A Medical Approach to Weight Loss
For many patients, medical weight loss includes prescription medications, including GLP-1 options like Wegovy® and Zepbound®.
These medications help reduce hunger and make it easier to stay consistent. When they’re used correctly and monitored closely, they can make a meaningful difference.
We don’t hand out prescriptions casually. We review your health history, discuss risks, and follow your progress carefully.
This is structured, physician-led weight management in Bismarck…not a one-click refill.
This Is Not an Online Subscription Program
There are plenty of websites offering quick prescriptions with little follow-up.
That’s not what we do.
Weight loss here is medically supervised. We evaluate your health history, track labs when needed, monitor side effects, and adjust dosing based on how your body responds.
If something isn’t working, we change it.
If you need support, you have access to it.
If adjustments are needed, we make them.
Real Results With Real Oversight
We’ve helped patients lose significant weight, including individuals who struggled for years before coming to us.
Many begin seeing meaningful progress within the first few months. As weight decreases, energy improves, joint pain often lessens, and blood pressure or blood sugar numbers may follow.
Results vary from person to person, but the focus stays the same: steady, measurable progress guided by experienced providers.
Who This May Be Right For
Medical weight management may be a good fit if:
- You’ve struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone
- You’re interested in prescription weight-loss medication
- You want more than an online program
- You prefer care that is monitored and adjusted over time
If you’re unsure whether this is the right next step, a consultation is simply a place to ask questions and review your options.
What to Expect at Your Visit
Your first appointment includes a review of your medical history, a discussion of treatment options, and a clear outline of what follow-up will look like.
We explain what’s realistic, what to expect, and how we’ll monitor progress. There’s no pressure…just clarity and a plan.
Start Medical Weight Management in Bismarck
If you’re ready to begin medical weight loss in Bismarck, we’re ready to help. Call Balance Medical or contact us online to schedule your weight management consultation.
Dr. Rhonda Schafer-McLean is a board-certified OB/GYN with more than 15 years of experience caring for women throughout North Dakota. As the founder of Balance Medical and Bal Med Skin, she combines advanced medical expertise with a genuine, down-to-earth approach. Whether she’s performing surgery or helping someone feel more confident in their skin, Dr. Rhonda believes every woman deserves care that’s personal, approachable, and tailored to her life.
