Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic

Clinic Profile

Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic is a weight loss center with multiple locations across the Bay Area in California, including Fremont.

The clinic focuses on medically supervised outpatient weight loss programs. The research states that services include low-calorie meal plans, FDA-approved appetite suppressants, GLP-1 medications such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide, B-12 shots, and Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic emphasizes a personalized approach that combines nutrition, exercise, medication, and support.

The clinic operates on a drop-in basis, which means no appointments are necessary for initial or follow-up visits.

The research also states that Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic does not accept insurance programs directly, but patients may be able to seek reimbursement by submitting an itemized receipt to their insurer.

Background and History

Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic was founded in 2000 by Dr. Ronald T. Weiland.

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The research states that Dr. Weiland expanded the clinic from one site to seven weight loss centers in the Bay Area. After Dr. Weiland’s passing in 2014, his son, Ron Weiland, became the Clinic Director, and Dr. William Brown became the Medical Director.

The clinic’s philosophy, as described in the research, centers on behavior adjustment regarding food, regular exercise, and prescribed appetite suppressants rather than fad diets.

Services and Programs

Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic offers a comprehensive weight loss program.

The research states that the program includes:

• Low-calorie meal plans
• FDA-approved appetite suppressants such as Phentermine
• GLP-1 medications including Semaglutide and Tirzepatide
• Vitamin B-12 and Lipotropic injections
• Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy consultations and treatments
• Cosmetic injectables such as Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, Juvederm, and Restylane

The clinic states that GLP-1 medications are prescribed after a thorough medical evaluation. These medications are described as helping regulate blood sugar and appetite, reducing hunger, and improving satiety for sustainable weight loss.

The clinic also states that it does not use HCG-based protocols. The research notes that the clinic cites studies showing that HCG is no more effective than a placebo and that ultra-low calorie diets with HCG may pose health risks.

Doctors and Medical Professionals

The research identifies the following medical and leadership professionals connected with Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic:

Dr. Ronald T. Weiland

Dr. Ronald T. Weiland is listed as the founder of Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic in 2000.

Dr. William Brown

Dr. William Brown is listed as the Medical Director.

Ron Weiland

Ron Weiland is listed as the Clinic Director.

The clinic also states that its programs are medically supervised and delivered by experienced professionals. The research further notes that the clinic employs a licensed specialist for medication dosages.

Reviews and Patient Feedback

Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic has mixed but generally positive feedback in the available research.

The research states that on Groupon, the clinic has a rating of 4.3 based on 60 reviews.

Positive themes include professional and helpful staff, good doctor interactions, and effective plans. One negative review mentioned pills affecting sleep and a lack of follow-up regarding issues.

The Better Business Bureau also lists Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic with an A+ rating, although it is not a BBB Accredited Business.

Testimonials and Quotes

The research includes the following patient statements:

“So far, love it! Very nice doctor and looking forward to continuing with their services.”

“This is a nice Groupon. Professional staff. Would go back. Feeling good and looking good!”

“very helpful and informative.”

“Pleasant, easy going atmosphere. Simple plan, easy to follow. Thanks!”

“I was fast to be seen. he explains and answers questions clearly. I will go again.”

Pricing and Value Signals

The research states that the initial visit includes a physician consultation, medical history review, body composition data recording, goal setting, low-calorie meal plans, and four weeks of appetite suppressants or GLP-1 prescriptions, depending on medical clearance.

Follow-up visits involve monitoring progress, updating medical charts, answering questions, evaluating medication results, and dispensing additional appetite suppressants.

The clinic describes its appetite suppressant program as affordable.

The research notes that Ameri-Cal Weight Clinic does not accept insurance for payment, but it does provide itemized receipts for possible patient reimbursement.

The program has no set length and does not require long-term contracts.

The research also mentions an expired Groupon offer for $79 for a four-week medical weight-loss program, with subsequent follow-up visits listed at an additional $150.

Verification Notes

The research states that while Dr. William Brown is named as Medical Director, detailed credentials are not readily available on the clinic’s website.

Specific pricing for Semaglutide is not clearly listed on the clinic’s website. The clinic states that its prices are competitive and that it does not use hidden add-on fees for dosage increases, but actual GLP-1 pricing is not publicly detailed.

The research also notes that external reviews appear limited beyond Groupon and the BBB profile.

The clinic states that it uses FDA-approved appetite suppressants and GLP-1 prescriptions, but the specific pharmacy and medication sourcing details are not clearly outlined on the main program page.

The research further states that the clinic does not perform EKG or blood workups and instead assumes patients complete these during their annual physical exam.