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Tagging this for the weekly digest. 👍
Subscribing to this thread. Telehealth prescriber is exactly what I've been researching. 🙏
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Telehealth prescriber.
To answer Dr.GutHealth: yes, I am on compounded sema from a 503B pharmacy.
Quick update: things are still going well. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
Saving this for reference. Top-tier content.
Want to share my personal experience related to Telehealth prescriber since I think it might help others in a similar situation.
I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 271 lbs with metabolic syndrome. My telehealth provider prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.
Now, 10 months later: I am down 56 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The Telehealth prescribe aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.
This forum was my go-to resource throughout.