New Viva MD Weight Loss

Clinic Profile

Name: New Viva MD Weight Loss
Location: 2390 W Ray Rd #1, Chandler, AZ 85224
Phone: (480) 331-4316

Operating Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

New Viva MD Weight Loss is a physician-supervised medical weight management clinic that provides personalized treatment programs designed to address multiple factors affecting weight and health. The clinic focuses on managing weight while helping prevent chronic conditions related to obesity.

The practice serves patients in Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, Ahwatukee, and Phoenix, Arizona.

The clinic’s lead physician is Dr. Arpita Surkunte. The clinic’s National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689219057, which was enumerated on November 8, 2019.

Background and History

New Viva MD Weight Loss was founded in August 2019 by Dr. Arpita Surkunte.

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The clinic’s mission is to provide physician-supervised weight management programs tailored to each patient’s needs while also addressing and preventing chronic diseases related to weight.

The clinic’s treatment philosophy incorporates lifestyle medicine to identify and address underlying causes of obesity and related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and fatty liver disease.

Services and Programs

Physician-Supervised Weight Management

New Viva MD Weight Loss offers customized weight management plans that consider multiple health and lifestyle factors, including:

• Genetics

• Medical conditions

• Medications

• Hormonal factors

• Age

• Family history

Initial Medical Evaluation

The initial evaluation includes a detailed medical assessment, which may involve:

• Physical examination

• Waist measurement

• Body composition analysis

• Medical history review

• Laboratory testing

Laboratory testing may assess:

• Insulin resistance

• Metabolic disease risk

• Cardiovascular risk factors

• Kidney and liver function

• Thyroid function

• Uric acid levels

• Early diabetes markers

• Electrolyte levels

• Vitamin levels

• Cholesterol abnormalities

Lifestyle Counseling

Patients receive guidance on nutrition, exercise, and activity levels as part of their personalized treatment plan.

Medication and Supplement Recommendations

Treatment plans may include medical recommendations and prescriptions tailored to the patient’s health status and weight management goals.

Medication options reported to be used in treatment programs include:

• Semaglutide

• Tirzepatide

• Contrave

• Phentermine

• Saxenda

Compounded formulations of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide are also mentioned.

Ongoing Monitoring

Patients participate in follow-up visits to monitor progress and adjust medications or treatment plans as needed. Monitoring may address both weight loss goals and related health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol abnormalities.

Hormone Replacement Therapy

The clinic also offers hormone replacement therapy services.

Long-Term Health Focus

Programs emphasize long-term weight loss maintenance and prevention of chronic disease.

Doctors and Medical Professionals

Dr. Arpita Surkunte, MD

Dr. Arpita Surkunte is the founder and lead physician of New Viva MD Weight Loss.

She is:

• Board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine

• A Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine

Her education and training include:

• Medical degree from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College in Mumbai, India (2002)

• Internship and residency training at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona

Dr. Surkunte has more than a decade of experience as a primary care physician and hospitalist.

She is also pursuing additional accreditation as a Lifestyle Medicine Physician through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and as an Obesity Medicine Physician through the Obesity Medicine Association.

Reviews and Patient Feedback

New Viva MD Weight Loss has received strong patient feedback.

• Average Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars

• Total Reviews: Approximately 992 reviews on one major review platform

Positive Feedback Themes

Patients frequently mention:

• Effective and personalized weight loss programs

• Compassionate and knowledgeable care from Dr. Surkunte

• Supportive and helpful clinic staff

• A holistic and science-based approach to treatment

• Significant weight loss and improvements in overall health

Negative Feedback

Some patients reported occasional difficulties with communication or appointment scheduling.

No major negative red flags were identified in publicly available sources.

Testimonials and Quotes

Several patient testimonials describe positive experiences with the clinic and its programs:

• “Dr. Surkunte is an excellent doctor. I am completely confident in her abilities and trust her with my health.”

• “I was very skeptical going in but I’ve had a great experience here. I’ve lost over 25 pounds.”

• “Dr. S and her team have been monumental in my weight loss and maintenance journey.”

• “This is the best weight-loss program. The support you get from the staff is like no other support you will ever receive.”

• “In just over three months I’m down 50 pounds. No shots or medicine, just meal replacements and structured meals each day.”

• “She is compassionate, empathetic, and extremely thorough in her interactions with patients.”

• “I’m down more than 50 pounds and healthier than ever before.”

• “Dr. Surkunte wants to see you succeed and provides detailed medical guidance and practical tips.”

• “Her program helped me change my eating habits and improve my overall health.”

• “I found Dr. Surkunte after struggling with other weight loss programs and she understood my frustrations.”

Pricing and Value Signals

The clinic does not publicly list detailed pricing for consultations, treatment packages, or medications.

New Viva MD provides a Good Faith Estimate for non-emergency services in compliance with healthcare billing transparency regulations. Patients may dispute bills that exceed the estimate by $400 or more.

The clinic mentions both cash payment options and insurance coverage, although specific pricing structures are not publicly listed.

Regional examples from other clinics indicate:

• Initial consultations for weight loss programs may be approximately $350

• Monthly follow-up appointments may cost around $150

• Dietitian visits may cost around $75

Medication costs for GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Semaglutide and Tirzepatide can vary widely.

• Compounded medications may range from $85 to $310 per month

• Retail medication prices may range from $300 to $750 per month or higher depending on dosage and insurance coverage

New Viva MD lists Semaglutide and Tirzepatide among treatment options but does not provide specific pricing details.

Risks, Gaps, and Verification Notes

Federal regulatory changes reported for May 2025 may restrict the sale of compounded Semaglutide injections by Arizona compounding pharmacies, which could affect availability for clinics offering compounded formulations.

The clinic’s exact establishment date beyond its NPI enumeration in November 2019 is not clearly documented.

Pricing transparency is limited because detailed package and medication costs are not publicly available.

Although patient feedback is largely positive, broader reviews across multiple independent platforms could provide a more comprehensive evaluation.

Some website links referencing additional articles or information appear to be non-functional or unclear.

No information was found linking Dr. Azza Halim to New Viva MD; available information identifies Dr. Arpita Surkunte as the clinic’s primary physician.