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Doctor-guided GLP-1 care for Waterbury, CT
Evidence-based care. Clear monthly pricing with no hidden fees or added taxes. Doctor support when you need it.
GLP-1 Programs
from $112/mo
- Compounded Semaglutide and Tirzepatide
- Oral and injectable options
- Unlimited video visits and messaging with your doctor
It takes about 2 minutes. A doctor reviews your information at no cost. You pay only if you choose medication.
Five simple steps, starting online
Fill intake
Tell us about your health and goals.
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Request care
Choose an online request, written message, or video visit.
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Get reviewed
A doctor licensed in Connecticut decides whether treatment is right for you.
Meet the team
Subscribe
If prescribed, start your subscription and we'll order your medication.
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Get meds
Your medication ships directly from a licensed U.S. pharmacy, anywhere in Connecticut.
Your pharmacyThree ways to request care
Request medication online
FastestKnow what you want? Send it for review — no appointment needed.
Message a doctor
If you have questionsAsk anything and weigh your options in writing.
Book a video visit
If you'd rather talkTalk it through live and decide together.
In every case a licensed doctor reviews your information and makes the final prescribing decision.
Care continues after you start
Dose adjustment
Example tirzepatide dosing over time
Message or video visit your doctor any time
Questions about your treatment, side effects, adjusting your dose — whatever it is, just reach out.
Personally adjusted dosage throughout your journey
Your doctor finds the dose that works for you, based on your needs and tolerability.
Upfront pricing
Your monthly price depends on the program and dose your doctor prescribes. The price you see is the whole price — no membership fees, shipping fees, or added taxes. The cost is billed monthly. You can cancel your order and your subscription any time before the order is sent to the pharmacy; once it has been sent, you can cancel your subscription 30 days after the date the order was placed. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
Oral semaglutide
- Once-daily drops under the tongue
- Unlimited text and video visits with your doctor
Dose tiers & prices
| Stage | Dose | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Starting | 2–4 mg/day | $112/mo |
| Medium | >4–8 mg/day | $189/mo |
| High-dose | >8–12 mg/day | $258/mo |
Semaglutide
- Self-administered weekly injections
- Unlimited text and video visits with your doctor
Dose tiers & prices
| Stage | Dose | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Starting | 0.24–0.48 mg/wk | $135/mo |
| Medium | >0.48–1.2 mg/wk | $159/mo |
| High-dose | >1.2–2.4 mg/wk | $199/mo |
Tirzepatide
- Self-administered weekly injections
- Unlimited text and video visits with your doctor
Dose tiers & prices
| Stage | Dose | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Starting | 2.5–5 mg/wk | $169/mo |
| Medium | >5–10 mg/wk | $219/mo |
| High-dose | >10–15 mg/wk | $269/mo |
Meet your doctor
Every prescription is reviewed and written by a doctor licensed in Connecticut.
James Simmons, MD
I work only with evidence-based treatments, and my job is to help you make an informed decision.
“Researched a medication yourself? Bring it. I'm more than open to talking it through — we'll find what works for you, within what the evidence and the law allow.”View my credentials and state licenses
Meet your pharmacies
We work only with licensed US pharmacies compounding under Section 503A.
Your prescription is filled by one of these partners, depending on your medication and location.
What people say
We ask our patients to leave a review on Google Maps, and that's what we have.
Lyndee Owens
June 2026Super easy process! The online doctor consultation was quick and convenient. Plus my medication arrived in the mail much faster than I expected. Great communication and an overall smooth experience.
Madison Gandy
June 2026Gentle Health has been amazing for my husband & I! We have collectively lost over 50lbs since January, with their products. Fast delivery and reliable customer service! Highly recommend if you’re looking for weight loss solutions.
Kara Holiman
June 2026The team at Gentle Health are top notch. I can’t recommend them enough. Such a great local find. Down 25lbs since starting! 10/10
Your money goes toward your care
A simpler operation means fewer unrelated costs built into your monthly price.
What the same dose costs
Pick a program and dose to update the chart.
The price at the higher doses within 2.5–5 mg/wk.
Prices as of August 2026, from each company’s published pricing.
What you pay for
- Medication
- Doctor reviews and dose decisions
- Messaging and video visits
- Refrigerated delivery
- Licenses and independent quality checks
Costs we cut
- Insurance billing and prior authorizations
- Repeated paperwork
- Administrative layers
- Large advertising campaigns
- Paying extra for the brand
GLP-1 telehealth in Connecticut: how it works.
Telehealth rules vary by state, and so does how our service works. Here is exactly what to expect in Connecticut — with the public records to verify our licensure.
- In Connecticut, a licensed physician reviews your medical intake online and decides whether a video visit is needed.
- James Simmons, MD is licensed to practice in Connecticut (license 086482). Verify it yourself with the Connecticut Medical Examining Board (CT Department of Public Health).
Law and coverage answers checked against primary sources on September 16, 2026.
Do I need to visit a clinic in Waterbury?
No. You complete the intake online and a physician licensed in Connecticut reviews it — no clinic and no video visit needed. Your medication ships overnight from a licensed US pharmacy to your Waterbury address.
How much does GLP-1 treatment cost in Waterbury?
Treatment costs the same in Waterbury as anywhere in Connecticut: from $112/month for semaglutide oral drops, from $135/month for weekly semaglutide injections, and from $169/month for tirzepatide. Each price covers the medication itself, every doctor visit, and overnight shipping. There is no membership fee, and you pay nothing for the intake or your doctor's first review or visit.
Can I get semaglutide or tirzepatide in Waterbury?
Yes. Semaglutide is available to Waterbury patients as once-daily oral drops or a weekly injection, and tirzepatide as a weekly injection, prescribed after an online medical review with a physician licensed in Connecticut and shipped overnight from a licensed US pharmacy.
How does medication delivery work in Waterbury?
Your prescription is filled by a licensed US pharmacy and shipped overnight in refrigerated, cold-chain packaging to your Waterbury address, with no pharmacy pickup. Refills ship the same way.
How fast does medication arrive in Waterbury?
Once you start medication, the pharmacy typically fills and ships your order within 5–7 business days, and it travels overnight once it ships.
Do you take insurance?
Not at this time. We charge one all-in monthly price with the medication, doctor visits, and shipping included, so there is no prior authorization. HSA and FSA cards are accepted at checkout, and we provide itemized receipts and a Letter of Medical Necessity on request.
Who prescribes my medication?
James Simmons, MD, our medical director, is licensed in Connecticut and board-certified in emergency medicine (ABEM). He personally reviews your intake, meets with you over video when either of you wants a visit, and supervises your treatment over time.
More Connecticut cities we serve
Visits are over video and medication ships overnight anywhere in Connecticut, so care is the same in every city:
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- Every state we serve
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