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Physician-led GLP-1 programs

Medical Weight Loss in Roseville, CA

Physician-led weight loss programs and personalized metabolic care. We combine medical expertise, lifestyle planning and evidence-based treatment, including GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide when they are medically appropriate for you.

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  • Physician supervised
  • Lab work and body composition
  • Quarterly check-ins
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A medical approach

What is medical weight loss?

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Medical weight loss at Lotus MD goes beyond a diet program. It is a physician-supervised approach to the hormones, metabolism, genetics and lifestyle factors that affect your body’s ability to reach and keep a healthy weight. Each program is customized from lifestyle medicine and clinical review, so it fits your individual needs.

Commercial diet programs offer one plan for everyone. Ours starts with diagnostic testing to understand your metabolic profile and find underlying imbalances, then builds a treatment plan that works with your body.

This reflects our core philosophy: lasting change comes from addressing root causes, not just symptoms. When your metabolic health improves, it can show in your energy, body composition, skin and overall vitality.

The program combines weight management medications when appropriate, nutrition, hormone optimization and lifestyle medicine, with the goal of results you can sustain.

Candidacy

Who is medical weight loss for?

Ideal candidates include adults struggling with stubborn weight despite diet and exercise, people with metabolic dysfunction or insulin resistance, and anyone who wants a medically supervised, long-term approach. You may be a good candidate if you:

  • Have tried multiple diet programs without lasting success
  • Have unexplained weight gain or trouble losing weight
  • Have noticed metabolic changes related to aging or hormones
  • Want to understand the underlying causes of your weight challenges
  • Prefer evidence-based treatment over quick fixes
  • Are ready to commit to lasting lifestyle changes
  • Value medical supervision and personalized care

Conditions we address

  • Metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance
  • Thyroid dysfunction affecting weight
  • Hormone imbalances such as menopause, PCOS and low testosterone
  • Emotional eating and your relationship with food
  • Medication-induced weight gain
  • Weight regain after previous dieting
  • Age-related metabolic slowdown

Prescription medications are only prescribed after a medical evaluation, and they are not right for everyone. Your history, current medications, exam and lab work decide what is safe for you.

Benefits

What the program works toward

Beyond the number on the scale, the program aims to improve your metabolic health as a whole. Results vary from person to person.

  • Sustainable weight loss

    Weight loss you can sustain over the long term, not a short-term fix.

  • Metabolic health

    Better metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.

  • Energy

    More energy and vitality through the day.

  • Sleep and mood

    Better sleep quality and more stable mood.

  • Health markers

    Lower inflammation and improved disease risk markers.

  • Body composition

    Fat loss that protects lean muscle mass.

The science-based difference

Three pathways, addressed together

  • Metabolic optimization

    • Thyroid function assessment and optimization
    • Improving insulin sensitivity
    • Appetite regulation
    • Cortisol and stress hormone management
  • Medications when appropriate

    • GLP-1 based medications, semaglutide and tirzepatide
    • Other prescription weight management medications
    • Hormone therapy when indicated
    • Supplements for specific nutritional deficiencies
  • Lifestyle integration

    • Personalized nutrition plans based on metabolic testing
    • Exercise plans tailored to your fitness level
    • Sleep strategies
    • Stress management techniques

Body composition analysis

Measuring more than weight

We track body composition with an InBody analyzer, which uses bioelectrical impedance (BIA) to measure muscle and fat in each area of the body. The reports show your body composition and body water and how you compare with others of the same height and gender, so your plan is built on more than a scale reading.

  • Segmental measurements for each part of the body
  • Muscle balance and fat distribution
  • Body composition and body water reports
  • Results in under a minute, reviewed at your visit

The program

What to expect

Sustainable weight loss is about more than the scale. It is about improving your metabolic health so you feel energetic and confident.

