Question 1

I travel frequently for work. Can I maintain this protocol on the road?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our practice is built for the "mobile executive." Because we are a secure telehealth practice, your consultations happen wherever you are. We design your clinical protocols—including medication and supplement logistics—to be travel-friendly, ensuring you never miss a step in your strategy, whether you’re in Grand Rapids, London, or Tokyo.

Question 2

How does this integrate with my existing Primary Care Physician (PCP)?

Accepted Answer

We view ourselves as a specialized addition to your health team, not a replacement. While your PCP focuses on acute care and general screenings, we focus on metabolic optimization and functional longevity. We are happy to share lab results and clinical notes with your existing physician to ensure a seamless, "360-degree" approach to your care.

Question 3

I am a clinician/local leader. How do you handle privacy and discretion?

Accepted Answer

Discretion is a pillar of our practice. As a private, virtual clinical partnership, there are no waiting rooms where you might encounter patients or colleagues. All data is housed in a HIPAA-compliant, encrypted executive portal. Your health strategy remains a private matter between you and your clinician.

Question 4

I’ve heard weight loss medications cause muscle loss. How do you prevent that?

Accepted Answer

This is a critical distinction between a "weight loss mill" and our practice. We don't just track the scale; we track body composition. For our high-performing clients, muscle mass is a longevity currency. We utilize specific protein-sparing protocols, resistance training guidance, and, where appropriate, peptides to ensure that you lose fat while maintaining the strength and cognitive drive that define your performance.

Question 5

I’ve tried 'wellness programs' before that felt like a hobby. Why is this different?

Accepted Answer

Most programs offer "coaching"; we provide Clinical Management. We are a medical practice led by clinicians who understand biochemistry. Our decisions are driven by advanced diagnostics, not trends. We don't give you a "plan" and hope it works; we iterate your protocol based on hard data until we achieve your optimal state.

Question 6

How much of my time will this realistically require?

Accepted Answer

We respect the "opportunity cost" of your time. Beyond the initial 60-minute diagnostic review, most check-ins are designed to be high-impact and efficient (20–30 minutes). Our secure portal allows for asynchronous messaging, so you can ask questions or report data on your schedule, not ours.

Question 7

What's not included?

Accepted Answer

The expenses related to labs, supplements, devices, and medications are not covered within our program. However, certain tests and medications may be eligible for coverage under your health insurance. We'll furnish you with a list of recommended laboratory studies, allowing you to verify coverage through your insurance provider. While PPO insurance often offers partial coverage for routine blood work at labs such as Quest and LabCorp, coverage varies significantly based on your specific plan.
Any labs not covered by your insurance must be prepaid to Rupa. This primarily includes advanced functional medicine testing, such as gut microbiome analysis, hormone assessments, cortisol testing, mold analysis, toxin screenings, food sensitivity evaluations, breath testing, and more, all provided at direct and transparent prices. Your clinician and care team will assist you in determining the most pertinent tests for your unique situation, interpreting the results, and implementing an action plan.
Our personalized treatment approach ensures consideration of your needs, preferences, and financial constraints. Laboratory test costs typically range from $500 to $4,200. We prioritize supporting you throughout this process by tailoring all testing specifically to your requirements and offering flexibility in scheduling tests to accommodate affordability. The total cost depends on the complexity of your condition, the extent of diagnostics needed, and the coverage provided by your insurance. 
If your insurance does not cover medications, we can assist you in locating discounts through platforms like www.goodrx.com or other pharmacies. Supplements can be conveniently ordered through our partner, Fullscript, though purchasing from Novaleo is never obligatory. This option ensures access to high-quality, professional-grade supplements endorsed by our practice, with efficacy verified through lab measurements for those utilizing our supplements. Supplement fees prescribed as part of your treatment plan are tailored to your individual needs and budgetary considerations.

Question 8

What type of lab tests will be ordered for me?

