Weight Loss Doesn’t Have To Be Complicated
At WeightWise Virtual Clinic, we believe the path to better health is built on small, consistent steps that create meaningful, lasting change. Instead of relying on quick fixes or restrictive programs, we focus on realistic, evidence-based strategies that fit seamlessly into your daily routine. Over time, these steady habits not only support weight loss but also enhance overall wellness, energy, and confidence.
True success isn’t found in perfection - it is found in progress.
Start Simple – Focus on one change at a time…eat at least 30 grams of protein at breakfast.
Build Consistency – Small habits practiced daily create long-term success without feeling restrictive.
Sustainable, Not Stressful – No fad diets, no extreme plans - just realistic strategies you can actually stick with.
Celebrate Progress – Every step forward matters. Even small wins move you closer to your goals.
Our Services
Cash-pay telehealth services are currently available only to patients physically located in Indiana, Illinois, and Colorado due to state licensure requirements. Iowa licensure pending.
The prices listed below reflect consultation fees only and do not include the cost of prescribed weight loss medications, recommended supplements, or laboratory testing when applicable.
All prices are cash-pay only (credit cards accepted). Insurance is not accepted. Pricing listed is introductory and subject to change without notice. Final medication pricing will vary based on the specific medication prescribed and dosage required.
Standard visit fees are displayed at the time of scheduling for transparency. Because multiple medication options are available, the total cost of treatment cannot be determined until after your consultation.
Prescription coverage, medication costs, and third-party pharmacy pricing may vary.What to Expect:
To ensure your safety and personalized care, an initial consultation is required before any medications are prescribed.
Comprehensive Health Review – We will discuss your medical history, current health concerns, medications, past weight management efforts, lab ordering as needed.
Lifestyle & Nutrition Assessment – Evaluation of your daily habits, dietary intake, activity level, and barriers to weight loss.
Personalized Treatment Plan – Tailored recommendations that may include nutrition counseling, exercise strategies, behavioral guidance, and prescription weight loss medications when appropriate.
Medication Options – Discussion of evidence-based therapies, including GLP-1 receptor agonists and other FDA-approved medications, with monitoring for safety and effectiveness.
Goal Setting & Support – Collaborative goal development and ongoing accountability through follow-up appointments to track progress and make adjustments.
What To Expect:
Progress Review: Review of weight changes, measurements, lab results (if applicable), and overall health updates
Lifestyle Discussion: Evaluation of dietary patterns, physical activity, sleep, and stress management since the first visit
Medication Monitoring: Safety and efficacy assessment of prescribed medications, with dosage adjustments if indicated
Goal Refinement: Setting new or updated short-term goals for the next phase of the program
Ongoing Support: Encouragement, education, and strategies to overcome any challenges to success
The week 8 & beyond follow-up appointments build on the progress made since the initial consultation and first two months of treatment. This visit focuses on deeper evaluation, reinforcing lifestyle changes, and ensuring that patients remain on track toward their long-term goals. After your initial visit and 8-week follow-up visit, weight management visits are required at least every 3 months to continue medication therapy. This policy ensures ongoing safety, monitoring, and adherence to your treatment plan.
Key Components:
Progress Review: Ongoing assessment of weight trends, body measurements, and symptom changes.
Treatment Optimization: Adjustment of nutrition, activity, and medication plans to enhance results.
Addressing Barriers: Identification of challenges such as cravings, time management, or plateaus, with strategies to overcome them.
Education & Motivation: Continued emphasis on building sustainable habits, fostering confidence, and preventing burnout.
Long-Term Goal Setting: Refinement of health and wellness objectives beyond short-term milestones.
About Me
Welcome to WeightWise Virtual Clinic, LLC, where evidence-based medicine meets whole person wellness.
I am Dr. Desiree Samples, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner. I have a passion for helping patients achieve sustainable, healthy weight loss through education, accountability, and compassionate care. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a designation as a Clinical Expert.
With over 21 years of experience across primary care, hospice and palliative medicine, inpatient hospital settings, behavioral health, retail health, and wellness settings, I have seen firsthand that lasting health transformation requires more than a prescription. It requires partnership. My approach combines clinical expertise with practical lifestyle strategies to help you build habits that support long term success.
At WeightWise, I focus on the following:
Evidence based weight management
Personalized nutrition guidance
Protein focused whole food strategies
Sustainable exercise planning
Metabolic and hormone informed care
Ongoing accountability and support
As a virtual clinic, I provide convenient, accessible care designed to fit into your real life for patients located in Indiana, Illinois, & Colorado. Whether we are optimizing nutrition, reviewing labs, addressing metabolic concerns, or determining if weight loss medication is appropriate, every plan is individualized to your goals and health history.
