Ferndale, MI Online Weight Loss Doctor
Ferndale, MI Online Weight Loss Doctor
Looking for a weight loss doctor in Ferndale, Michigan? Ferndale is a walkable Oakland County city just north of Detroit. TeleSlim Clinic brings board-certified obesity medicine care to adults in Ferndale by secure video, so you can be evaluated for FDA-approved weight loss medication without a trip to a clinic.
At a glance
- Where: video visits from home in Ferndale and anywhere in Michigan
- Your physician: Dr. Diala Alatassi, MD, board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, licensed in Michigan
- Visit cost: $99 initial consultation, then $99 per month for physician follow-up
- Medication: FDA-approved prescriptions sent to the pharmacy you choose; TeleSlim Clinic does not dispense medication
- Not offered: compounded GLP-1 medications
Why video visits fit life in Ferndale
Getting across metro Detroit for an appointment can mean traffic, parking and time away from work. With TeleSlim Clinic, your visits happen by secure video from home, so Ferndale patients can spend that time on their health instead of on the road.
How care works for patients in Ferndale
- Book a video visit. Complete a short health history, then meet Dr. Alatassi from home.
- Get a medical evaluation. She reviews your history, current medicines and goals to decide which options, if any, fit you.
- Prescription to your pharmacy. If a medication is appropriate, it is sent to a pharmacy near you in Ferndale or in a nearby community.
- Follow up monthly. Dose changes, side effect management, nutrition and activity guidance continue through monthly visits.
Medications your physician may discuss
Options can include Zepbound (tirzepatide), Wegovy (semaglutide), oral Wegovy (semaglutide pill) and Foundayo (orforglipron), along with other approved options when appropriate. See the full weight loss medications guide. Whether a medicine is right for you is decided by a physician after an evaluation.
What it costs
TeleSlim Clinic is cash-pay: $99 for the first consultation and $99 per month for follow-up, with lower monthly rates on 3-month, 6-month and annual plans. Medication is paid separately at the pharmacy and typically runs about $150 to $450 per month depending on the medicine and dose. Read the cost guide and the insurance guide.
Nearby communities we serve
TeleSlim Clinic also serves Berkley, Royal Oak, Pleasant Ridge and Hazel Park, along with the rest of the Southern Oakland County area. See our Detroit online weight loss doctor page for the full list of Michigan communities we serve.
FAQs about weight loss care in Ferndale
Do I need to travel to a clinic from Ferndale?
No. Every TeleSlim Clinic visit is by secure video, so you can attend from home in Ferndale or anywhere in Michigan. TeleSlim Clinic does not see patients in person.
Which pharmacy can I use in Ferndale?
Prescriptions are sent to the pharmacy you choose, such as a Meijer, Kroger, Walgreens, CVS, Walmart or Costco location near you. Availability varies by town, so check which stores near Ferndale stock your medicine.
How much does it cost to get started?
The initial consultation is $99, followed by $99 per month for physician follow-up, with lower monthly rates on longer plans. Medication is a separate cost paid at the pharmacy. See the cost guide.
Does TeleSlim Clinic accept insurance for visits in Ferndale?
TeleSlim Clinic is cash-pay and does not bill insurance. You can request a superbill and submit it to your insurer for possible reimbursement of the visit fee, which is not guaranteed. See our insurance guide for more.
Meet your physician
Dr. Diala Alatassi, MD, DABIM, DABOM, FACP is Chief Medical Officer of TeleSlim Clinic. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and is licensed to practice in Michigan. All TeleSlim Clinic visits are conducted by video with a board-certified physician.
Request your free consultation to see whether TeleSlim Clinic is a fit for you in Ferndale.
This page is general education, not medical advice. Whether a medication is appropriate is a decision made by a physician after an evaluation. TeleSlim Clinic provides care by video and has no office in Ferndale. Individual results vary.
