Physician-Supervised Weight Loss Program in Kern County
Maverick Medical offers a medical weight loss program in Kern County that includes lab testing, physician oversight, and GLP-1 medications when appropriate. This program helps patients find the real reason behind their weight gain and treat it directly, instead of relying on another short-term diet. Dr. Terrance McGill leads every treatment plan from your first visit through long-term results.
How It Works
What Is Medical Weight Loss and How Does It Work?
Medical weight loss looks past calories and studies the real reasons behind weight gain. A doctor checks your hormone levels, blood sugar, and metabolism before building your plan. This turns weight loss into a health process guided by data. Here’s how it works,
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Insurance Plans We Accept
Self-pay pricing is available for patients without applicable insurance. Our staff verifies your benefits before your first visit, so costs are clear from the start.
What Services Does the Weight Loss Program Include?
Each patient receives several connected weight loss services that work together toward one outcome: safe, steady weight loss.
Full Health Assessment
Your first appointment includes complete bloodwork and a body composition scan. The doctor also reviews your health history in detail. This step helps show whether thyroid issues or insulin resistance are affecting your weight.
Prescription Support When Appropriate
When your test results support it, the medical professional may prescribe FDA-approved weight loss treatment, including GLP-1 medication. You will learn how the medication works, what results to expect, and what side effects to watch for.
Nutrition and Meal Planning
Meal guidance is designed around your daily schedule and food preferences. It is not a rigid list of rules to follow. This makes your nutrition plan realistic and easier to maintain over time.
Ongoing Medical Monitoring
Follow-up visits recheck your labs and body composition on a regular basis. Your plan changes based on what these results actually show. Nothing is based on a fixed calendar, only your real, measured progress.
- Meet Our Weight Loss Physician
Dr. Terrance McGill
Dr. Terrance McGill started Maverick Medical after years of family practice work showed him that weight deserves the same medical attention as any other health condition.
Education and Training
- Medical degree from Ross University
- Advanced training focused on obesity medicine
- Over 8 years of clinical experience in weight management
- Fluent in both English and Spanish
Dr. McGill treats weight gain as a medical issue, not a personal failure. He spends real time explaining each part of your plan, so you understand why a treatment is recommended, not just what to do next.
Do You Qualify for Medical Weight Loss Treatment?
Medical weight loss is not for everyone. The medical weight loss team does your full health history before recommending treatment to confirm it’s safe for your situation. The ideal candidate for medical weight loss,
- A BMI of 30 or above
- A BMI of 27 or above, along with a condition like diabetes or high blood pressure
- Documented attempts at diet and exercise without lasting success
- Joint pain or limited mobility linked to excess weight
- Blood pressure or cholesterol levels affected by your weight
Patients who are pregnant, nursing, or managing certain chronic conditions may need extra evaluation before starting medication. Dr. McGill will walk through any precautions during your visit.
Why Should You Choose Maverick Medical for Weight Loss?
Weight loss clinics vary widely in how much real medical care they provide. Some hand out meal plans with little testing behind them. Maverick Medical takes a different approach, grounded in lab work and constant physician involvement.
- Doctor-led treatment personally reviews every case
- Testing comes first no medication without lab work behind it
- Plans that change your treatment adjusts as your results change
- Full transparency clear answers about what each medication does
- Flexible visit options in-person or telehealth appointments
- Bilingual care services offered in English and Spanish.
How to Book Your Appointment for Weight Loss Treatment?
Joining the weight loss program follows four clear steps, each building toward a plan made for your body.
Step 1: Schedule Your Initial Visit
Book your first appointment online or by phone at a time that fits your schedule.
Step 2: Complete a Full Health Review
Meet with Dr. McGill for bloodwork, a body composition scan, and a review of your medical history.
Step 3: Receive Your Written Treatment Plan
Get a plan built from your lab results, health history, and personal goals.
Step 4: Begin Treatment With Ongoing Support
Start your plan with scheduled visits to track progress and adjust treatment as needed.
What Are the Weight Loss Programs Tiers?
- Complete lab testing
- Body composition scan
- Medication eligibility review
- A personalized treatment roadmap
- Monthly medication management
- Monthly weight check and body composition scan
- One complimentary B-12 injection each month
- Text-based support and educational resources
- All benefits included in the Essentials Plan
- Weekly nutrition check-ins, in-person or virtual
- Personalized meal and lifestyle coaching
- Monthly progress summary and goal tracking
What Do Current Patients Say About Weight Loss Program Serving Kern County?
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FAQs About Medical Weight Loss Program in Kern County
Medical weight loss looks at the real causes of weight gain. This includes hormones and metabolism, not just calories. Because of this, results often last far longer than diet plans alone.
Most patients start with monthly visits. This helps track early progress closely. Over time, your schedule may change based on your treatment type and how your body responds.
Coverage depends on your specific insurance plan. Our staff checks your benefits before treatment begins. This way, you understand your costs clearly before you start any part of the program.
GLP-1 medications are FDA-approved and widely studied for weight management. Dr. McGill reviews your health history before prescribing them. He also monitors you closely to manage any side effects during treatment.
Dr. McGill only prescribes medication approved by the FDA. He monitors your progress closely throughout treatment. This helps manage any side effects and keeps your treatment safe and effective.
The length of treatment depends on your progress and health goals. Dr. McGill reviews this regularly during follow-up visits. He then decides if any adjustments or continued medication are needed.
Most past attempts fail because they miss the real medical reason behind the weight gain. This program is built to find that reason. From there, it treats the issue directly through testing and monitoring.
Yes, your plan can be adjusted at any point as your needs change. This decision happens through a direct conversation with Dr. McGill. You can raise this during any follow-up visit based on your progress and goals.
Maverick Medical Offers Weight Loss Program Serving Patients Across Bakersfield and Kern County
Maverick Medical is proud to be serving Bakersfield, Kern County, and nearby communities, including Oildale, Rosedale, Greenfield, Lamont, Arvin, Wasco, McFarland, Tehachapi, Delano, and Taft, and Shafter offering both in-person visits and telehealth appointments for patients throughout the region.
Location
2317 17th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Office Hours
Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM