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GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss Program in New Jersey

GLP-1 medications are most effective with sustained support. Our weight loss approach includes board-certified medical supervision, registered dietitian guidance and muscle preservation support to keep you healthy and strong.
Sean lost 100 lbs*
with Gastric Sleeve and Wegovy®
Eugenia lost 118 lbs*
with Wegovy®
Gaetan lost 60 lbs*
with Zepbound®
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Our Comprehensive Medical Weight Loss Approach

Our weight loss specialist developed a program from our experience treating and guiding patients through medical weight loss in NJ in the last decade. We know that weight loss is successfully achieved when doctor visits and FDA-approved GLP-1 weight loss injections and oral medication are combined with long-term support and consistent nutrition education and counseling. 

That's why our program has two parts: doctor-guided weight loss prescription medication management and on-going support and personalized guidance through our membership.

MEDICAL CARE 

MEDICAL CARE

Doctor supervision & prescription management

Dr. Ajay Goyal, FACS, Discusses Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Ajay Goyal
Your care starts with a board-certified physician who reviews your full health history, determines if you qualify and prescribes the right FDA-approved weight loss medication for you, ensuring a medically sound approach to your weight loss journey.
  • FDA-approved GLP-1 and non-GLP-1 medications
  • Dosage monitoring and adjustments as you progress
  • Side effect management with direct clinical access
  • Insurance verification before your first visit
  • In-person and telehealth visits available
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 combined with

SUPPORT 

SUPPORT 

Ongoing support & personalized guidance

Weight Loss Physician Assistant with Patient
Alexis Begliomini, PA-C
Weight loss on GLP-1 injections and weight loss medications pills is most successful with a support structure. Built to give people in NJ the tools to achieve their healthiest weight, membership gives you the tools and expert guidance to lose weight, preserve muscle, and maintain your results long term.

$100/mo membership includes: 
  • Monthly virtual muscle preservation classes
  • Live & on-demand nutrition webinars with a registered dietitian
  • Support groups led by our RDs
  • Body composition scale for progress tracking
  • Meal planning resources and plateau support
  • Monthly virtual muscle preservation classes
  • Live & on-demand nutrition webinars with a registered dietitian
  • Support groups led by NJBC RDs
  • Body composition scale for progress tracking
  • Meal planning resources and plateau support
  • $100 a month membership fee
The $100/month membership fee does not include medication costs or provider visits.  Provider visits are billed through insurance or our self pay options.  Medication costs are dependent on the price at your pharmacy of choice.

Getting Started

What to Expect When You Start NJBC’s Medical Weight Loss Program

1

See if You Qualify

Answer quick questions about your height and weight to see if you’re a candidate.
Find Out If You Qualify
2

Meet Your Care Team

Verify your insurance coverage then meet with your NJBC doctor to review your health history and find the right medication for you.
Meet In-Person or Telehealth
3

Start Your Program

Join the program and gain immediate access to our RD nutrition webinars and support groups, muscle preservation support, and progress tracking.
Schedule a Visit
The NJBC Difference

Lose Weight Without Losing What Matters

Most programs stop at the prescription weight loss medication. New Jersey Bariatric Center’s® includes support during your weight loss journey to keep you strong, healthy and feeling energized.
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Ajay Goyal, FACS
strength
PRESERVE YOUR MUSCLE & METABOLISM

Lose Weight,
Not Strength

Our muscle preservation classes are designed to maintain lean muscle mass so you keep your strength and support a healthy metabolism as you lose weight.
health appearance
PROTECT YOUR HEALTHY APPEARANCE

Prevent
‘Ozempic® Face’

Rapid weight loss can lead to facial volume loss (sometimes called ‘Ozempic® face’). Our team monitors your rate of weight loss and adjusts your treatment plan to help minimize unwanted changes in facial appearance.
Health Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery
YOUR ENERGY & VITALITY

Stay Nourished
And Energized

Our registered dietitians create personalized meal plans that help fuel your body with the right nutrients, and support long‑term, sustainable weight loss.
Start Your Weight Loss Journey Today

Weight Loss Medications, GLP-1 Injections and GLP-1 Pill Comparison

Medications
Zepbound®
(GLP-1 Tirzepatide)​
Wegovy®
(GLP-1 Semaglutide)​
Saxenda®
(Liraglutide)
Wegovy® Pill
(GLP-1 Semaglutide)​
Foundayo™
(orforglipron)
Qsymia®
(Phentermine & Topiramate)
What to Expect
One weekly injection
One weekly injection
One injection daily
One tablet daily
One tablet daily
One tablet daily
How it helps you lose weight
Reduce appetite, food intake, body fat and body weight
Increase satiety and control portions
Increase satiety and control portions
Increase satiety and control portions
Slows digestion and reduces appetite
Suppress appetite and control cravings
Weight loss
16-20% of body weight4
15-18% of body weight5
15-18% of body weight6
14-17% of body weight
11-12.4% of body weight
10% of body weight7

*Our board-certified doctors prescribe FDA-approved prescription GLP-1 medications and injections to people in NJ who meet the clinical qualifications. We are not a pharmacy, we do not dispense or fulfill prescriptions.

