FAQ’s

Q. What kind of weight loss results can I expect?

A. Weight loss varies based on a variety of factors; however patients should expect to lose between 2-4 pounds per week, or about 2% of their body weight each week.

Q. What medication is prescribed on the Figure Weight Loss Program?

A. Our physicians will prescribe an appetite suppressant that will both increase your energy and reduce your hunger. Our medications are both FDA approved and safe. All medications are prescribed under careful physician supervision.

Q. How many meals are recommended a day?

A. Our program recommends having between 6-7 small meals a day. Smaller portions of healthy food throughout the day will both help with your weight loss goals.

Q. How much does the program cost?

A. The average patient pays from $89-$99 per month for the complete program. This includes both the office visit and prescription medication. Figure Weight Loss offers incentives for losing weight and for referring a friend. See the incentive information for more details.

Q. Do you offer a military discount?

A. Yes, we offer a $10 additional discount for all active and retired military personnel.

Q. Do you accept FSA / HSA cards or health insurance?

A. We do accept both Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) debit cards. We however do not accept health insurance for our program. In many instances the patients do not see much of a difference between what the cost of our program and what the co-pays would have been for both the office visit and medication we prescribe if insurance was accepted.

Q. Is there a long term commitment with your program?

A. No, our program does not set a minimum on the number of visits. Patients can stop our program at any time.

Q. How long will I be on the program?

A. It depends on your individual factors and weight loss goals, but most patients participate in the program for 3-5 months.

Q. What medical experience do your doctors have?

• All physicians are all board certified and specialize in weight loss.
• Prior experience includes family practice, emergency medicine in both public and private entities.
• The combined experience is over 50 years.
• Dr. Weckenbrock (our Medical Director) is a Diplomat of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
• Our doctors are individually dedicated to helping you achieve your weight loss goal.
• The doctor’s individual credentials can be found here: Our physicians

Q. What are your hours of operation?

A. Convenient office hours listed below:

Mon: 8:30am-4:30pm
Tues: 8:30am-7:00pm
Wed: Office open for phone calls only
Thu: 8:30am-7:00pm
Fri: 8:30am-4:00pm
Sat: 8:30am-1:00pm
Sun: Closed

Q. What does BMI mean?

A. BMI (Body Mass Index) is a standardized mathematical equation that relates your weight to your height. BMI provides a reliable indicator of body fat percentage and is used in conjunction with federal guidelines to determine if you qualify for our program.