Medical Weight Loss

Losing weight is rarely as simple as cutting down on carbohydrates and working out more. Sara Turk, APRN, FNP‑C, PMHNP‑BC, takes a distinctive approach to medical weight loss at her practice in Hamden, Connecticut. She begins with a thorough assessment of your body composition, health history, laboratory tests, sleep, and stress evaluations. Then, she develops a weight loss strategy. Call the office or book your consultation online today.

What is medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss is a clinically supervised approach that begins with understanding why your body holds onto weight in the first place. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all program, Sara evaluates the full picture of your health to understand the root cause of your weight and what your body needs to change its composition. 

Who should consider medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss is a good fit for people who have struggled to lose weight on their own, experienced weight regain after previous attempts, or have health conditions that make weight management challenging. You may also benefit from medical weight loss if you:

• Have excess weight that affects your energy, sleep, or mobility
• Have metabolic concerns like insulin resistance or high cholesterol
• Want to lose weight safely with professional guidance and accountability
• Are looking for a sustainable approach rather than a short-term fix

Sara works with patients across a wide range of starting points and health backgrounds.

What can a medical weight loss plan include?

Sara builds each medical weight loss plan around the individual, drawing from a range of tools and therapies based on what your body needs. Your plan may include:

GLP-1 therapy

Semaglutide and tirzepatide are FDA-approved glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications that support weight loss by regulating appetite, slowing digestion, and improving blood sugar control. Sara monitors your response closely and adjusts your dosage as needed throughout your program.

Nutrient optimization and IV nutrition

Nutritional deficiencies can stall weight loss and drain your energy. Sara addresses these directly through targeted supplementation and IV nutrition therapy, providing your body with the fuel it needs to support healthy metabolism and sustained progress.

Lipotropic B12

Lipotropic B12 injections support fat metabolism and energy production, making them a useful complement to other weight loss therapies.

Sleep and stress coaching

Poor sleep and chronic stress both interfere with weight loss by disrupting hormones that regulate hunger and metabolism. Sara integrates sleep and stress support into your plan to address these factors directly.

What can you expect from medical weight loss?

Medical weight loss at Sara Turk’s practice builds around gradual, sustainable progress with continuous monitoring along the way. Sara tracks your results, checks in on how you’re feeling, and adjusts your plan as your body responds. The goal is lasting change, not a quick fix, and Sara provides the accountability and clinical support to help you get there.

To schedule your medical weight loss consultation, call the office or book your appointment online.