Momentum services provided through VM Med, LLC
A prescription is not a plan
Momentum is physician-supervised GLP-1 management from a fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon — not a telehealth subscription, not a med spa. Expert metabolic care from the physician who will also be there if you need surgery.
Why Most GLP-1 Programs Don't Work
More than half of patients who start a GLP-1 medication stop within the first year. By two years, nearly three in four have quit — not because the medication stopped working, but because the program around it failed them.
They start strong, they hit a wall. Side effects come up, weight loss stalls, and there's no one to call who actually knows what to do next. The medication that you're getting online from someone who isn't reviewing your whole health picture is not going to work for you long-term. And when people stop the weight comes back—often with more than they lost to begin with.
They feel like they failed. They didn't. The program failed them.
That's why we built Momentum.
Watch Dr. Brown explain why she created Momentum
What Makes Momentum Different
A Bariatric Surgeon, Not a Prescriber
Dr. Brown is a fellowship-trained bariatric surgeon who has spent her career treating obesity at every level. She brings the same metabolic expertise she applies in the operating room to every Momentum patient. This is not a side service. It is comprehensive obesity medicine from a physician who understands what is actually happening in your body.
One Hour at the Start — With the Actual Physician
Your initial consultation is a one-hour in-person evaluation with Dr. Brown. She reviews your entire medical history, all your medications, and your labs — to find out if there are other factors making weight loss harder. Not a video call and a questionnaire. A real clinical assessment before anything is prescribed.
Body Composition, Not Just the Scale
We do a body scan at your initial consultation to establish your body fat percentage and skeletal muscle baseline. We track both throughout the program. BMI is not a useful long-term tool — we all know that. What matters is what kind of weight you are losing. We monitor it and adjust your plan if the composition is moving in the wrong direction.
Side Effect Management That Actually Works
Nausea, fatigue, GI issues — these are the reasons most people quit. We know how to manage them before they derail your progress. Dosing adjustments, timing changes, dietary modifications. We do not give you a generic protocol and wish you luck.
Monthly Follow-Up With the Same Physician
Every monthly telehealth appointment is with Dr. Brown — not a different provider, not a nurse following a protocol. She knows your history, she knows your labs, and she knows what has and has not worked for you. When something needs to change, she changes it.
If Medication Isn't Enough, You're Already in the Right Place
This is what is truly unique about Momentum. If you do not reach your goals on medication, or if surgery becomes the more appropriate next step, you are already established with a bariatric surgeon. You are not seeking new care. You are not starting over. You simply move to the next step — and that step might be surgery, or it might not. Either way, we are here.
Program Pricing
Initial Consultation
Varies/based on copays and coverage
Labs not included — ordered separately and reviewed before treatment begins. Labs may be covered by your insurance.
- 1-hour in-person evaluation with Dr. Brown
- Body composition scan
- Full medical history and medication review
- Personalized treatment plan
- GLP-1 prescription if clinically appropriate
- Insurance navigation and coverage assistance
- Unlimited secure messaging during business hours
- 24/7 emergency physician access
Monthly Membership
$150/month
Cancel anytime. No long-term contracts. Medications billed separately through your pharmacy.
- Monthly telehealth appointment with Dr. Brown
- Ongoing body composition tracking
- GLP-1 prescription management
- Side effect oversight and dosing adjustments
- Unlimited secure messaging during business hours
- 24/7 emergency physician access
Medication Pricing
Medication costs are separate from program fees. Pricing varies by pharmacy, insurance coverage, and availability. The following ranges are estimates and subject to change. We help you navigate coverage and find the most affordable option for your situation.
| Medication | Type | Self-Pay Range | Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy (Semaglutide) | Oral | $149–$299/mo | Often covered — varies by plan |
| Wegovy (Semaglutide) | Injectable | $199–$349/mo | Often covered — varies by plan |
| Zepbound (Tirzepatide) | Injectable | $300–$450/mo | Often covered — varies by plan |
All Momentum services are provided through VM Med, LLC. Prices listed are estimates only and may change at any time. Medications may require prior authorization. We will help you understand your options during your initial consultation.
Is Momentum Right For You?
Momentum is a good fit if:
- You want a physician managing your care, not just a prescription
- You want to know what kind of weight you're losing, not just how much
- You've tried GLP-1 through another program and it didn't stick
- You want a path to surgery if medication isn't enough — without starting over
- You're ready to integrate lifestyle changes alongside medication
Momentum may not be the right fit if:
- You're looking for the lowest-cost medication access with minimal oversight
- You're not willing to commit to monthly physician follow-up
- You expect medication alone to do all the work
- You prefer fully remote care with no in-person visits
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to start? Your first step is a consultation with Dr. Brown — one hour, in person, reviewing your full history before anything is prescribed.
All services provided through VM Med, LLC.
