Maybe you have read about semaglutide and tirzepatide and want to know if they are right for you. Maybe menopause or low testosterone has changed how you feel, and no one has really explained your options. Or maybe you are simply tired of trying to lose weight on your own.
Elevera Health gives Alexandria residents clear, personalized answers. Our Northern Virginia practice provides medical weight loss and hormone therapy by telehealth, with a provider who takes the time to explain every option.
Medically supervised weight loss with a full review of your health, plus medication when it is safe and appropriate for you.
Treatment for perimenopause, menopause and low testosterone, based on your symptoms and lab results.
Alexandria is a city of distinct neighborhoods, from the brick sidewalks of Old Town and the shops of Del Ray to the high-rises of the West End and the newer development at Potomac Yard. Many residents commute into DC, to the Pentagon or down I-95 every day.
Our telehealth model means you can get thoughtful, personalized care without a trip across town. Have your visit from home or work, get labs drawn at a lab nearby, and receive your medication at your local pharmacy or at your door.
We also serve the many Fairfax County communities with Alexandria addresses, including Kingstowne, Franconia, Hybla Valley and the Mount Vernon area.
Old Town, Del Ray, Rosemont, Carlyle, Eisenhower East, Potomac Yard, Arlandria, Parker-Gray, Seminary Hill, Beverley Hills, Landmark, the West End, Kingstowne, Franconia, Hybla Valley, Belle View and Mount Vernon.
“From the very beginning, she has been incredibly professional and attentive. She provided me with all the information I needed about semaglutide and its benefits and potential side effects. This made me feel confident about my treatment plan.”
If any of these sound familiar, we can help.
We review your health history and goals, explain benefits and side effects, and discuss alternatives so you can decide with confidence.
Age, hormones, insulin resistance and sleep can all slow progress. Read more about weight loss after 40.
Weight gain, poor sleep and mood changes in your 40s are often hormonal. Read more.
Your care happens online, at a time that works for you.
Choose a convenient virtual appointment time that fits your schedule.
Discuss your symptoms, goals, health history, labs and past attempts.
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance, lab review, and medication or hormone options when appropriate.
Regular follow-ups and secure messaging so you are never figuring it out alone.
Laura is the founder of Elevera Health and a board-certified family nurse practitioner and Certified Women’s Hormone Therapy Specialist. Her focus is medical weight loss, hormone therapy and thyroid optimization, with plans built around each patient’s labs, history and lifestyle.
Laura is licensed in Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland, which is helpful for Alexandria residents who work across the river.
The most common side effects are digestive, such as nausea, constipation or reduced appetite, and they often improve as your body adjusts. Your provider will explain what to expect and adjust your dose gradually.
It varies. Some patients use medication for a defined period, and others benefit from longer-term treatment. We also plan for maintenance so you can keep your results.
Yes. We are licensed in both Virginia and Washington, DC, so you can meet with us from either location.
Yes. We treat women in perimenopause and menopause and men with low testosterone symptoms, always guided by labs.
We are a self-pay practice with transparent pricing. Labs can often be billed to insurance, and some medications may be filled through insurance at a local pharmacy.
Book a telehealth consultation to discuss weight loss, hormone therapy or both.
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