A weight specialist helps patients understand the medical, nutritional, behavioral, and lifestyle factors that may be affecting their weight. At Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, the evaluation may include a review of the patient’s medical history, weight patterns, eating habits, physical activity, sleep, current medications, previous weight-loss efforts, and personal health goals.

Using this information, the specialist develops an individualized weight-management plan. Recommendations may include nutritional guidance, appropriate physical activity, behavioral strategies, stress management, and ongoing education. When medically appropriate, prescription weight-management medications or injections such as Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, or Tirzepatide may also be considered as part of a supervised program.

Throughout treatment, the specialist monitors weight changes, overall health, medication tolerance, and progress toward established goals. The plan may be adjusted as the patient’s needs change. At Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab in Fayetteville, NC, the goal is to support sustainable weight loss, improve mobility and daily function, and reduce health risks associated with obesity through personalized medical care.

At Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, we begin by evaluating your medical history, current weight, previous weight-loss efforts, lifestyle habits, medications, and personal goals. Dr. Meisha K. Abbasinejad, MD, may also review your BMI, recent laboratory results, and health conditions that could influence appetite, metabolism, or your ability to lose weight.

Next, we discuss your eating patterns, physical activity, sleep, stress, and everyday routines to identify practical areas for improvement. Based on these findings, we create a personalized plan that may include balanced nutrition guidance, appropriate activity recommendations, behavioral strategies, and realistic milestones designed to support sustainable progress.

When medically appropriate, prescription options such as Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Phentermine, Qsymia, and Contrave may be considered. Throughout your weight-management journey, our team schedules regular follow-up visits to monitor progress, evaluate treatment tolerance, address challenges, and adjust your plan according to your changing health needs and goals.

How often you should visit a weight specialist depends on your health needs, treatment plan, and weight-management goals. At the beginning of care, appointments may be scheduled more frequently, such as every few weeks, so the specialist can establish a personalized plan, monitor your response, and address any early challenges.

Patients using prescription weight-management medications or managing obesity-related health concerns may need regular follow-up visits. These appointments allow the team to review weight changes, nutrition, activity, medication tolerance, and overall progress. The treatment plan can then be adjusted when medically appropriate.

As you move closer to your goals and maintain steady progress, visits may become less frequent. Some patients transition to monthly or periodic check-ins for continued guidance and long-term support. At Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, we personalize each follow-up schedule based on the patient’s needs, progress, and changing health goals.

During your first visit to a weight specialist at Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab, you can expect a detailed discussion about your health and weight-management goals. Our team may review your medical and family history, current medications, previous weight-loss efforts, health concerns, and factors that may influence your progress.

The appointment may include measurements such as height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, BMI, and waist circumference. Your specialist will also discuss your eating patterns, physical activity, sleep, stress, work schedule, and daily routines. Laboratory testing or other assessments may be recommended when needed to identify medical factors that could affect weight management.

After gathering this information, your specialist will help establish realistic goals and develop an individualized plan. Recommendations may include nutrition guidance, appropriate physical activity, behavioral strategies, prescription medication, or other medically supervised options. Follow-up appointments allow our team to monitor your progress, address concerns, and adjust your plan as your needs change.

Dr. Meisha K. Abbasinejad, MD, is board-certified in Obesity Medicine and provides individualized medical weight management at Cape Fear Physical Medicine and Rehab in Fayetteville, NC. She carefully evaluates each patient’s medical history, weight patterns, previous weight-loss efforts, lifestyle habits, current medications, and health goals. This detailed assessment helps her identify factors that may be affecting weight and determine which strategies may be appropriate.

Dr. Abbasinejad develops personalized plans focused on realistic, sustainable progress rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all program. She provides ongoing medical monitoring, practical guidance, and adjustments based on each patient’s response and changing needs. Through clear communication and attentive follow-up, Dr. Abbasinejad helps patients understand their options, overcome weight-management challenges, and work toward improved mobility, daily function, and long-term health. Contact us today for more information, or simply schedule an appointment online! We are conveniently located at 1540 Purdue Dr, Ste. 200, in Fayetteville, NC 28303. We serve patients from Fayetteville NC, Woodfield NC, Hope Mills NC, Fort Bragg NC, Eastover NC, and surrounding areas.