By Marcus De La Fuente, APRN · Published
Our weight loss therapy program offers two provider-prescribed GLP-1 options: semaglutide and tirzepatide. People often ask which one is "better." The honest answer is that there is no single right choice. Candidacy is determined by a licensed provider based on your health history, current medications, and goals.
This guide covers how the two options differ on our menu and the questions worth bringing to your free consultation, so you and your provider can personalize a plan that best fits you.
Semaglutide vs. tirzepatide at a glance
| Semaglutide | Tirzepatide | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | The widely-used weekly GLP-1 | Dual-action GLP-1 + GIP |
| How often | Once-weekly | Once-weekly |
| Pathways | GLP-1 | Two hormone pathways (GLP-1 + GIP) |
| Who decides | A licensed provider | A licensed provider |
This table is educational only, not medical advice. A licensed provider determines whether any medication is appropriate for you.
Questions to ask your provider
Bring these to your consultation. There are no wrong questions, and your provider will recommend the right fit on your free consultation.
- Is GLP-1 therapy appropriate for me at all? Start here, before comparing medications.
- Which option fits my health history and current medications? Bring a list of everything you take.
- Why semaglutide, or why tirzepatide, for me? Ask your provider to explain the recommendation.
- How will dosing work? Ask how dosing guidance is given and how changes are made.
- How often will we check in? Ask what regular check-ins look like and where they happen.
- What should I watch for, and who do I contact if I have questions between visits?
- What will it cost? Ask for clear, upfront pricing for the plan before you start.
How weight loss therapy works with us
After a provider reviews your health history, they build a personalized plan and provide GLP-1 medication with dosing guidance and regular check-ins, all delivered to you. It's medical care, not a one-size-fits-all kit, and results vary by individual.
- Provider-supervised, start to finish. A licensed clinician reviews your eligibility and oversees every step, with no self-directed dosing.
- A plan built around you. Your dosing, nutrition guardrails, and goals are set with a provider based on your health history.
- Care that comes to you. Visits and follow-ups happen at your home, office, or wherever is convenient across San Antonio, so you never have to sit in a waiting room.
Consultation and first-vial discount
Your consultation is free, with no consultation fees, ever. You start with a free consultation and receive a customized treatment plan with clear, upfront pricing every step of the way. New patients can use promo code ROSSI for $50 off their first vial. Mention the code when you book your visit to have it applied.
How to book a weight loss consultation
Call or book online and choose a time that works. A licensed provider comes to your location. We serve San Antonio and surrounding communities, and our FAQ covers more about how mobile visits work.