Our Medical Wellness Programs
Medical wellness at our plastic surgery clinic covers four core programs. Each program targets a different aspect of internal health, allowing treatment to be tailored to your specific goals.
Medical Weight Loss
Our medical weight loss program uses FDA-approved medications, including semaglutide (a glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide receptor agonist, or GIP-1) and tirzepatide (a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist), to support physician-guided weight reduction at a pace your body can maintain.
Sustainable weight loss requires more than motivation. Your treatment plan evolves over time, with adjustments made during scheduled monitoring visits. Nutritional support and transition planning are also included, providing a structured path through the active treatment phase and beyond.
Hormone Therapy
Hormonal imbalances do not always show up dramatically. Persistent fatigue, unexplained weight gain, mood instability, low libido, and cognitive fog are common experiences for men and women with suboptimal hormone levels, even when standard tests return results within the normal range.
Our hormone therapy program uses bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), which involves hormones designed to match the chemical structure of those naturally produced by the body, to help support hormonal balance. Treatment is developed from detailed lab work and a thorough symptom review, targeting measurable improvements in energy, metabolism, mood, and overall quality of life. This program is particularly impactful for patients managing age-related hormonal shifts alongside other aesthetic or surgical goals.
Ozempic Face Treatment
GLP-1 medications are highly effective for weight loss. One side effect some patients notice is facial volume loss, which can create a gaunt or hollow appearance even when the rest of the body responds well to treatment.
Our Ozempic Face Treatment is a non-surgical facial rejuvenation program designed for exactly this. Using dermal fillers, neuromodulators, and collagen stimulators, our medical aesthetics team restores facial volume and contours in proportion with your overall physique. The result is an appearance that reflects the complete success of your weight-loss progress.
Pendulum x VedaNu: Gut and Metabolic Support
A healthy gut microbiome supports how your body manages blood sugar, processes nutrients, and regulates cravings. For patients working toward or maintaining their weight-loss results, gut health is a foundational layer that is often overlooked.
VedaNu partners with Pendulum, a clinically informed probiotic line built around specialized strains, including live Akkermansia, a beneficial gut bacteria strain associated with metabolic health that supports gut lining integrity and metabolic balance. Unlike generic store-bought blends, Pendulum’s formulas are developed using advanced microbiome research and are produced in controlled conditions to keep active strains effective. The team recommends Pendulum x Vedanu as a daily complement to your weight loss program and can help you identify which formula best fits your goals.
A Structured Wellness Journey at VedaNu
Every wellness program at VedaNu follows a structured process that supports you from the initial assessment through long-term maintenance.
Starting with a Comprehensive Medical Consultation
Your consultation is a clinical conversation. Our expert medical providers review your full health history, current symptoms, lifestyle factors, and personal goals. For hormone therapy patients, detailed lab work is completed before any protocol is recommended, giving the team a complete picture of their hormonal baseline.
You will leave with a clear understanding of which programs are appropriate for your goals, a proposed treatment timeline, and honest answers to your questions about what to expect.
Personalized Treatment Plans That Adapt Over Time
Your treatment unfolds over a series of appointments, with protocols that evolve based on how your body responds. Medical weight loss patients attend scheduled check-ins to review progress and adjust dosing as needed.
Hormone therapy patients receive follow-up lab work to keep hormone levels optimized over time. For Ozempic Face Treatment patients, sessions are planned based on the degree of volume loss and the pace of your progress. Each appointment includes a direct provider review of your progress and protocol.
Recovery, Monitoring, and Long-Term Support
Non-surgical wellness treatments involve minimal to no downtime. You can typically resume normal activity following most sessions. Some mild effects, such as temporary injection site sensitivity or initial adjustment to a new medication, may occur and are reviewed with you during your consultation.
Between appointments, you have access to your care team for dosing questions, symptom check-ins, or general concerns.
Why Patients Choose VedaNu
Your Programs Work Together
At VedaNu, your care is designed as a connected system rather than a collection of isolated treatments. If weight loss reveals changes to your facial structure, the medical aesthetics team can address that. If your results create the right conditions for a body procedure, surgical planning is available within the same practice, informed by the same clinical history. You are not starting over with a new provider at each stage.
- Integrated care across weight loss, hormone therapy, injectables, skincare products, and surgery
- One practice holds your full clinical history from day one
- Each program actively informs what comes next
Surgical-Grade Clinical Standards
The wellness programs at VedaNu are shaped by a surgical standard of care that most non-surgical clinics do not operate within. Dr. James Chao and his team bring more than 25 years of experience in plastic, reconstructive, and hand surgery to the practice.
- Protocols built and monitored with surgical precision
- Medical oversight at every stage, not just at intake
- Clinical accountability that goes beyond what a wellness-only practice offers
Built Around Your Exit, Not Your Enrollment
What you will not find here is a program designed to keep you enrolled. VedaNu builds maintenance and exit planning into every protocol from the start. The goal is to get you to a point where your results are stable and self-sustaining, with support available when you need it and a clear path forward when you do not.
You can book a consultation with our team to receive a personalized assessment of which wellness treatments are the right fit for your goals. We work with patients throughout San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Santa Fe, and nearby areas. Contact us today. We are ready to answer your questions and build a plan that fits your life.
FAQs About Wellness Treatments
Who is a good candidate for medical wellness programs at VedaNu?
How long does it take to see results from medical weight loss or hormone therapy?
Timelines vary by individual and program. Medical weight loss results depend on your starting point, dosing, and how your body responds over time. For hormone therapy, many patients begin noticing early changes within a few weeks, with the most meaningful results developing over three to six months of consistent treatment. Your provider will give you a realistic picture based on your specific case.
Can I combine multiple wellness programs at the same time?
Many patients benefit from combining programs, such as medical weight loss alongside Pendulum gut health support, or hormone therapy paired with medical aesthetics treatments. The VedaNu team will assess your goals and recommend a sequencing plan that is safe, effective, and manageable.
Is the Ozempic Face Treatment only for patients on GLP-1 medications?
No. The Ozempic Face Treatment addresses facial volume loss associated with rapid weight changes. Patients who have lost significant weight through any method and are experiencing facial deflation can be good candidates. A consultation with our medical aesthetics team will determine the right approach for your situation.
What happens after I complete a wellness program?
Completion of an active program does not end the care relationship. VedaNu builds maintenance planning into every program. Patients who have completed a weight-loss program often transition to metabolic maintenance strategies, such as Pendulum’s gut health support, as a daily foundation for ongoing balance. Hormone therapy patients receive ongoing lab monitoring to keep levels optimized. Long-term wellness is the goal, and we support you in reaching it.