Weight loss medicine has rapidly expanded, bringing with it powerful new tools — and a surge of programs that reduce a complex medical issue to a single medication. At High Mark Internal Medicine, medical weight loss is approached as healthcare, not a product.

Dr. Erik Contreras treats weight management through a physician-led, evidence-informed model rooted in metabolic health, hormonal balance, and disease prevention. Ongoing medical education and conference-based training guide how emerging therapies are responsibly integrated into care.

Every patient begins with a comprehensive medical evaluation and laboratory assessment to understand metabolic function, risk factors, and obstacles to progress. Treatment plans are individualized and may include nutritional strategy, lifestyle optimization, metabolic and hormone evaluation, and when appropriate, carefully prescribed medical therapy.

The goal is not simply weight reduction, but improvement in health, function, and long-term sustainability — with close medical oversight, realistic expectations, and a focus on protecting overall well-being.

Why Choose Physician-Led Weight Loss

• Board-certified medical providers guide every plan
• Evidence-based medications & therapies (including GLP-1 when appropriate)
• Personalized programs—no cookie-cutter plans
• Ongoing monitoring & support for safe, sustainable results

Who Can Benefit

Weight gain is often driven by complex medical factors. Medical weight loss may help adults who:

• Struggle to lose weight despite “doing everything right”
• Have insulin resistance, PCOS, or metabolic concerns
• Want physician-guided medication or peptide support
• Prefer sustainable, long-term results

Patient Benefits:

• Consistent, sustainable weight loss
• Improved energy and focus
• Better blood sugar control
• Reduced cravings
• Increased confidence and motivation

Our Approach

• Comprehensive medical evaluation to identify underlying causes
• Personalized combination of medications, peptides, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching
• Regular follow-ups and dose adjustments based on your response
• Focus on long-term health, not quick fixes