Saginaw, MI Online Weight Loss Doctor
Saginaw, MI Online Weight Loss Doctor
Looking for a weight loss doctor in Saginaw, Michigan? Saginaw is the Saginaw County seat. TeleSlim Clinic brings board-certified obesity medicine care to adults in Saginaw 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 Saginaw 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
Care that fits around your life in Saginaw
Larger Michigan cities have clinics, but appointments with a physician who focuses on obesity medicine can still be hard to find or slow to schedule. Video visits give Saginaw adults another way to start, with no commute and no waiting room.
How care works for patients in Saginaw
- 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 Saginaw 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 Durand, Owosso, Bay City and Essexville, along with the rest of the Flint, Saginaw and Bay City area. See our Detroit online weight loss doctor page for the full list of Michigan communities we serve.
FAQs about weight loss care in Saginaw
Do I need to travel to a clinic from Saginaw?
No. Every TeleSlim Clinic visit is by secure video, so you can attend from home in Saginaw or anywhere in Michigan. TeleSlim Clinic does not see patients in person.
Is compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide available?
No. TeleSlim Clinic does not offer compounded GLP-1 medications. We prescribe FDA-approved medicines only, sent to your pharmacy.
Can I use my phone for a visit?
Yes. You can join by video from a smartphone, tablet or computer with a camera and an internet connection.
Which pharmacy can I use in Saginaw?
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 Saginaw stock your medicine.
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 Saginaw.
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 Saginaw. Individual results vary.
