Medical Weight Loss Options: Choosing the Right Programme for You

📅 February 15, 2026 ✍ Katrina Trujillo, NP, Medical Director 📖 5 min read
Medical weight loss consultation at Nursify Aesthetics Albuquerque NM

If you've been researching medical weight loss in Albuquerque, you've likely come across different prescription weight management options. At Nursify Aesthetics, we offer clinician-guided programmes at different levels depending on your health history, goals, and clinical profile. Here's what you need to know before booking your consultation.

Important: All prescription weight management options at Nursify require a medical consultation and clearance first. No prescription is discussed until our nurse has reviewed your full health history and determined clinical appropriateness.

How GLP-1 Weight Management Works

Prescription weight management medications in the GLP-1 class work by mimicking hormones that regulate appetite, slow gastric emptying, and support metabolic function. The result is meaningfully reduced hunger, greater satisfaction from smaller portions, and a clinically supported path toward weight management goals. These medications are administered via weekly self-injection and are prescribed only after thorough medical evaluation.

Single-Receptor vs Dual-Receptor GLP-1 Options

GLP-1 receptor therapy options vary in how many hormonal pathways they engage. Single-receptor options target one pathway involved in appetite and blood sugar regulation. Dual-receptor options target two separate pathways simultaneously, which has been associated with greater weight management outcomes in clinical research. Which option is appropriate for you depends on your clinical profile, goals, and health history — this is determined at your consultation.

Programme Options at Nursify Aesthetics

  • Standard Programme — From $250/month (medication included where applicable, monthly consultations included)
  • Advanced Programme — From $350/month (medication included where applicable, monthly consultations included)

Both programmes include your medication where clinically applicable, monthly follow-up consultations with our Medical Director, and personalised dosing guidance. A consultation is required before starting either programme.

What Factors Guide Programme Selection?

During your consultation, our Medical Director considers:

  • Your full medical history and current medications
  • Prior weight management experience
  • Overall health goals and clinical suitability
  • Any contraindications or conditions requiring consideration
  • Your comfort with the titration process and expected adjustment period

There is no single "better" option — the right programme is the one that is clinically appropriate for you as an individual.

What to Expect: The First Few Months

All clients begin at a low starting dose and are titrated gradually over several months. Common early experiences may include appetite changes, mild digestive adjustment, and reduced cravings — these typically ease as your body adapts. Our gradual titration protocol is designed to minimise discomfort while supporting your weight management goals. Individual results vary.

Note: Individual results vary. Weight management programmes are not guaranteed outcomes. Prescription options are discussed only after medical clearance. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Transitioning Between Programmes

If you are currently in our standard programme and want to explore the advanced option based on your progress and goals, transitions are facilitated at your monthly consultation. Your provider assesses your current clinical status and determines the appropriate approach before any change is made.

Ready to Start Your Weight Loss Journey in Albuquerque?

Book a consultation with our nurse. We'll review your health history and recommend the right programme for your goals.

Book a Consultation

Learn more on our Medical Weight Loss Albuquerque page.

Katrina Trujillo NP Medical Director Nursify Aesthetics

Katrina Trujillo, NP, Medical Director

Our our nurse brings over 14 years of medical experience to every programme. Medical Director at Nursify Aesthetics & Wellness, specialising in clinician-guided weight management and aesthetic medicine.