  1. Initial assessment, 90 minutes

    A detailed medical history and medication review, a physical exam and body composition analysis, lab work including metabolic markers and hormone panels (thyroid, insulin, cortisol, sex hormones), a nutritional deficiency assessment, and a conversation about past weight loss attempts.

  2. Treatment plan, 60 minutes

    After reviewing your results, your physician explains your metabolic profile and the factors behind your weight, presents treatment options including medication if appropriate, builds your nutrition and lifestyle plan, and sets realistic goals and a timeline.

  3. Maintenance, quarterly check-ins

    Ongoing monitoring and support, medication adjustments as needed, updates to your nutrition plan, and strategies for long-term success.

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Customized programs

What every program includes

  • Personalized: built on your hormones, metabolism, genetics and lifestyle
  • Holistic: lifestyle medicine for long-term health and weight management
  • Monitored: regular physician reviews to track your progress
  • Guided: support at every step

Advanced diagnostic testing

Based on your assessment, we may recommend:

  • Continuous glucose monitoring to assess insulin sensitivity
  • Resting metabolic rate testing
  • Micronutrient analysis
  • A sleep study referral if indicated

Results

Before and after

Results vary with individual factors, how closely you follow the plan and your starting metabolic health.

  • Before and after mirror selfies of a woman in a grey sports bra, with a slimmer waist in the after photo
    Before and after. Individual results vary.
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Founder and Medical Director

Dr. Inderpreet Sanghera

  • MD, licensed physician
  • Board certified, ABFM
  • Certified, CPSO
  • Certified aesthetic injector
  • XERF Master Certified 2026
  • Nearly two decades in medicine

Dr. Sanghera is a licensed medical doctor (MD), board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and certified by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. She is a certified aesthetic injector trained in Botox, Dysport and Xeomin, is XERF Master Certified (2026), and spent much of her career caring for veterans at the VA. She founded Lotus MD to bring evidence-based medicine and an artist’s eye to aesthetic care.

About Dr. Sanghera

Questions

Medical weight loss questions, answered

Still unsure? Book a consultation and ask us in person.

How is this different from commercial weight loss programs?

Our approach is medically supervised and looks at the physiological reasons you may struggle with weight. We use diagnostic testing, prescription medications when appropriate, and treat weight as a medical condition that needs individual care.

Will I need to take medications?

Not necessarily. Any medication recommendation depends on your assessment, medical history and goals. Many patients benefit from GLP-1 medications, but the program also includes many non-medication approaches.

What kind of results can I expect?

Results vary with individual factors, how closely you follow the plan and your starting metabolic health. Your physician sets realistic goals and a timeline with you once your test results are in.

Are the weight loss medications safe?

Weight loss medications are prescribed only after a medical evaluation and are monitored by a physician throughout your treatment. Like any prescription medication, they can have side effects, which we review with you before you start. We screen carefully, and if a medication is not right for you, we will not prescribe it.

What if I have underlying health conditions?

Medical supervision matters most if you have a condition such as diabetes, heart disease or a hormone disorder. Your physician will work with your other healthcare providers to keep your treatment safe and effective.

How much does the program cost?

Cost depends on your personalized plan, the diagnostic testing you need and any medication. We go over the cost of your plan at your consultation, before you commit to anything.

Will insurance cover the program?

Coverage depends on your plan. Some parts of care may be covered, particularly if you have obesity-related health conditions. We will help you understand your coverage and provide documentation for reimbursement when possible.

What happens if I plateau?

Plateaus are normal and expected. Your physician will adjust your treatment plan, change medications if needed, and use other strategies to help you keep progressing toward your goals.

How do you address emotional eating?

We recognize the psychological side of weight management and can provide counseling resources, stress management techniques and, when appropriate, referrals to specialized therapy.

Your next step

Ready to improve your health from within?

Your consultation includes a medical and metabolic assessment, a review of past weight loss attempts, a discussion of treatment options including medications, preliminary recommendations, a program overview with cost, and a clear timeline.

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