FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What to know before beginning your Weight Clinic journey.
How do I get started?
Book your physician consultation online for J$10,000. After booking, you’ll complete a confidential Patient Health Questionnaire before your appointment.
Who provides my medical care?
Your physician is Dr. Lorenzo Gordon, MD, MPhil, PhD — Diabetologist, Consultant in Internal Medicine and Biochemist. Dr. Gordon provides the medical assessment and clinical oversight behind your care.
What happens during my consultation?
Dr. Gordon will review your health, medical history, weight history, medications and goals, then discuss the treatment options appropriate for you.
What kind of treatment may be recommended?
The Weight Clinic offers advanced medical weight-loss treatment, including GLP-1 and peptide-based therapies where clinically appropriate. If you are already researching these treatments, your consultation gives you the opportunity to discuss them with a physician and determine what is medically appropriate for you. Your specific treatment is selected by Dr. Gordon following your individual medical assessment and is supported by physician monitoring and longer-term weight-management care.
Can weight-management medication cause side effects?
Yes. All medicines can cause side effects and may not be suitable for everyone. The doctor will discuss the expected benefits, material risks, precautions and monitoring requirements before treatment begins.
How much does it cost?
Your initial physician consultation is J$10,000. If treatment is recommended, the treatment plan, monitoring requirements and associated costs will be explained during your consultation.
Does booking a consultation guarantee that I will receive medication?
No. Medication and other treatment decisions are made by Dr. Gordon following your individual medical assessment.
Is medical weight-loss treatment suitable for everyone?
No. Your health, medical history, current medications and other factors may affect which treatments are appropriate for you.
What happens after I lose weight?
Maintenance is part of the program. Ongoing monitoring, healthier habits and maintenance planning are designed to help you sustain your progress.
Are results guaranteed?
No. Individual results vary, and The Weight Clinic does not guarantee a particular amount or rate of weight loss.
Where are consultations held?
The Weight Clinic operates in Jamaica. Your appointment details and location will be confirmed when you book.
