Medi-Weightloss® is the leading clinically supervised weight loss brand in the U.S., with 130+ sold locations in 27 states. Having helped over 400,000 patients lose over 9 million total pounds to date (as of 8/2024), our program is known as The One That Works!®. Our clinically-proven and safe protocols deliver results and are backed by published literature.
Patients receive an individualized care plan based on their goals, health status, and medical history. Weekly consultations support program compliance with counseling time in a supportive environment. Medi-Weightloss clinics have diverse revenue streams, comprised of:
– Patient visits: Self-pay and medical insurance reimbursement opportunities
– In-office treatments: Prescription weight loss medications, injections, and IV therapy
– Weight loss support products: Food & Supplements
Owning a Medi-Weightloss clinic can also enable the delivery of a Corporate Wellness Program to employers in your community. With healthcare expenses reaching 19% of GDP, employers are seeking opportunities to reduce the cost of care for their beneficiaries.
Obesity is a disease that raises the morbidity from a range of chronic conditions, and the U.S. population has never been more overweight. The CDC estimates that 74% adults are overweight or obese, which translates into an incredibly large market, and one where great satisfaction can be derived from impacting lives. Recent advancements in prescription therapies coupled with the Medi-Weightloss program can deliver safe, effective, and life-changing results!
Franchised Units: 130+
Company Owned Units: 17
States Registered In: All - Except HI
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
CA Regulations are that only a physican can own a Medi-Weightloss location. Please note that this is the only State that has that requirement.
Minimum Net Worth: $400,000
Franchise Fee: $45,000, 2 pack is $75,000. 3 pack is $90,000
Royalty: 10%
Ad: 1%
Average Number of Employees: 3 - 5
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Semi-Absentee Ownership: yes
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes- 10%
Other Financial Terms: Initial Investment and Prospect Qualifications
The franchise fee is $45,000, the Initial Package is $49,000, the training fee is $5,000. Your total initial investment due at time of signing is $99,000.
$54,000 of the $99,000 includes all of the medical equipment, capital equipment, product, supplies, ancillary items, and training - basically everything other than your furniture, fixtures, computer and telephones that you need to open your franchise.
The $54,000 also includes all of the training for the week in Tampa, In addition, during opening week our team will come out to your location for the grand opening.
In order for a candidate to acquire a single Medi-Weightloss(R) location they must have the below assets:
Semi-Absentee Owner: $100,000 in liquid assets. $400,000 in Net Worth.
Owner Operator: $150,000 in liquid assets. $500,000 in New Worth.
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training:
Medi-Weightloss® offers initial training, on-going training, annual meetings, help lines, marketing and public relations assistance, compliance assistance, and central purchasing. An award-winning clinical research team and the most extensive support staff in franchising that supports franchisees. Franchisees gain access to our advanced, proprietary EMR/CRM Software, which allows them to do business when they are unable to be on-site. And, they are provided the opportunity to share in the residual profit from the Medi-Weightloss® Signature Supplement and Product line.
Medi-Weightloss® offers a comprehensive five-day training program at the Corporate Office in Tampa, FL for both franchisees AND their entire staff. Training encompasses all the following areas:
The Medi-Weightloss® Program
Medi-Weightloss® Adolescent Program
Clinic Management Software with integrated electronic health record (Advantage)
Sales Training and Customer Service
Medical Guidelines and Protocol
Compliance and Pharmacy Management
Signature Supplements and Products
Marketing Policies and Programs
Operations and Finance
Nutrition and Exercise Counseling
IV therapy
Additionally, your Medi-Weightloss® Regional Franchise Consultant will be on-site for your grand opening to continue training and prepare you for the opening. The areas of focus are:
Daily Operations and Patient Flow
Counseling and Coaching Strategies
Creating a positive and consistent patient experience
Sales and Objection Handling
Inventory Management Products, Supplements, and Medication
Creating Office Procedures and Understanding Reports
Equipment Operations
Compliance
After your opening, a Franchise Consultant and other corporate employees visit your franchise periodically for:
Compliance Education and Auditing
Generalized Continued Training and Support
There is on-going training via online resources (manuals, standard operating procedures, how-to-guides), online courses, webinars, and periodic events (regional or system wide meetings).
Candidates that have a background in health care, B2B/B2C sales, corporate leadership, or previous multi-site experience are skill sets with demonstrated success.