MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS · HORMONE OPTIMIZATION · KANSAS
A plan built for your body.
Support every step of the way.
Here’s exactly what working with Merit looks like — from your first conversation to long-term results. No surprises, no overwhelm.
· Certified Specialists in Obesity and Weight Management · Topeka and Leawood, Kansas
THE JOURNEY
Three steps. Clear from the start.
No overwhelm, no guesswork — just a clear, supported path forward.
Free · 15–20 minute phone consultation
Book your free consultation.
We learn about you — your history, what you've tried, and what you want. You ask us anything. No commitment, no pressure.
Your First Month
Start your Foundational Month.
This is where everyone begins. One comprehensive visit that covers everything we need to build your plan.
Comprehensive visit with your medication provider
Treatment planning — your personalized roadmap
Body composition scan + InBody app access
Comprehensive wellness labs
Merit Method Guidebook
Merit Journal
On-demand video library access
Weekly newsletter signup
Ongoing · Monthly membership
Get ongoing support.
Regular check-ins, plan adjustments, continued access to your care team, and nutrition guidance. We stay with you through the plateaus and the wins.
THE MERIT METHOD SYSTEM
It’s not just a plan.
It’s a complete system.
When you join Merit you get more than a personalized treatment plan. You get a full toolkit — built from a combined 20 years of real wellness clinical experience — so you always know what to do next.
Merit Method Guidebook
Our signature framework for sustainable weight loss and hormone health — including real-life strategies, nutrition guidance, and recipes developed from 20 years of working with patients. Everything in one place.
Merit Method Journal
A daily companion designed to keep you focused and accountable between appointments. Track your progress, your wins, and what's working.
Weekly Newsletter
Every week in your inbox — fresh inspiration, a quick actionable tip, and a meal plan that actually fits real life. The kind of support that keeps you moving forward between appointments.
On-Demand Video Library
Real-life tips that have worked — from 20 years of clinical experience. Videos covering the topics our clients ask about most:
Managing cravings
Breaking through plateaus
Night eating
Gut health
Cravings
Sustainable habits
***Your guidebook, journal, video library, and weekly newsletter are all included in your Foundational Month — so you're fully equipped from day one, not just medicated and sent home.
ABOUT MEDICATION
Most clinics offer one medication. We use the full toolkit.
GLP-1s get a lot of attention — and they work well for many women. But they’re not the right fit for everyone, and they’re rarely the whole answer. We use the full range of FDA-approved weight loss medications and layer them based on your labs, your hormones, and what your body actually responds to.
“If you’ve tried a GLP-1s elsewhere and it didn’t work — that’s not the end of the road. It just means you need a different combination.”
-The Merit approach to medication
GLP-1 Injections
Weekly injectable medications that reduce appetite and support blood sugar balance. Among the most clinically studied weight loss medications available.
Craving support
Medications that reduce appetite, curb cravings, and help break the cycle of emotional or compulsive eating — including options specifically approved for binge eating disorder.
Stimulant Appetite Suppressants
Fast-acting prescription medications that reduce hunger and increase energy — often used short-term or in combination with other treatments.
COMBINATION & LAYERING
Our biggest differentiator
Metabolic support
Medications that improve how your body processes blood sugar and responds to insulin — often used alongside other treatments to enhance and sustain results.
Binge Eating Disorder
The only FDA-approved medication specifically indicated for binge eating disorder — a real, clinical condition that affects far more women than most people realize. If food feels out of control, this may be part of your plan.
Some bodies respond best to a carefully layered combination of two or more medications. This is where Merit's approach is genuinely different from most clinics — we adjust and layer until we find what works for you.
***Every medication decision is based on your labs, your health history, and your goals. We run prescriptions through your insurance when applicable. HSA/FSA accepted.
GLP-1 Oral Medications
The same GLP-1 class of medication in a daily oral form — a great option for those who prefer not to inject.
HORMONE OPTIMIZATION
Weight loss and hormones work together. We treat both.
Hormones affect everything — your weight, your energy, your sleep, your mood. When they're out of balance, even the best medication plan won't produce the results it should. That's why hormone optimization is a core part of what we do at Merit — not an afterthought.
Ongoing Monitoring
We retest regularly and adjust as your body responds. Hormones change — your treatment should too.
***Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy is personalized to you — based on your labs, your health history, and your goals. We never prescribe a one-size-fits-all protocol, and it is not required.
