Starting a medical weight loss program is a transformative experience. Whether you’ve booked your initial appointment in-person in Southport, knowing what to expect will help you feel confident and ready to begin this life-changing journey. This first consultation plays a critical role in laying the groundwork for your tailored treatment plan.
What Happens During Your First Appointment
When you arrive for your initial consultation at our Southport clinic, you’ll be welcomed by a team of experts including a doctor and dietitian who specialise in medically supervised weight loss. During this appointment, you’ll undergo a comprehensive weight loss assessment that includes reviewing your medical history, lifestyle, current medications, and any previous weight loss attempts.
This allows our team to design a tailored medical weight loss treatment plan just for you—one that is evidence-based and safe. Depending on your unique health profile, this may involve prescription weight loss medications, nutritional guidance, or referral to support services such as exercise physiology or counselling.
Why This Assessment Matters
A well-rounded assessment ensures that we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Weight management success relies on a full understanding of your current health, habits, and goals. That’s why this initial consultation is one of the most valuable parts of your weight loss journey.
Through this process, our Southport-based team ensures that your treatment options are safe, effective, and tailored specifically to your needs. The goal is sustainable progress, supported by expert monitoring and regular follow-up appointments—either in person or via Telehealth if you’re located elsewhere in Queensland or Australia.
- Step 1: Bulk-Billed Initial Consultation*
- Step 2: Personalised Weight Loss Plan
- Step 3: Ongoing Support and Optimisation
- PLUS Medication Home Delivery options
- PLUS Extensive Online Support Resources
- PLUS Ongoing Maintenance Support
*Bulk-billing available for in-person Introductory Consultations for Medicare-eligible patients.
