Frequently Asked Questions
The Weight Sense Method is a comprehensive weight loss program incorporating medical evaluation, personalized nutrition and exercise plans, behavior change support, and anti-obesity medications (if appropriate). It is designed to help individuals lose weight and improve their overall health and wellness. While working with Weight Sense Lake Nona you will be working directly with Dr. Nikita Shah as your personal obesity medicine physician and coach.
The benefit of working directly with Dr. Shah is knowing that the knowledge about obesity, chronic conditions, and coaching will apply directly to you as an individual. The entire visit will be focused on leading you to your future health goals in a thoughtful, respective and collaborative manner that makes sense to you!
Direct care or concierge specialty care is a practice model that promotes the Physician-Patient relationship by removing third-party care (like insurance companies) from the equation. This model is changing how medicine is delivered across the nation. When you become a patient at Weight Sense Lake Nona, you receive customized, accessible, and high-quality care from Dr. Shah, a renowned obesity medicine physician in Orlando, Fl. You will be able to spend more time developing a personal relationship with your doctor to feel seen and heard so that you can get the answers you need and access the tools you seek so you’re on the path to healthy living sooner rather than later.
Weight physiology, obesity care and weight loss are complex issues— despite what the world may have you believe about weight loss. When working to lower the body’s weight set point to a lower level, you deserve access to a level of excellence and dedication to help you reach your weight-related goals.
To protect the dedicated time and space necessary for comprehensive weight care, the practice does not contract with health insurance companies. This allows for initial visits to be 60 minutes and follow-up visits to be a full 30 minutes. You will not feel rushed when visiting your doctor and will feel well supported and heard while being cared for.
You will also have easy access to your doctor without the layers of complexity that is typical in many medical offices these days. You will receive prompt care and receive responses to text messages and emails promptly. You can also be scheduled to be seen sooner, rather than later.
Please note that HSA and FSA plans are accepted. You can also choose to submit your invoice to your health insurance plan for out-of-network benefits.
Your first visit with Dr. Shah will be 60 minutes in person. Your wait time will be minimal and we strive to start your visit on time. Dr. Shah loves her first visit with patients as it is the stepping stone towards achieving greater health. The goal of the visit will be to determine what is driving your weight gain, blocking your weight loss, and creating your personal plan to reach your BEST WEIGHT. You’ll receive a comprehensive review of your personal medical history and lifestyle, a detailed physical exam, and an InBody 570 Body Composition Analysis. During the visit, your weight loss plan will be created, including guidance on nutrition, physical activity, mindset, and lifestyle changes. You’ll also receive prescriptions for appropriate medications (if you seek medication support).
The Weight Sense Method was created by Dr. Nikita Shah, a medical doctor and physician expert in weight loss medicine. Dr. Shah is AOA board certified in Family Medicine and a diplomate to the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is also a certified weight loss coach through The Life Coach School.
The goal while working with Dr. Shah will be to help you reach your best weight. This is the weight where you feel good in your body and a weight where you can enjoy your life and lifestyle in a manner that feels right to you. Your best weight is not reaching a “normal BMI”. It s reaching a weight that makes sense to you— where your health, well-being and personal lifestyle are optimized. Where the risk of chronic disease are reduced and medical conditions are controlled. Your best weight is reached when you’re feeling vibrant in your body and are enjoying the lifestyle that you’re living.
No medical promises or guarantees are made regarding weight loss as obesity is a chronic, relapsing, multifactorial disease. Individual results may vary depending on factors such as initial weight, existing medical conditions, and adherence to prescribed treatments. We do expect though that 5-10% total body weight loss can be achieved in 6 months. We also expect you to experience many other non-scale health gains such as having more energy, feeling less achy, being able to move easier and an increase in your confidence.
The goal is to achieve a 5-10% body weight loss over six months for improved metabolic health. Non-scale victories such as better mobility, increased energy, better confidence and feeling vibrant are also important indicators of progress.
Our medical clinic is designed for residents of Florida. Individuals interested in participating in the program should be residents of Florida. You may be seen in person at our Orlando office and virtual visits are also offered.
No. Dr. Shah does not believe in fad diets or short-term fixes. The focus is on gradually incorporating more whole foods into your life in a way that works for you.
Not necessarily, at least not initially. The focus is on incorporating regular daily movement into your routine or strengthening specific areas of the body. Dr. Shah will work with you to determine the best time to incorporate exercise into your routine.
To get started with our office please call to schedule an appointment at 407-753-5036 or schedule a free consultation on our website.
No, you do not need a referral to be seen as a patient. Please call today to be scheduled to be seen.