How we treat it
Based on your lab results, your provider builds a hormone treatment plan that's integrated directly into your overall weight loss plan.
Why it matters for weight loss
Declining estrogen, low testosterone, and elevated cortisol all make weight loss harder. Addressing them makes everything else work better.
INVESTMENT
Simple, transparent pricing — no surprises.
We use a two-step model. You start with a Foundational Month that covers everything needed to build your personalized plan. Then a simple monthly membership keeps the support and momentum going.
STEP 1 — START HERE
$449
Welcome Month one-time payment
Everything you need to understand your body and build a plan that's genuinely yours. This is where it all begins.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Comprehensive wellness blood work — including hormones
Body composition scan
Consultation with a weight loss specialist
Hormone specialist consultation (if recommended)
Your personalized plan
Merit Method journal and onboarding resources
Weekly newsletter and meal plan guidance
STEP 1 — ONGOING SUPPORT
$229
Monthly Membership
Continued support, accountability, and plan adjustments — so your results keep going long after the first month.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Ongoing support and accountability
Regular check-ins and plan adjustments
Continued access to your care team
Monthly check in with your providers
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance
Weekly newsletter and meal plan guidance
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
GLP-1 Injections
Priced per injection — not bundled into your monthly fee. You only pay when you need them.
Vitamin Injections
Available as needed to support energy, metabolism, and overall wellness.
Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy
Insurance applied when possible
We run prescriptions through your insurance when applicable — so you're never paying more than you need to.
Have questions about what's right for your situation? We go over everything during your free consultation — no pressure, no commitment, just clarity.
Medical-grade supplements
Recommended based on your labs and plan. Available for purchase — never required.
We sent all prescriptions directly to your preferred pharmacy — wherever is most convenient for you.
REAL RESULTS
From women who’ve been exactly where you are.
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“Merit has been the best thing that I have ever done in my life they are encouraging, self lifting and all around lifesavers.”
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Karen B, 125 pounds lost.
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“Book the consultation! It will only take a few minutes to realize how friendly and supportive every single person who works at Merit is. You absolutely will not regret it!”
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Amber T, 40 pounds lost
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“Throughout my weight-loss journey with Merit I found my joy, happiness, confidence and love for life again!”
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Yolanda N, 85 pounds lost
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"I love the menu items i receive, it's given me great ideas on more healthy heating. I can't say enough good things about Merit and how they helped me! I'd recommend them 100%"
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Holly, 30 pounds lost
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"Don’t put it off, this was the best decision coming to Merit! I feel like this has been the easiest weight-loss journey I’ve ever been on!"
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Kathy M, 200 pounds lost
Answers to what most people ask first.
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No. Medication is only recommended if it makes sense for your body and your goals. Some clients do well with hormone optimization and lifestyle changes alone. We'll always explain your options before recommending anything.
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Most clients notice changes within 4–8 weeks — on the scale and in how they feel. Everyone's body is different, and we'll set honest expectations from the start. We're focused on results that last, not a fast number that bounces back.
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We adjust your plan. Plateaus are normal and our specialty — what matters is having a team that knows how to respond. We look at what’s changed and update your approach accordingly.
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Merit membership is not covered by insurance. We’ll go over all costs clearly during your consultation.
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Yes — and this is more common than you think. Medication alone, without hormone support or proper oversight, often falls short. We look at what was missing before and build a more complete plan. Many of our best outcomes come from clients who felt like they’d already tried everything.
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Follow-ups can be done virtually. Your initial evaluation requires an in-person visit at our Topeka or Leawood location. We’ll walk you through the details during your consultation.
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Online services give you a prescription. Merit gives you a full plan — labs, hormone evaluation, nutrition guidance, and a team that monitors your progress and adjusts as you go. Medication without that support often leads to short-term results that don’t last.
WHAT’S POSSIBLE
What does another year of this actually cost you?
Another year of programs that weren’t built for your body. Another year of feeling frustrated and tired. We’ve watched women wait - and we’ve watched them wish they hadn’t.
You don’t have to keep feeling this way.
READY TO START?
Your free consultation is the only first step you need.
No commitment, no pressure — just an honest talk with one of our nurses about what’s going on and how we can help.
Topeka and Leawood (Kansas City) · Merit Weight Loss & Wellness