Can You Get Weight Loss Medication Through Telehealth?
For more than 50 years, Olivera Weight Loss has helped Chicagoland residents lose weight under the care of licensed providers. Today, much of that care happens by telehealth: a simple phone call with the same provider, the same clinical support and the same prescriptions, without the drive to our Chicago clinic.
Telehealth at Olivera is phone-based—no app, no video link, no setup. We meet patients where they actually are because real life doesn't pause for a doctor's appointment.
What’s Included in the Program
Olivera's telehealth weight loss program starts at $299 (GLP-1 starting price; phentermine pricing is separate, ask your Care Team). Every program includes:
- A consultation with a licensed provider (Spanish-speaking providers available)
- A personalized treatment plan including phentermine or GLP-1 (semaglutide or tirzepatide) options and supplements like B12 and Lipo-Max
- Options for medication shipped to your home
- Ongoing clinical support, including monthly check-ins, dose adjustments and side-effect management
- Direct access to your care team between appointments
Your first call is free, no charge and no obligation, whether you're still deciding or ready to book. Booking your intake requires a deposit ($99 for GLP-1 or $25 for phentermine), credited toward your treatment cost.
Who Telehealth Is For
Telehealth works for most weight loss patients. Whether you're starting your first GLP-1 program, switching from a phentermine prescription or returning for a follow-up visit, you can do almost everything by phone.
GLP-1 programs are telehealth from your very first appointment; no clinic visit required to get started.
Phentermine works a little differently. Your first two visits happen in person at our Chicago clinic so your Care Team can evaluate you properly. After that, follow-ups can move to the phone as long as the patient meets the medical requirements.
A few things still require an in-person visit at our Chicago clinic:
- Initial lab work or weigh-ins, if not already on file
- Booster injections (B12, Slim-Boost, Lipo-Max)
- Some medications that can't yet be shipped
We'll let you know up front what's required so you can plan around your schedule.
Why Olivera Telehealth Is Different
If you've tried an online weight loss program before, you know the typical experience: a digital intake form, a chat with a remote doctor you'll never speak to again, and a box in the mail with no follow-up. Olivera works differently.
Every telehealth patient is matched with the same licensed Olivera provider who manages their care; the same provider you'd see in our Chicago clinic. You call us, we know your file, and we adjust your treatment based on what you actually need. If something isn't working, we change it. If you have a question, we answer it.
Our medication comes through LegitScript-certified U.S. pharmacy partners, not gray-market suppliers. You'll always know exactly what you're getting and where it came from.
How It Works
- Call 773-327-6624 or book online. The first visit takes about 20 minutes.
- Talk with a licensed provider. We'll review your health history, your weight loss goals and which program is the right fit.
- Start your treatment. If you're starting GLP-1, your first appointment happens by phone and your prescription ships to your home or is ready for pickup. If you're starting phentermine, your first two visits happen at our Chicago clinic, then you can move to phone follow-ups.
- Stay supported. Monthly telehealth check-ins, dose adjustments and direct access to your care team. We're there when you need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need to Live in Illinois to Use Olivera Telehealth?
Yes. Olivera's licensed providers are licensed in Illinois, so telehealth is available to Illinois residents only.
Do You Accept Insurance?
Olivera operates on a transparent self-pay model; no surprise bills and no coverage denials. We accept HSA and FSA funds.
Do I Need to Visit in Person to Start Phentermine?
Yes. Your first two visits happen at our Chicago clinic. After that, medically qualified patients can move to phone follow-ups.
Can I Switch Between Telehealth and In-Person Visits?
Yes. Many of our patients do both. You might start with telehealth and come in for a booster shot, or vice versa. You're never locked into one format. Learn more on our Telehealth vs. In-Person Visits comparison page.
How Does Medication Get to Me?
You can have your prescription routed to your local pharmacy at your cost or shipped to your home through our pharmacy partners.
Are Spanish-Speaking Providers Available?
Yes. Our team includes Spanish-speaking providers and staff. Visit our Servicios en Español page for more.
Is the Medication Safe?
Every prescription is reviewed by a licensed Olivera provider and dispensed through LegitScript-certified U.S. pharmacy partners. We don't source from gray-market suppliers. You always know what you're getting and where it came from.
Get Started Today, Your Way
You don't have to drive across the city to start your weight loss program. Our licensed Chicago providers are ready to help, whether you're at home in Lincoln Park, working in Skokie or anywhere in Illinois.