Your Weight Loss, Our Medical Expertise
Lose weight safely with physician-supervised treatments tailored to your needs.
Why Choose Upstate MD Weight Loss?
Our physician-led weight loss program combines medical expertise with personalized care for safe, effective, and sustainable results.
Physician-Led Care
Our experienced doctors design personalized weight loss plans tailored to your specific health needs and goals.
Science-Driven Approach
We use evidence-based GLP-1 medications, nutrition, and exercise strategies for optimal fat loss and muscle retention.
Comprehensive Support
From initial screening to ongoing monitoring and maintenance, we provide support every step of your weight loss journey.
Our Program
GLP-1 Medications: A Powerful Tool, Not an Isolated Fix
We use GLP-1 medications like Tirzepatide & Semaglutide in conjunction with proper exercise and dietary guidelines to achieve healthy and lasting results.
Tailored Treatment Plans
We believe in personalized care and dosing strategies, with individualized titration, ongoing monitoring, and dose adjustments for the best results.
Latest from Our Blog
Educational content to help you understand weight loss science and strategies.
Calories In vs. Calories Out: What You Need to Know
At Upstate MD Weight Loss, we believe in science-backed, sustainable weight loss. And one of the most important concepts to understand is the balance
How Body Composition Affects Weight Loss
On average, a 5-pound increase in muscle mass can raise your basal metabolic rate (BMR) by about 30 to 50 extra calories per day.
Lose Fat, Keep Muscle: The Smart Way to Lose Weight
When you're losing weight, your body can lose both fat and muscle. Losing muscle slows down your metabolism and makes it harder to keep weight off.
Medical Exclusions
For your safety, the following conditions disqualify candidates from our weight loss program.
You're not a candidate if you:
History of Pancreatitis
GLP-1 medications may increase risk in patients with pancreatitis history.
Gastric bypass or gastric sleeve within two years
Recent bariatric procedures require special considerations.
History of gastroparesis
GLP-1 medications can worsen delayed gastric emptying.
Thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
These conditions require specialized medical supervision.
If you have any medical concerns or questions about eligibility, please discuss with your healthcare provider.
Group Educational Sessions
If you have a group of 10 or more and want to learn about us and the medications WE WILL COME TO YOU!! For groups of ten or more we will come to you for an educational session and a Q and A. Great for groups of friends and family looking to start their health journeys, gyms, health stores, friends looking forward to certain events like reunions and weddings.