Telehealth vs In-Person Weight Loss Clinic in Phoenix, AZ | TeleSlim Clinic
Telehealth vs In-Person Weight Loss Clinic in Phoenix, AZ
Across the Phoenix metro area, getting to an office can mean a long drive in summer heat and freeway traffic. Telehealth removes the trip, but it is not right for every situation. Here is how the two compare.
Side by side
| Telehealth (video visit) | In-person clinic | |
|---|---|---|
| Getting there | None; visit from home or work | Travel across the Valley, parking, waiting room |
| Scheduling | Often easier to fit around work and family | Depends on office hours and location |
| Physical exam | Limited to what can be done by video; your physician will tell you if something needs in-person care | Hands-on exam and in-office testing |
| Labs and imaging | Ordered when needed and done at a local lab or imaging center | Sometimes available on site |
| Prescriptions | Sent to the pharmacy you choose | Sent to a pharmacy or dispensed, depending on the clinic |
| Cost at TeleSlim Clinic | $99 initial consultation, $99 per month for follow-up (cash-pay) | Varies by clinic |
When telehealth works well
- You want ongoing medical weight management and monthly check-ins.
- You live far from a clinic, or your schedule is tight.
- Your needs are mainly medication guidance, nutrition and exercise coaching, and follow-up.
When in-person care may be better
- You need a hands-on exam or procedures.
- You are considering bariatric surgery. A surgeon can evaluate you in person.
- You have urgent symptoms. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department; a telehealth visit is not emergency care.
TeleSlim Clinic coordinates with your primary care physician at your request, and we are not affiliated with local health systems.
What it costs
TeleSlim Clinic visits are self-pay: $99 for the initial consultation and $99 per month for physician follow-up. Medication is a separate pharmacy cost, and cash prices typically run about $150 to $450 per month depending on the medicine and dose, so confirm today’s price with your pharmacy. See the cost guide and the insurance guide. TeleSlim Clinic does not dispense medication and does not offer compounded GLP-1 medications.
FAQs
Is telehealth weight loss care legitimate?
Yes. TeleSlim Clinic visits are with Arizona-licensed, board-certified physicians. FDA-approved medicines only; we do not offer compounded GLP-1 medications.
What if I need labs?
Your physician will tell you what to arrange locally and will review the results with you.
Can I still use my own doctor?
Yes. We can coordinate with your primary care physician.
Meet your physician
Dr. Diala Alatassi, MD, DABIM, DABOM, FACP is Chief Medical Officer of TeleSlim Clinic. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine and is licensed to practice in Arizona. All TeleSlim Clinic visits are conducted by video with a board-certified physician.
Request your free consultation to see whether TeleSlim Clinic is a fit for you in Phoenix.
Learn more about our online weight loss doctor service in Phoenix and the weight loss medications we prescribe.
This page is general education, not medical advice. Whether a medication is appropriate is a decision made by a physician after an evaluation. Individual results vary.
