Pack to help prevent nutrient deficiencies as well as benefit overall health and energy levels. We also do lab work to assess for low Vitamin D levels, etc. No supplements are mandatory though. We are here to make adjustments for each patient.
Yes! Losing weight can impact many different health conditions. Your weight loss could help improve high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
Unlike other programs, your weight loss will be monitored by several medical professionals and address any health conditions that may be preventing you from losing weight. In addition, our program offers additional services like support groups, nutritional counseling, supplements, and others to improve your overall health in addition to losing weight.
For most patients, they will be eating 5 times a day: breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, afternoon snack, and dinner. This helps to control hunger, maintain proper blood sugar levels, and allow for optimal weight loss. Each patient is unique and your medical team may make adjustments to your food timing based on your schedule, activity level, etc.
You will meet with a medical provider weekly in our in-office program and biweekly through our virtual Transition Anywhere program. Our team of weight loss professionals will keep track of your body composition changes, blood pressure, and monitor you for any health conditions that could be affected by your change in weight. Our program also offers several additional services for our patients in addition to your recurring appointments, such as seminars and support groups.
Yes, we have specific guidelines to help you make the right choices when you eat out so that you can enjoy time with your friends or family while still continuing to make progress on your weight loss journey.
Black coffee and tea are allowed. You may add a zero calorie sweetener if you wish.
We allow an occasional alcoholic drink on the program, but we recommend limiting alcohol to allow for optimal weight loss. Your provider will help guide you regarding the different alcohol beverage choices and their impacts on weight loss.
We advise against soda consumption while on the program. There are a few healthier soda alternatives that we may recommend if you currently drink soda.
We provide all of our patients with a copy of our low carb vegetable and fruit list and allow them to consume foods from this list in moderation.
While each person’s journey is unique, we happily accommodate couples or family members who want to go on their journey to a healthier lifestyle together. We even off a discount when two patients join the program together!
Yes! Our program accepts both.
We do not accept insurance, but some patients are able to submit the bill to their insurance if they offer a medical weight loss reimbursement option.
Yes, one of the many benefits of our program being medically-based is that we are able to offer prescription weight loss medications to our patients. They can help the body fight hunger and cravings and make patients feel more full. It is a provider-patient mutual decision after discussing one’s medical history and clients can certainly opt not to add medications to their weight loss regime. It is just one more tool in the weight management toolbox.
