PrimeCell Regenerative · Orlando, Florida
Physician-Led Medical Weight Loss
A personalized program that combines medical evaluation, appropriate prescription options, nutrition guidance, movement planning, and ongoing follow-up to support meaningful, sustainable progress. Medication is prescribed only after an individualized medical evaluation and when clinically appropriate.
Weight Management Is More Than a Number on the Scale
Weight is influenced by appetite signaling, metabolic health, sleep, stress, medications, hormones, movement, nutrition, genetics, and life circumstances.
We begin with a medical consultation rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription. We review your health history, current medications, prior weight-loss efforts, goals, and potential risk factors before discussing the options that may fit your needs.
How GLP-1-Based Medications May Support Weight Loss
GLP-1 is a hormone involved in appetite and blood-sugar regulation. Some medications mimic GLP-1 signaling; tirzepatide acts on both GIP and GLP-1 pathways. Effects vary by medication and by person.
- Brain — may reduce hunger, quiet persistent food thoughts, and help you feel satisfied with less food
- Stomach — can slow gastric emptying, extending fullness after meals
- Pancreas — supports glucose-dependent insulin signaling and may reduce inappropriate glucagon release
- Daily habits — reduced appetite can create an opportunity to build sustainable nutrition, movement, and strength habits
These medications do not replace nutritious eating, physical activity, sleep, or ongoing medical care.
Your Program — Built Around Your Health, Goals, and Response
- Medical consultation — review of history, medications, contraindications, and weight-related health concerns
- Individualized medication plan — type and dose selected and adjusted for clinical appropriateness, tolerability, and response
- Nutrition guidance — protein, hydration, fiber, meal structure, and managing reduced appetite or GI symptoms
- Movement and strength planning — support for cardiovascular health, function, and lean-muscle preservation
- Follow-up and monitoring — progress reviews, side-effect management, dose decisions, and long-term planning
Potential Prescription Options
Semaglutide-Based Therapy (GLP-1)
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. FDA-approved products have different indications and brand names depending on whether they are used for chronic weight management or type 2 diabetes. Typically administered once weekly when prescribed as an injection, with the dose increased gradually to improve tolerability.
Tirzepatide-Based Therapy (GIP + GLP-1)
Tirzepatide acts on both GIP and GLP-1 receptors, with distinct FDA-approved indications for chronic weight management and type 2 diabetes. Typically administered once weekly and titrated according to tolerance and response.
PrimeCell will discuss whether an FDA-approved medication, another treatment approach, or no medication is the most appropriate option. Product sourcing, regulatory status, dosing, potential benefits, risks, and alternatives are reviewed before treatment.
Your Weight-Loss Journey at PrimeCell
A More Personal Path Toward Better Health
1 · Comprehensive Evaluation
Discuss your health history, weight trajectory, symptoms, goals, medications, and prior approaches. Laboratory testing may be recommended when clinically indicated.
2 · Personalized Plan
Review medication and non-medication options, expected responsibilities, risks, alternatives, nutrition priorities, and an initial movement strategy.
3 · Careful Titration
When medication is prescribed, dosing is adjusted gradually according to the treatment plan, tolerance, safety, and response.
4 · Ongoing Support
Follow-up visits focus on progress, side effects, strength and nutrition, barriers, and the strategy for long-term maintenance.
Is Medical Weight Management Right for You?
A consultation may be appropriate for adults with obesity or overweight plus weight-related health concerns who have not achieved or maintained adequate improvement with lifestyle measures alone. Eligibility is individualized—BMI is one consideration, but not the only factor.
Important Screening & Safety Considerations
GLP-1-based treatment may not be appropriate during pregnancy or while trying to become pregnant. Additional caution or avoidance may be needed with certain personal or family histories, including medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN 2, and with selected gastrointestinal, pancreatic, gallbladder, kidney, or eating-disorder concerns. Provide a complete medication, supplement, and medical history so risks and interactions can be reviewed carefully.
Potential Side Effects
Commonly reported effects include nausea, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, reflux, reduced appetite, fatigue, headache, or injection-site symptoms. Very low intake, dehydration, inadequate protein, and loss of lean tissue deserve proactive nutrition and resistance-training strategies. Seek prompt medical advice for severe or persistent abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, inability to maintain hydration, allergic-reaction symptoms, or rapidly worsening symptoms.
Physician-Led Care — Dr. Kenny Chantasi
Dr. Chantasi is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. His approach considers function, mobility, pain, medical history, and sustainable lifestyle change alongside weight-management treatment, so you feel informed, supported, and confident about each decision.
This page is for general educational purposes and does not establish a physician-patient relationship or replace individualized medical advice. Prescription weight-management medication is not appropriate for everyone. FDA-approved products have specific indications and labeling; compounded medications are not FDA approved. Medication selection, dosing, product source, regulatory status, benefits, risks, alternatives, monitoring, and financial responsibility must be reviewed during a medical consultation. No guarantee is made regarding individual outcomes.
A More Personal Path Toward Better Health
Schedule a consultation to review your goals, medical history, prior efforts, medication eligibility, and the program options available through PrimeCell.