Our GLP-1 Patients Lost an Average of 22 lbs in Five Months
Most Weight Lost - 49 lbs
Get Started for Only $75 per Week
Call 267-630-1714 to speak with a specialist
Losing weight is hard. Our doctors can help.
Losing weight can be difficult and frustrating. Excess weight affects your participation in the quality of lifestyle and health you deserve. With the help of GLP-1 medication you can achieve your goals and unlock your potential life in so many ways.
With the support of our care team and guidance from our doctors, patients can reach their weight loss goals and maintain them long-term.
Three Simple Steps for Losing Weight
Book an appointment with our physician and fill out a brief online form to help docotor get to know you, your medical background and weight loss goals.
At the appointment your doctor will partner with you to recommend and prescribe the most effective treatments and lifestyle changes tailored to your goals, providing personalized guidance to ensure you use the medications safely and successfully for weight loss and overall health.
Next, your medications will be shipped directly to your home. You will also receive guidance on meal planning while taking the GLP-1. Your physician and care team will offer continuous supervision and support throughout your treatment.
226 W Rittenhouse Square Suite 101
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (267) 630-1714
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Go over the Ben Franklin Bridge, Continue straight onto Vine St, Turn left onto North 17th St, Turn right onto John F Kennedy Blvd, Turn left at the 2nd cross street onto N 19th St, Use any lane to turn right onto Walnut St, Turn left onto W Rittenhouse Square, our office will be on the right at the base of the Dorchester condominiums.
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The Sanctuary Wellness Institute is proud to be working with medical wellness physicians who are experts in their field. Combining their expertise with a compassionate, informative and helpful approach to patient care allows us to provide an exceptional teleWellness patient experience.
Among our expert physician staff we have medical marijuana specialists, medical weight loss experts, a book author, and an international speakers.
It was a great and fast appointment and Dr. Granados ensured to answer all my questions and concerns.
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I have had a great experience with Dr. Granados and would highly recommend! I especially love the convenience of teledoc for follow-up appointments.
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Place is wonderful! Jenni at the front desk is absolutely awesome! Very informative and well educated… Dr. Granados has helped me greatly! She’s the lady to see!!!️
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Weekly Injections Dosage Plan
Your weight loss doctor will make a dosage plan based on your medical history and overall health after your teleWellness consultation. Typically, patients are started on a lower dosage and as your doctor receives feedback on your progress they may increase your dosage.
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 agonist. These medications mimic the appetite-suppressing and digestion-delaying effects of the GLP-1 hormone.
Semaglutide, the main ingredient in both Wegovy* and Ozempic*, is FDA-approved and has undergone extensive safety and efficacy testing. Semaglutide also has a better track record than other weight-loss drugs
Compounded semaglutide is semaglutide that has been prescribed to a specific patient and manufactured at a compounding facility authorized by the FDA or a state pharmacy board. Compounding pharmacies must use ingredients provided by FDA-approved suppliers. Additionally, these compounded drugs are always tested for potency, sterility, and purity.
Although compounded medications are legal to manufacture, FDA pre-market approval is not required because they are not produced in large quantities for the general population. Instead, they are created in response to specific requests made by healthcare providers. As a result, these prescriptions may involve different dosages and delivery methods than name-brand medications.
Semaglutide is designed to be self-injected subcutaneously once per week. Users consume fewer calories because the medication to slow gastric emptying and digestion.
Furthermore, semaglutide affects the part of the brain responsible for cravings and hunger, empowering users to exercise better control over the size and frequency of their meals.
| Month | Semaglutide Benefits |
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| ONE | During the adjustment period, you may experience side effects like nausea while noticing a reduced appetite and modest weight loss (around 2-4 pounds). |
| TWO | Weight loss becomes more noticeable (1-2 pounds per week), side effects diminish, and portion control improves as appetite suppression continues. |
| THREE | Steady weight loss (cumulative 8-12 pounds), improved energy levels, and enhanced metabolic benefits like better blood sugar regulation become apparent. |
| FOUR | Weight loss may slow or plateau, but healthier eating habits and increased physical activity are more ingrained by this stage. |
| FIVE | Weight loss continues (potentially 15-20 pounds or more), along with noticeable health improvements like better blood pressure and cholesterol, and fewer food cravings. |
| SIX | By this time, sustained weight loss (10-20% of starting weight) is achieved, with long-term lifestyle changes solidified and improved confidence due to progress. |
Medical weight loss is a comprehensive, doctor-guided approach to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. It entails a personalized program that can include changing one's diet, increasing physical activity, making behavioral changes, and, if necessary, taking prescription medications such as semaglutide.
Patients who receive this treatment not only lose weight, but also learn how to keep it off.
Participating in medical weight loss programs has helped many people achieve their weight loss objectives. These programs help people lose weight more effectively by employing a tried-and-true method that goes beyond diet and exercise.
Your online consultation will proceed similarly to a typical doctor's appointment. More precisely, the doctor will review your medical history, determine whether you are eligible for semaglutide, and, if necessary, assist you in setting realistic weight loss goals.
The cost of semaglutide injections can vary depending on several factors, including your location, the dosage, and whether your insurance covers the drug. In general, if you do not have insurance, you should budget about $800 to $1,000 per month.
Certain Medicare programs and health insurance companies cover semaglutide injections, at least in part. Novo Nordisk also offers a patient assistance program for those facing financial difficulties.
Semaglutide injections are prescribed via telemedicine through the Sanctuary Wellness Institute's weight loss clinic in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia. We deliver this medication directly to our patients' homes so they can administer it themselves.
When you partner with the Sanctuary, you can complete the entire semaglutide prescription process online. Our patients can fill their semaglutide prescriptions, submit payments, and schedule and attend doctor's appointments from the comfort of their own homes.
Semaglutide generates weight loss at a different rate for each individual. However, studies show that weight loss typically begins within the first few weeks of taking the treatment.
The time it takes to lose 20 pounds on semaglutide varies greatly between patients due to factors such as metabolic rate, physical activity, and diet. However, research indicates that semaglutide users lose about five pounds per monthmeaning the average patient would need about four months to lose 20 pounds.
The length of your semaglutide treatment will be determined by your goals, how your body responds to the drug, and your doctor's recommendation. In general, semaglutide is used to help people lose weight over time. Patients often take the drug for several months, a year, or even longer.
Your doctor should ultimately determine the duration of your treatment based on how your body responds to semaglutide and how quickly you lose weight while taking it.
Semaglutide is not appropriate for everyone. People who have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2) should not take semaglutide. The drug is also not recommended for patients who have a history of severe gastrointestinal diseases like pancreatitis, as semaglutide can exacerbate such conditions.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before starting semaglutide treatment, as the medication can endanger the health of fetuses and infants. Additionally, people who are allergic to semaglutide or any of its components should avoid taking this medication.
Though semaglutide promotes weight loss, including the reduction of visceral fat around the abdomen, users must exercise regularly and follow a well-balanced diet to achieve the best possible results. Semaglutide is not a miracle drug that will melt away belly fat on its own, but it can help you lose such fat when combined with a healthy lifestyle.
Like all medications, semaglutide injections carry side effects. Common ones include constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and an upset stomach. These effects usually go away once your body adapts to the drug.
Nonetheless, you should consult your doctor before using semaglutide, and if you experience any serious or persistent side effects during your treatment, be sure to contact them.
Our mission is to provide easily accessible health and wellness services to help our patients live their best lives. Reach out to us to learn more about our services.