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Why Choose Forward Weight and Wellness?

At Forward Weight and Wellness, we:

  • Provide personalized treatment plans tailored to your life
  • Offer whole-person care — nutrition, sleep, stress, and medication when appropriate
  • Bring years of specialized experience in obesity medicine
  • Deliver stigma free care in a supportive environment

 

After You Book

  • You will receive a confirmation email with your appointment details.
  • The email will explain how to connect to your virtual visit and what to prepare.
  • You will also receive instructions about forms, labs, or next steps if needed.
     


Before Your Appointment

  • Have your insurance card and photo ID ready.
  • Bring a list of your current medications and supplements.
  • Write down any questions or goals you’d like to discuss.
  • If you are interested in a specific weight loss medication, call your insurance provider to check coverage before your visit.


 

During Your Appointment

  • Virtual visit only (telehealth).
  • Your provider will:
    • Review your medical history and current health concerns
    • Discuss your lifestyle, challenges, and goals
    • Develop or update a personalized treatment plan
    • Provide counseling on nutrition, physical activity, sleep, and stress
    • If needed, your provider may order labs or prescriptions (coverage is determined by your insurance).
    • Appointments typically last 30–45 minutes for new patients and 20–30 minutes for follow-ups.

Insurance & Payment

We accept the following health plans:

  • Anthem Blue Cross (except University Hospitals plans)
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Caresource
  • Cigna
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • ?United Healthcare

Important to know:

  • Copays are required at the time of service.
  • The cost of visits depends on your plan. Please contact your insurance provider to confirm benefits and out-of-pocket costs.
  • Private pay options are available if you are not using insurance.

 
 
Office Hours
  • 10 am to 4 pm, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
  • If you require a day and time that is not available, send your request to [email protected].
This visit includes a comprehensive consultation, discussion of weight management goals, and a review of medication options. This visit typically lasts about 30-45 minutes.
This visit includes prescription refills, review of lab results, assessing your progress, making adjustments to your treatment plan, and providing ongoing support. This visit typically lasts about 30 minutes. Follow-up is recommended every month for the first 3 months then ongoing for optimal results. 
This visit allows you to communicate with our healthcare professionals and receive personalized care without the need for a live appointment. Not available for initial appointments or prescription refills of controlled medications (Phentermine, Lomaira, or Qsymia). 
This visit focuses on assessing and enhancing your dietary habits to support your weight management goals, without medications. 
This visit focuses on assessing and enhancing your dietary habits to support your weight management goals, without medications.