MIRABILE M.D Benefits of Medically Supervised Weight-loss and Nutrition
Article by Corinn Ayers
Mirabile M.D. in Overland Park has been providing medically supervised weight loss and nutrition programs for 15 years. Nutritionist Charidy Matney has been with the program since it started and says the focus is on helping patients build habits that improve their health over the long term.
“Many people want to lose weight quickly, but what we do here is help them make changes they can keep,” Matney says. “We look at their overall health and work on nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle.”
Each new patient begins with a consultation that includes blood tests to check things like blood sugar levels and other important markers. This information helps the team create a personalized plan based on the patient’s unique health needs. Depending on the situation, the plan will include nutrition coaching, supplements, and sometimes medication like GLP-1 injections or oral appetite suppressants.
Matney explains that Mirabile M.D. offers two program options: one with weekly visits and another with monthly visits. She recommends the weekly program for those who can commit to it, as regular appointments provide more consistent support and accountability. Weekly visits always include vitamin B12 shots to help boost energy and metabolism. Patients in either program often see health improvements that allow them, with their doctors’ approval, to reduce or stop other medications, which many find encouraging and motivating.
The program aims to help patients feel better not only physically but mentally. Matney says many patients start the program feeling frustrated or stuck. “Once they begin eating better and moving more, their mood improves and they feel more confident,” she explains.
Activity goals are realistic and tailored to the individual. For example, someone with a mostly sedentary job might only get 2,000 to 4,000 steps a day. Matney encourages increasing that to around 7,000 steps daily, which can lower risks for conditions like diabetes and improve mental health. She also recommends strength training when possible, since building muscle boosts metabolism and helps maintain weight loss over time.
Matney encourages anyone looking to make a positive change to start small. She suggests waking up just 15 minutes earlier to take a morning walk. “Starting your day with even a short walk can improve your mental health and set a positive tone for the rest of the day,” she says. “It’s a simple step that helps you take better care of yourself throughout the day.”
Education plays a big role in the program. Patients learn how to shop for groceries, read labels, and prepare balanced meals. This knowledge helps them continue healthy habits after reaching their weight goals. For those who meet their goals, the program offers a gradual increase in calories called “reverse dieting” to help prevent regaining weight. Many patients choose to keep coming in monthly for check-ins to stay on track, and some have been doing so for years.
In addition to nutrition support, Mirabile M.D. offers a range of wellness injections and supplements. These include vitamin D to support immunity and bone health, B-complex vitamins for energy and metabolism, L-carnitine to aid fat burning and endurance, and L-lysine for immune support and tissue repair. There’s also a Tri-Immune injection combining glutathione, vitamin C, and zinc to strengthen the body’s defenses. NAD+ injections are available too, helping with cellular repair, energy, and cognitive focus. Patients can choose which treatments fit their needs, with options for weekly or monthly administration.
GLP-1 medications have been part of Mirabile M.D.’s offerings for several years. These injections help regulate appetite and improve metabolic function, making it easier to lose weight. Matney stresses that these medications work best when combined with changes in diet and lifestyle. “Some patients expect the medication to do all the work, but without adjusting their habits, weight often returns after stopping treatment,” she says. The program provides ongoing guidance to help patients build lasting habits.
Peptide therapy will soon be added to the available treatments. Used in clinical settings for decades, peptides support muscle repair, cognitive function, energy levels, and weight management. This will give patients additional options that go beyond traditional medications and supplements, offering a more holistic approach to health.
Matney’s own health journey motivates her work.
With more than 35 years dedicated to fitness and healthy eating, she understands how challenging it can be to make lifestyle changes. “Many people think feeling tired or low energy is normal, but it doesn’t have to be,” she says. “We want to help people feel better and give them the tools to maintain it.”
Mirabile M.D. offers a personalized, medically supervised approach to weight loss that combines lab testing, nutritional education, medical treatments, and support. This approach helps patients lose weight safely and keep it off, while also improving their overall health and quality of life. The program’s emphasis on education and ongoing care ensures patients are prepared for success long after their initial goals are met.
For more on information on weight-loss options or to schedule a consultation at Mirabile M.D. Beauty, Health and Wellness, call 913.888.SKIN(7546), or visit their website mirabilemd.com