Weight Loss Injections and Medications Comparison
Medication
Zepbound®
(GLP-1 Tirzepatide)​
Wegovy®
(GLP-1 Semaglutide)​
Saxenda®
(Liraglutide)
Wegovy® Pill
(GLP-1 Semaglutide)​
Foundayo™
 (orforglipron)
Qsymia®
(Phentermine & Topiramate)
What to Expect
Zepbound®
  • Once weekly injection
Wegovy®
  • Once weekly injection
Saxenda®
  • Once daily injection
Wegovy® Pill
  • One tablet daily
Foundayo™
  • One tablet daily
Qsymia®
  • One tablet daily
Weight loss
Zepbound®
  • 16-20% of body weight
Wegovy®
  • 15-18% of body weight
Saxenda®
  • 15-18% of body weight
Wegovy® Pill
  • 14-17% of body weight
Foundayo™
  • 11-12.4% of body weight
Qsymia®
  • 10% of body weight
How you lose weight
Zepbound®
  • Reduce appetite, food intake, body fat and body weight
Wegovy®
  • Increase satiety and control portions
Saxenda®
  • Increase satiety and control portions
Wegovy® Pill
  • Increase satiety and control portions
Foundayo™
  • Slows digestion and reduces appetite
Qsymia®
  • Suppress appetite and control cravings
See Your GLP-1 Weight Loss Potential

Find Out How Much Weight You Could Lose with GLP-1 Injections and Oral Medications

Prescription weight loss medications and injections such as GLP-1s Wegovy® and Zepbound® support weight loss by decreasing hunger while simultaneously increasing feelings of satiety, leading to reduced food intake and overall absorption of calories.

When deciding which weight loss medication, GLP-1 injection or GLP-1 pill is right for you, it's important to consider the average weight loss, side effects and obesity-related conditions. On average, patients lose between 10-20% of their body weight as early as 6 months with prescription weight loss medications.

Enter your information to calculate your BMI and potential weight loss.
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ft.
in.
Your Personalized Report
Your BMI is .
Morbidly Obese
40 and above
Severely Obese
35 - 39.9
Obese
30 - 34.9
Overweight
25 - 29.9
Healthy
18.6 - 24.9
Underweight
18.5 and below

Your $100/mo Membership Fee Includes

✓

Live, monthly muscle preservation classes

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Live & on-demand nutrition support classes with an NJBC registered dietitian

✓

Body composition scale for progress tracking

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Personalized meal planning and plateau support

✓

Long-term maintenance
planning

✓

Nutrition counseling resources

*Program fee does not include prescription medication costs or doctor visit copays and self pay fees.*
Compare GLP‑1 Programs

GLP‑1 Programs Comparison

NJBC VS. Medi Weight Loss, Ro, WeightWatchers Med+, and Amazon One Medical

Monthly Cost
Muscle Preservation Exercise Support
Nutrition Support from Registered Dietitians
Progress Tracking & Accountability
Support Through Plateaus
Long Term Maintenance Planning
Only FDAApproved Medications
NJBC
$100*
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Medi Weight Loss
$199+
Ro.Co
$145
✓
✓
✓
✓
Weight Watchers Med+ Program
$149
✓
✓
✓
Amazon One Medical’s GLP-1 Program
$199+
✓
✓
✓
✓
Feature
Monthly Cost
Muscle Preservation Exercise Support
Nutrition Support from Registered Dietitians
Progress Tracking & Accountability
Support Through Plateaus
Long Term Maintenance Planning
Only FDAApproved Medications
NJBC
$100*
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
Medi Weight Loss
$199+
Ro.Co
$145
✓
✓
✓
✓
Weight Watchers Med+ Program
$149
✓
✓
✓
Amazon One Medical’s GLP-1 Program
$199+
✓
✓
✓
✓
*Program fee only. Medication costs and provider visit copays are billed through your insurance or as self-pay — we'll help you verify coverage.