My philosophy is simple.
Your health journey should be structured, supported, and sustainable. It should not feel restrictive or overwhelming.
I believe in empowering you with knowledge, creating realistic strategies, and focusing on whole body wellness, not just the number on the scale.
If you are ready for a thoughtful, medically guided approach to weight loss that prioritizes your long term health, I would be honored to partner with you.
Welcome to WeightWise. Let us build strength, health, and confidence together.
Compounded GLP-1 Medication Prices
Semaglutide with Cyanocobalamin (weekly injection, red in color)
2 mg / 0.4 mg per mL (1 mL vial) - $250 per vial
Dose: 0.25 mg (vial lasts 8 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 0.5 mg (vial lasts 4 weeks at this dose)
5 mg / 0.4 mg per mL (2 mL vial) - $325 per vial
Dose: 1 mg (vial lasts 10 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 1.5 mg (vial lasts 6.6 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 2 mg (vial lasts 5 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 2.5 mg (vial lasts 4 weeks at this dose)
Semaglutide with Glycine (weekly injection)
2 mg / 0.4 mg per mL (1 mL vial) - $250 per vial
Dose: 0.25 mg (vial lasts 8 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 0.5 mg (vial lasts 4 weeks at this dose)
5 mg / 0.4 mg per mL (2 mL vial) - $325 per vial
Dose: 1 mg (vial lasts 10 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 1.5 mg (vial lasts 6.6 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 2 mg (vial lasts 5 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 2.5 mg (vial lasts 4 weeks at this dose)
Tirzepatide with Niacinamide (weekly injection)
8 mg / 2 mg per mL (2.5 mL vial) -$300 per vial
Dose: 2.4 mg (vial lasts 8.3 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 4.8 mg (vial lasts 4.1 weeks at this dose)
17 mg / 2 mg per mL (2 mL vial) -$325 per vial
Dose: 7.65 mg (vial lasts 4.4 weeks at this dose)
17 mg / 2 mg per mL (4 mL vial) -$399 per vial
Dose: 10.2 mg (vial lasts 6.6 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 12.75 mg (vial lasts 5.3 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 15.3 mg (vial lasts 4.4 weeks at this dose)
Tirzepatide with Glycine (weekly injection)
8 mg / 5 mg per mL (2.5 mL vial) -$300 per vial
Dose: 2.4 mg (vial lasts 8.3 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 4.8 mg (vial lasts 4.1 weeks at this dose)
17 mg / 5 mg per mL (2 mL vial) -$325 per vial
Dose: 7.65 mg (vial lasts 4.4 weeks at this dose)
17 mg / 5 mg per mL (4 mL vial) -$399 per vial
Dose: 10.2 mg (vial lasts 6.6 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 12.75 mg (vial lasts 5.3 weeks at this dose)
Dose: 15.3 mg (vial lasts 4.4 weeks at this dose)
Patients with weight loss benefits:
If it is determined that the patient qualifies for medication through their insurance weight loss benefits, a prescription for a non-compounded medication may be sent to their local pharmacy for processing and a prior authorization will be completed on the patient’s behalf.
Dosing is personalized.
Compound additives: Glycine additive can be used to reduce nausea. Cyanocobalamin additive can be used to reduce fatigue. Niacinamide additive can be used to reduce fatigue
Prices are subject to change. Current prices include cold shipping fee and medications are shipped directly to your home from a licensed PCAB-accredited, 503a pharmacy based out of Michigan.
Taking the first step toward better health starts with a conversation.
Initial Consultation 60 Minutes
Your first visit is a comprehensive 60-minute appointment. During this session, we will review your medical history, current medications, lifestyle habits, nutrition patterns, exercise routine, previous weight loss efforts, and overall health goals. We will discuss lab work, metabolic factors, and determine an individualized plan tailored specifically to you. This visit allows time to build a strong foundation for safe, sustainable weight loss.
Follow-Up Appointments 30 Minutes
Typical follow up visits are 30 minutes in length. These appointments focus on progress review, lab interpretation, medication management if applicable, nutrition adjustments, exercise planning, and ongoing accountability. Each follow up is structured to support continued progress and address any barriers that arise along the way.
Every appointment is designed to provide personalized, evidence-based care centered on long term success and whole-body wellness.
We look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
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Email: drsamples@weightwisevirtualclinic.com
Phone: 219-228-1972
Fax: 814-292-9196
2106 Morthland Dr Suite 1084
Valparaiso, IN 46383
