Medical weight management · Beverly Hills
Medical Weight Loss with a longer view.
Physician-led weight management that connects nutrition, movement, metabolic health and prescription options when appropriate—without shortcuts, shame or one-size-fits-all promises.
- Individualized evaluation
- Medication when appropriate
- Ongoing physician monitoring
Beyond willpower
Your weight is a health story—not a character judgment.
Weight management becomes more useful when the conversation moves beyond a number on the scale.
Body weight can be influenced by health conditions, medications, sleep, stress, appetite, environment, life transitions, movement, eating patterns and prior treatment experiences. A responsible plan begins by understanding that context.
Dr. Eric Ingulsrud provides medical weight management in Beverly Hills with an emphasis on careful evaluation, realistic strategy and ongoing follow-through. The goal is not a generic diet or guaranteed result—it is a medically grounded plan that supports meaningful, sustainable progress.
The starting point
A plan should begin with questions—not assumptions.
Evaluation is tailored to the individual. Not every patient needs every test, medication or intervention listed on a weight-loss website.
What has changed?
Review timing, weight trajectory, symptoms, health events and previous approaches.
What affects the plan?
Consider current conditions, medications, supplements, family history and pregnancy plans.
What should be measured?
Use vital signs and relevant laboratory testing when the result would inform a clinical decision.
What is realistic?
Build around schedule, access, preferences, movement ability, nutrition patterns and personal goals.
The treatment framework
Multiple tools. One coordinated strategy.
Program components vary by patient. Services, testing and prescriptions are recommended only when clinically appropriate and available.
Medical evaluation
A detailed review of health, weight history, current risks, medications, previous efforts and priorities.
Nutrition strategy
Practical guidance for nutrient quality, protein, satiety, eating patterns and consistency in real life.
Movement & strength
An activity framework shaped by current fitness, mobility, schedule, preferences and medical considerations.
Sleep & recovery
Discussion of sleep, stress and recovery patterns that may affect health, appetite and plan adherence.
Relevant monitoring
Vital signs, laboratory testing and clinical follow-up selected according to health needs and treatment.
Medication review
Assessment of current medicines, potential weight effects, interactions and appropriate treatment options.
Prescription options
Transparent discussion of possible benefits, limitations, side effects, contraindications, access and cost.
Maintenance planning
A longer-term strategy for follow-up, changing goals, medication transitions and sustainable habits.
Prescription treatment
Medication may support the plan. It is not the whole plan.
Prescription weight management medication, including GLP-1 or related therapy, may be considered for some adults after a medical evaluation. Medication does not replace nutrition, activity and behavior support, and it is not appropriate for every patient.
Candidacy
Consider health measures, weight-related conditions, previous approaches and the medication's approved use.
Safety
Review contraindications, possible adverse effects, interactions, family history and pregnancy considerations.
Monitoring
Follow response, tolerance, relevant health markers and whether the treatment continues to make clinical sense.
Long-term plan
Discuss likely duration, affordability, maintenance and what may happen if treatment changes or stops.
What to expect
A deliberate process from evaluation to maintenance.
Understand.
Review your health, weight history, previous approaches, current routines, concerns and goals.
Design.
Select appropriate nutrition, movement, monitoring and treatment options with clear expectations.
Monitor.
Assess response, tolerability, relevant measurements and practical barriers during follow-up.
Adapt.
Adjust the plan as health, medication access, goals, preferences and circumstances change.
Beyond the scale
Progress belongs in context.
Weight can be one useful measure, but it is not the only one. Depending on your health and goals, follow-up may also consider relevant clinical markers, physical function, medication tolerance, appetite patterns and whether the plan is sustainable.
Clinical markers
Blood pressure, glucose-related measures, lipids or other findings when relevant.
Strength & function
Movement capacity, strength work and how daily activities feel over time.
Response & tolerance
Appetite, adverse effects, adherence and whether treatment remains appropriate.
Sustainability
Whether the strategy fits your schedule, preferences, access and long-term priorities.
Respect at every size
Care without shame, assumptions or judgment.
Weight is personal. The practice provides an LGBTQ+ affirming environment where conversations about body, nutrition, movement and health are handled with privacy, respect and clinical purpose.
Your identity does not define your goals, and your body does not determine your worth. The focus stays on informed choices and the health outcomes that matter to you.
Common questions
Medical weight management, explained clearly.
These answers provide general information and do not determine whether a particular treatment is safe or appropriate for you.
Request an AppointmentWhat is medical weight management?
Medical weight management is a clinician-guided approach that considers health history, weight trajectory, medications, relevant risks, nutrition, movement, sleep and other individual factors. The resulting plan may combine behavioral strategies, monitoring and prescription treatment when clinically appropriate.
Who may be a candidate for prescription weight management medication?
Candidacy is determined individually. A clinician may consider measures such as BMI, weight-related health conditions, previous treatment efforts, current medications, contraindications, family history, pregnancy plans, potential benefits, side effects and cost. Medication is not appropriate for everyone.
Are GLP-1 medications part of the program?
FDA-approved GLP-1 or related medications may be discussed when clinically appropriate, but they are not guaranteed or suitable for every patient. A prescribing decision requires a medical evaluation, review of risks and alternatives, and a plan for monitoring and follow-up.
Are compounded GLP-1 medications FDA approved?
No. The FDA states that compounded drugs are not FDA approved and do not undergo the agency's premarket review for safety, effectiveness or quality. Patients should ask exactly what product is being prescribed, why it is appropriate and which licensed pharmacy will dispense it.
What happens at the first weight management visit?
The first visit may include a detailed health and weight history, medication and supplement review, discussion of prior approaches, vital signs, nutrition, movement, sleep, stress, goals and relevant laboratory testing when appropriate. Dr. Ingulsrud then discusses reasonable options and next steps.
How quickly will I lose weight?
There is no responsible way to guarantee a specific amount or timeline. Results vary with the treatment selected, starting health, adherence, medication tolerance and many other factors. The emphasis is on safe, sustainable progress and improvement in relevant health measures.
What happens if I stop a weight management medication?
Some people regain weight after stopping medication. Before starting treatment, discuss likely duration, ongoing lifestyle support, monitoring, cost and how the plan might change if medication is stopped or no longer tolerated. Never change or stop a prescribed medication without speaking with the prescribing clinician.
Is the program LGBTQ+ affirming?
Yes. The practice provides respectful, inclusive and judgment-free care. Weight and metabolic health are discussed without assumptions about identity, body, relationships or personal goals.
How do I request a weight management appointment?
Use the New Patients page to submit an appointment request or call the Beverly Hills office at (310) 657-6900. The team will confirm availability and explain the next steps.
Clinical references
Credible guidance for informed decisions.
- NIH/NIDDK: Prescription Weight Management Medications
- FDA: Concerns With Unapproved GLP-1 Drugs
- USPSTF: Adult Behavioral Weight-Loss Interventions
- CDC: Physical Activity, Weight and Health
Sources are provided for general education. Medication availability, indications, warnings and regulatory guidance can change. Treatment decisions should be based on an individualized evaluation and current prescribing information.
Begin with clarity
A weight management plan designed around your health.
Request an appointment and the team will contact you to confirm availability and explain the next steps. Please do not include sensitive medical information in the online request form.
This page is for general informational purposes and does not create a physician–patient relationship or replace individualized medical advice. No treatment or result is guaranteed. For a medical emergency, call 911.
Beverly Hills office
Eric Ingulsrud, MD9401 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 515
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
(310) 657‑6900
Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:30 PM View on Google Maps ↗