GLP-1 Weight Loss Madison, WI
Lose Weight With a Physician in Your Corner.
Physician-supervised GLP-1 weight management in Madison, WI. Dr. Emilia Ruiz, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician, builds and monitors your plan around your health, your labs and your goals.
What Is GLP-1 Weight Management?
GLP-1 medications act like a hormone your body already makes after you eat. They help regulate appetite and blood sugar, so many people feel full sooner and have fewer cravings. Paired with healthy habits, that can make steady weight loss more manageable.
At Royal You Med Spa, GLP-1 therapy is a medical program, not a product. Every plan starts with a consultation and lab work, and Dr. Ruiz makes every dosing decision.
Is GLP-1 Therapy Right for You?
GLP-1 therapy may be a good fit if you:
- Are 35 or older
- Have struggled to lose weight with diet and exercise alone
- Want a medically supervised plan rather than going it alone
It may not be recommended if you:
- Have baseline nutritional deficiencies
- Are receiving chemotherapy
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy
- Have a personal or family history of medullary thyroid cancer or MEN2
- Have a history of pancreatitis
Your consultation includes a full health history review, and Dr. Ruiz will recommend treatment only if it’s safe for you.
✦ YOUR GLP-1 PROGRAM
Medication Options
Depending on your health history and goals, Dr. Ruiz may prescribe tirzepatide, semaglutide or liraglutide. Injectable and oral options are available, and Dr. Ruiz will recommend the medication, form and dose that fit you, then adjust it over time.
Tirzepatide
Injectable or Oral
Works on two of the body’s appetite-related hormones, GIP and GLP-1. Dr. Ruiz sets your dose and adjusts it as you progress.
Semaglutide
Injectable or Oral
A GLP-1 medication that helps regulate appetite and blood sugar. Dosing starts low and increases gradually.
Liraglutide
Injectable or Oral
An earlier-generation GLP-1 medication that may suit some health histories. Dr. Ruiz will discuss whether it’s right for you.
Some medications we prescribe are compounded for individual patients by a licensed pharmacy. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness or quality. Dr. Ruiz will explain your options, including FDA-approved alternatives, at your consultation.
Why Physician-Led Weight Loss Matters
GLP-1 medications are powerful prescriptions. Here you meet your physician in person, your plan is based on your own labs, and the person adjusting your dose each month knows your history.
What’s Included
- A one-on-one consultation with Dr. Emilia Ruiz, MD
- A personalized medication plan and dosing schedule
- Lab work to make sure treatment is safe for you (billed separately)
- Monthly check-ins to track progress and side effects and adjust your dose
Safety and Ongoing Support
- Oversight by a board-certified internal medicine physician
- Thorough medical history review before you begin
- Doses start low and increase gradually
- A team you can reach with questions between visits
How It Works
Getting started is simple — and it always begins with a conversation.
Step 1 – Consultation & Labs
Meet with Dr. Ruiz to discuss your goals and health history. Lab work confirms GLP-1 therapy is safe for you.
Step 2 – Your Plan
Dr. Ruiz chooses your medication, form and starting dose, and walks you through how to take it and what to expect.
Step 3 – Monthly Check-Ins
We review your progress and side effects every month and adjust your dose as needed.
Why Choose Royal You Med Spa?
- Physician-owned and medically led — Dr. Emilia Ruiz, MD oversees every protocol
- Personalized plans — built around your goals, history, and labs
- Wellness and aesthetics under one roof — peptide therapy, GLP-1 weight management, and advanced skin treatments
- Clear pricing — reviewed with you at your free consultation
- Bilingual care — Se Habla Español
- Serving Madison, Middleton, Fitchburg, Verona, and all of Dane County
FAQs
How much does GLP-1 weight loss cost?
Your first consultation is free. If you decide to start, there’s a one-time $100 intake fee, and your monthly program fee depends on the medication and dose Dr. Ruiz prescribes. We’ll go over exact pricing at your consultation. Lab work is billed separately.
Is it covered by insurance?
Our GLP-1 program is self-pay, and lab work is paid separately.
What are the side effects?
The most common side effects are nausea, constipation, diarrhea and reduced appetite, especially when you start or increase a dose. Dr. Ruiz starts low and adjusts gradually, and your monthly check-ins are where we address side effects.
How fast will I see results?
It varies. Doses increase gradually over the first few months, and results depend on your medication, dose and habits. Dr. Ruiz will set realistic expectations at your consultation.
Injectable or oral: which should I choose?
Dr. Ruiz will recommend the form that fits your health and routine.
What happens if I stop?
Weight can return after stopping. Dr. Ruiz will talk with you about a long-term plan, including how and when to taper.
Ready to Start Your Weight Loss Plan?
Book a free consultation with Dr. Ruiz to find out whether GLP-1 therapy is right for you.