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1401 Dove St. Suite 425, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Mon-Thurs | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Fri-Sun | Closed
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(949) 222-0232
Mon-Thurs | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Fri-Sun | Closed
Losing weight is not simply a matter of willpower. For millions of people, stubborn weight gain is driven by hormonal dysregulation, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction, forces that diet and exercise alone cannot overcome. Tirzepatide changes that equation entirely.
At OC Wellness, we prescribe physician supervised Tirzepatide as part of our comprehensive medical weight loss and metabolic optimization programs. Under the guidance of Dr. Grossman, this revolutionary treatment is personalized to your body, your labs, and your goals, so you lose weight safely, sustainably, and effectively.
Tirzepatide is a once weekly injectable medication that works as a dual GIP (Glucose dependent Insulinotropic Polypeptide) and GLP-1 (Glucagon Like Peptide-1) receptor agonist. This dual action mechanism sets it apart from older GLP-1 medications and makes it the most clinically effective weight loss treatment currently available.
By activating two separate hormonal pathways simultaneously, Tirzepatide:
✅ Dramatically reduces appetite and food cravings
✅ Slows gastric emptying, helping you feel full longer
✅ Improves insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation
✅ Reduces inflammation and supports metabolic health
✅ Signals the brain's hunger and reward centers to decrease the drive to overeat
In clinical trials (the SURMOUNT program), patients lost an average of 20–22% of their body weight over 72 weeks, results that rival bariatric surgery, without going under the knife.
Tirzepatide mimics two naturally occurring gut hormones, GIP and GLP-1, that are released after eating. These hormones communicate directly with the pancreas, the brain, the gut, and fat tissue to regulate hunger, blood sugar, and energy storage.
GLP-1 Action: Signals the hypothalamus to reduce appetite, slows digestion, reduces glucagon secretion, and increases insulin release in response to meals.
GIP Action: Enhances GLP-1’s insulin-stimulating effects, reduces fat storage in adipose tissue, and improves the body’s sensitivity to GLP-1 signaling, making the combination significantly more powerful than either hormone alone.
The result is a powerful, multi-system metabolic reset that helps your body burn fat more efficiently, crave less food naturally, and maintain healthier blood sugar levels throughout the day.
Tirzepatide is particularly valuable for:
A thorough consultation and lab review with Dr. Grossman is required to determine if Tirzepatide is the right protocol for you.
Patients who complete a Tirzepatide program at OC Wellness report improvements that go far beyond the number on the scale:
At OC Wellness, Tirzepatide is administered via once weekly subcutaneous injection. We begin with a low starting dose to allow your body to adjust comfortably, then titrate upward gradually based on your tolerance and response, a process that minimizes side effects while maximizing results.
Your program includes:
✅ Comprehensive initial consultation and lab work with Dr. Grossman
✅ Personalized dosing protocol tailored to your goals and health history
✅ Ongoing monitoring of metabolic markers, weight, and body composition
✅ Nutritional guidance and lifestyle support to enhance and sustain your results
✅ Regular follow up appointments to adjust your protocol as needed
Most patients begin noticing meaningful changes in appetite within the first 1–2 weeks. Significant weight loss typically becomes apparent by weeks 4–8, with results continuing to build over months of consistent treatment.
Tirzepatide has an established safety record backed by large scale clinical trials involving thousands of patients. As with any medication, side effects can occur, and the most commonly reported are gastrointestinal in nature, nausea, mild bloating, or reduced appetite, particularly during the initial dose escalation phase. These symptoms are typically transient and resolve as the body adjusts to treatment.
At OC Wellness, we minimize side effects through careful, gradual dose titration and proactive patient support throughout your program.
Tirzepatide is not appropriate for patients with a personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia syndrome type 2 (MEN 2). A complete medical history and lab review is required prior to starting treatment.
All treatment decisions are made by Dr. Grossman on an individual, physician-supervised basis.
At OC Wellness, you are never just a number. Dr. Grossman and our team take the time to understand your full health picture, reviewing your labs, your history, and your goals, before recommending any treatment. Our approach to medical weight loss is integrative, evidence based, and deeply personalized. We don’t offer one size fits all protocols. We offer real medicine, real results, and real support every step of the way.