Medical Weight Loss
Mission Viejo, CA
Mission Viejo, CA
There’s a difference between eating better and being told to “watch what you eat.” Or moving your body and being scolded to “just work out more.” If you’ve tried everything—from calorie counting to carb cutting—and your body still isn’t responding, there’s probably more going on under the surface. That’s where medical weight loss comes in.
At soul&beautyMEDx in Mission Viejo, we don’t offer cookie-cutter diet plans or one-size-fits-all prescriptions. We take your full health picture into account—labs, hormones, stress load, sleep, and everything in between. This page walks you through what medical weight loss actually is, how it works, and why patients across Orange County are choosing a more supported, individualized path forward.
Medical weight loss is a clinically supervised program that combines diagnostic testing with ongoing support to help you lose weight safely and effectively. But this isn’t about crash diets or chasing a number on the scale. It’s about identifying what’s actually preventing your body from reaching and maintaining a healthy weight.
Your care begins with a full evaluation, including hormone and blood panels. We look at insulin resistance, thyroid function, inflammation markers, and more. From there, we build a treatment plan tailored to your body’s needs and your personal goals. Options may include nutritional counseling, supplement recommendations, lifestyle coaching, and, if appropriate, prescription-based weight loss support.
Because we offer monthly check-ins and virtual consultations, your plan stays flexible. We adapt based on how your body is responding. And throughout the process, you’re guided by Dr. Rank and the team with honesty, transparency, and zero judgment.
Fatigue isn’t just frustrating—it’s a sign your body isn’t running efficiently. As your weight stabilizes, many patients experience a noticeable increase in mental clarity, energy, and stamina.
Weight gain isn’t always about food. For many women and men, hormones play a major role. Our testing helps identify imbalances that could be affecting your metabolism, sleep, mood, and cravings.
Yo-yo dieting can wreak havoc on your body. Our approach emphasizes metabolic repair and long-term strategies that create lasting change, not temporary fixes.
No generic diet sheets here. Every plan is based on your biology, preferences, and pace. We adapt your treatment as needed, so you’re never locked into something that isn’t working.
If you’re not ready (or don’t need) surgery, medical weight loss provides a lower-risk, lower-commitment option. No downtime. No incisions. Just targeted care grounded in science.
You may be a strong candidate for medical weight loss if you’ve tried traditional methods without success, or if your weight is contributing to other health concerns like insulin resistance, fatigue, or chronic inflammation. Patients of all ages and body types can benefit—what matters most is your health status and readiness to engage in a monitored program.
We’ll review your labs, medication history, and any underlying conditions before recommending a plan. If we uncover hormonal imbalances or gut issues contributing to weight fluctuations, we’ll address those too.
Not every patient is suited for prescription support, and we don’t push medication unless there’s a clear, clinically justified reason. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have certain untreated conditions, alternative strategies may be recommended first.
We begin with a detailed conversation that includes your health history, lifestyle, frustrations, and goals. Then we gather lab work to understand what’s happening behind the scenes: thyroid hormones, fasting glucose, insulin sensitivity, cortisol levels, and more.
Once we have the data, we’ll walk you through your personalized treatment map. You’ll know exactly what to expect, what’s included, and how we’ll monitor progress together. For some patients, we may also recommend optional food sensitivity testing or expanded hormonal analysis to rule out hidden blocks.
This visit sets the foundation for everything that follows, and we take the time to get it right.
Depending on your treatment plan, your protocol may involve prescription medications, targeted supplements, food-based strategies, or a combination. Some patients start with lab-based diagnostics and foundational changes before layering in additional tools.
We typically meet monthly—virtually or in person—to review your progress, adjust your protocol, and address any roadblocks. There’s no rigid schedule; we tailor your experience to your life and goals. Dr. Rank oversees every case, ensuring the plan stays safe, effective, and aligned with your biology.
There’s no general anesthesia, no numbing, no downtime. Just a structured approach, built around your body’s feedback and guided by medical insight.
Expect gradual, sustainable changes—improvements in how your clothes fit, your energy levels, and how your body handles stress, sleep, and food. You won’t need to overhaul your entire life overnight, and you won’t be left guessing what comes next.
We’ll guide you through maintenance once you hit your goal or reach a stable point. That may involve tapering off medications, optimizing your nutrition, or shifting your focus to muscle tone or gut health.
The real win isn’t just a lower number on the scale—it’s regaining ownership of how you feel in your body.
Medical weight loss at soul&beautyMEDx is customized to you, so pricing varies based on lab needs, medication protocols, and follow-up structure. That said, we believe in transparency.
Most patients spend between $1,500 and $1,800 annually on prescription medications. Lab work and consultations are billed separately, and your provider will review all costs in detail during your initial visit. We do not currently offer a membership model, but we may explore options for bundled pricing in the future.
If you’ve been spinning your wheels with weight loss—despite your best efforts—it may be time for a different kind of support. Medical weight loss at soul&beautyMEDx in Mission Viejo gives you a science-backed, physician-guided option that puts your full health story at the center.
Call (949) 919-5683 or request your consultation online to take the next step.
Some patients begin to notice shifts in appetite, energy, or sleep within a few weeks. Measurable weight loss typically occurs over one to three months, depending on your starting point and plan.
We monitor every patient closely, especially those using prescription support. Common side effects may include appetite changes, nausea, or fatigue, but we tailor dosing to minimize issues and support your system.
With ongoing support and lifestyle alignment, results can be long-lasting. We emphasize maintenance strategies so you can sustain your progress without constant intervention.
That depends on your body’s needs. Some patients use it as a jumpstart, others stay on for a year or more. We evaluate your progress regularly and taper off as appropriate.
Weight regain is possible, especially if underlying issues aren’t addressed. That’s why we build holistic plans that go beyond medication, focusing on hormonal balance, nutrition, and lifestyle support.
Your consultation includes a full evaluation with labs and history. We’ll let you know if medical weight loss is appropriate or if a different approach makes more sense.
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