If you’ve been struggling with weight management despite your best efforts, know that there is real hope. Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) represents a breakthrough in medical weight loss, offering meaningful results for people who haven’t found success with diet and exercise alone. This FDA-approved medication works with your body’s natural systems to reduce hunger, improve blood sugar control, and support sustainable weight loss. Prima Medicine is proud to offer this cutting-edge treatment across all our Northern Virginia locations, including Fairfax, South Riding, Merrifield, and Fair Oaks.
Our specialized weight management team includes Shannon Ross, FNP-BC, who concentrates on obesity medicine and medical weight loss; Dr. Sylvia Luther, MD, a board-certified family physician and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine; and Nicole Iori, RD, a registered dietitian who provides personalized nutrition counseling. Together, they provide the expert guidance and compassionate support you need throughout your weight loss journey.
What Is Tirzepatide?
Tirzepatide (brand name Mounjaro) is an innovative medication that works by mimicking natural hormones in your body that regulate appetite and blood sugar. Originally approved for type 2 diabetes, it’s gained recognition for its remarkable weight loss benefits. The medication is administered as a once-weekly injection, making it convenient to fit into your life.
How Tirzepatide Supports Your Weight Loss Journey
Tirzepatide helps you lose weight through several powerful mechanisms:
- Appetite Control: By working with your body’s natural hunger signals, tirzepatide helps reduce cravings and makes it easier to stick to healthier portions
- Improved Blood Sugar Balance: Enhanced insulin sensitivity helps your body manage sugar more effectively and reduce fat storage
- Increased Satiety: You’ll feel fuller for longer, naturally reducing the urge to snack between meals
What to Expect with Treatment
When you begin tirzepatide at Prima Medicine, you’ll receive close medical supervision from our obesity medicine specialists. We start with a thorough evaluation to ensure the medication is right for you, then carefully monitor your progress with regular check-ins. Most patients see gradual, steady weight loss over several months, with clinical studies showing significant results when combined with healthy lifestyle changes.
We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive plan that includes nutrition guidance from our registered dietitian and support in building sustainable habits.
- Tirzepatide is a dual-action medication that activates both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, offering a two-pronged approach to appetite control and blood sugar regulation
- Semaglutide works primarily through GLP-1 receptor activation, which also effectively reduces appetite and improves blood sugar control
Why Choose Prima Medicine?
Your weight loss journey deserves expert, compassionate care—and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Prima Medicine:
- Shannon Ross, FNP-BC: With specialized training in obesity medicine and medical weight loss, Shannon provides expert medication management and ongoing support throughout your journey
- Dr. Sylvia Luther, MD: As a board-certified family physician and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, Dr. Luther brings advanced expertise in treating obesity as the complex medical condition it is
- Nicole Iori, RD: Our registered dietitian works alongside your medical team to provide personalized nutrition counseling, helping you build healthy eating patterns that support your goals
We’re part of Privia Medical Group, a physician-led network committed to coordinated, evidence-based care. Our team takes time with you because we understand that successful weight management requires addressing your whole health picture, not just prescribing medication.
Time to Make a Lasting Change
Ready to explore how tirzepatide could help you achieve your health goals? Prima Medicine is here to support you. Our team serves patients throughout Fairfax, South Riding, Merrifield, and Fair Oaks with convenient appointment times, including same-day and weekend availability.
Contact Prima Medicine today at (703) 870-3750 to schedule your weight management consultation. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan that works for your life.