Meet Your Care Team

Your weight loss team includes fellowship-trained, board-certified physicians, physician assistant  and registered dietitians who specialize in medical weight loss.
Finding the Right Weight Loss Doctor
Pictured from left: Vivian Cheng, PA-C, Dr. James Buwen, Dr. Ajay Goyal, Alexis Begliomini, PA-C, Samah Morsy, PA-C.

Your Nutrition Team

Nutrition is where most weight loss programs fall short. Ours includes dedicated, credentialed RDs Clarissa Padua, Dana Babeu and Karen Kelly, who work with you one-on-one.
nutrition team
Personalized meal plans
Built around your preferences, lifestyle, and medication -- not a one-size-fits-all template.
Monthly live classes
Group nutrition sessions so you stay informed and on track as your body changes.
devise a program unique to your needs and lifestyle
Plateau & maintenance support
Your RD adjusts your nutrition plan when progress stalls and helps you maintain results long-term.

Ready to Reach Your Weight Loss Goal?

Take the First Step to a Happier and Healthier Weight
Get Started Today

Six Convenient NJ Offices

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Springfield, NJ

193 Morris Ave., 2nd Floor, Springfield, NJ 07081
Conveniently located just a few minutes from I-78, the Garden State Parkway and Route 22.
Bridgewater Office

Bridgewater, NJ

1200 US-22, Suite 19, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Located near route 22, easily accessible from 78 and 287.

Hoboken, NJ

79 Hudson St., Suite 301, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Accessible via PATH train from NYC. Validated public parking nearby.

East Brunswick, NJ

192 Summerhill Road, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Easily accessible from Route 1, Route 18, the New Jersey Turnpike or the Parkway.

Totowa, NJ

500 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512
Conveniently located near the intersection of Route 46, 23 and 80.

Sparta, NJ

70 South Sparta Ave., Suite 202, Sparta, NJ 07871
Serving Sussex County and surrounding areas

Frequently Asked Questions About GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss

Get answers to questions about medical weight loss, GLP-1 weight loss medications and our comprehensive program.

What does membership at New Jersey Bariatric Center® cost?

Membership is $100 per month, which includes monthly live live and on-demand nutrition counseling classes with a registered dietitian, muscle preservation classes with a certified personal trainer, a home body composition scale for progress tracking, personalized meal planning and plateau support, and long-term maintenance planning. The membership fee does not include the cost of any prescription weight loss medications or your insurance copays for visits with the doctor or registered dietitian — those are billed through your insurance or as self-pay. We'll help you verify your coverage before your first visit.

How long will it take for me to see results?

Weight loss with medication will happen gradually. Injections like Wegovy® and Zepbound® are often started at a lower dose to help your body get used to the active ingredients and limit side effects. Most patients start losing weight at around 2-3 weeks but individual results may vary.

Are weight loss medications safe for my specific health conditions?

If you have weight related medical conditions like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or sleep apnea, FDA‑approved weight loss medications can improve these conditions by helping with sustained weight loss. However, safety depends on your individual history, including heart disease, pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, thyroid cancers, kidney or liver disease, and mental health conditions. It’s important to have a conversation with your doctor to find the best fit for you.

Does New Jersey Bariatric Center® prescribe weight loss medications other than GLP-1s like Wegovy® and Zepbound®?

Yes. Our physicians prescribe FDA-approved GLP-1 medications as well as other prescription weight loss medications based on your individual health history. While GLP-1 medications like Wegovy® (semaglutide) and Zepbound® (tirzepatide) are the most effective options currently available and are right for most of our patients, they are not appropriate for everyone. For patients who cannot take GLP-1 medications — or for whom a different approach makes more clinical sense — our board-certified physicians may prescribe other FDA-approved weight loss medications, including:

Qsymia® (phentermine/topiramate) — an oral combination medication approved for long-term weight management

Contrave® (naltrexone/bupropion) — an oral combination medication approved for chronic weight management

Your doctor will review your full medical history, current medications, and weight loss goals to determine which medication is the safest and most effective fit for you. Weight loss treatment is not one-size-fits-all, and our role is to match you with the right option — not the most popular one.

Will my insurance cover weight loss medications, and what are my options if it does not?

Insurance coverage for prescription weight loss medications varies by plan. We'll help you verify which medications your insurance covers. If your plan doesn't cover weight loss medications, the new Wegovy® pill offers a more affordable self-pay option, plus manufacturer savings programs may be available.

Can I take GLP-1 medications like Zepbound® or Wegovy® during perimenopause and menopause, and will they help with menopausal weight gain?

Yes, weight loss medications like GLP-1 receptor agonists (Zepbound® & Wegovy®) can be prescribed during menopause and may help manage menopausal weight gain. However, they work best as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that will include dietary changes, and exercise.
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