Accepted Answer

The exact lab testing recommended by our clinicians will depend on your individual circumstances but may include and not limited to:
 • Blood tests for specific conditions, such as high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, vitamin markers, autoimmune disease, gluten and food sensitivity and stealth infections.
 • Advanced stool testing to screen for parasites, fungal overgrowth, bacterial infections, intestinal inflammation, dysbiosis and a deficiency of beneficial gut bacteria.
 • Breath testing for gastrointestinal bacterial imbalances, such as small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).
 • Urine organic acids testing to screen for small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, fungal overgrowth, problems metabolizing fat or carbohydrates, B-vitamin status, methylation issues, detoxification capacity, oxidative stress and neurotransmitter metabolism.
 • Saliva or serum hormone testing for adrenal and sex hormone status.
 • Serum or urine testing for environmental toxins and heavy metals
 • Serum or urine testing for chronic infections and tick borne disease

Question 9

Continuous Clinical Oversight: Data-Driven Telehealth in Michigan

Accepted Answer

Traditional medicine relies on "point-in-time" snapshots—a single blood draw or a once-a-year physical. At Novaleo, we believe high-performance care requires a continuous feedback loop. Through the secure integration of your wearable technology with our clinical portal, we provide a level of clinical oversight that ensures your protocol is always aligned with your real-world physiology.

Our Integrated Intelligence Suite
We utilize data from the devices you already trust to refine your tailored clinical strategy in real-time:

• Metabolic Visibility (CGM): We leverage Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) data to observe your glycemic response to stress, sleep, and nutrition. This allows us to architect a metabolic plan unique to your biochemistry.
 • Autonomic Resilience (Oura / Apple Health): By monitoring Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and sleep architecture, we maintain oversight of your nervous system’s recovery—ensuring your high-impact lifestyle doesn't lead to burnout.
 • Hormonal & Circadian Alignment: We integrate insights from home sleep monitoring and temperature tracking to ensure your hormone optimization therapy is yielding the peak cognitive and physical drive you require.
We provide the strategy; your data provides the map.
A Secure, Private Clinical Partnership
This is a collaborative partnership built on trust. We utilize your biometric data to provide proactive oversight, not intrusion. By synthesizing these data streams into our secure, HIPAA-compliant clinical platform, we can adjust your protocol in real-time, address plateaus before they happen, and ensure your health remains your most reliable professional asset.

Question 10

Selection Criteria: Is Novaleo Your Clinical Partner?

Accepted Answer

We do not provide transactional, one-size-fits-all healthcare. We partner with a specific type of individual who recognizes that their health is the engine behind their professional and personal success.
You are likely a fit for our practice if:
 • You Value Strategy Over Transactions: You aren't looking for a "vial in the mail"; you are looking for a clinical roadmap. You understand that sustainable results come from precision data, not just a prescription.
 • Your Time is Your Most Valuable Resource: You seek the convenience of a secure, virtual practice but refuse to settle for the 10-minute "rushed" model of traditional primary care. You value depth and accessibility.
 • You Have an "Asset" Mindset: You view your biology as your most important capital. You are looking for a high-return health strategy and are willing to invest in premium, high-touch care that prioritizes your longevity.
 • You are Decisive and Coachable: You lead in your professional life, but you want a specialist to lead your health strategy. You are ready to take decisive action based on clinical data and expert guidance.
 • You Seek Intellectual Clarity: You aren't satisfied with "your labs are normal." You want to understand the why behind your metabolic health and how to optimize it for peak performance.

Who This Is Not For:
To maintain the high-touch, personalized nature of our practice, we are not a fit for:
 • Those seeking the lowest-cost "medication mill" or automated platforms.
 • Individuals looking for a "quick fix" without a commitment to functional, root-cause changes.
 • Anyone who views their health as an expense to be minimized rather than an investment to be optimized.

Question 11

The ROI of Optimal Health: Investing in Results, Not Just Prescriptions

Accepted Answer

In the era of automated "medication mills," you have many options for obtaining weight loss drugs. However, for the high-performing individual, the cheapest option often carries the highest hidden cost: the risk of sub-optimal results, muscle loss, and a lack of clinical oversight.
At Novaleo, we don't sell vials; we provide clinical outcomes.

Why an Investment Model?
1. Risk Mitigation & Safety High-performance medications like GLP-1s and Peptides are powerful tools. Without expert oversight to monitor your biomarkers and body composition, you risk metabolic "rebound" or nutrient deficiencies. We provide the safety net your health deserves.
2. The Cost of "Cheap" Low-cost providers often leave you navigating side effects alone. The time you waste trying to manage your own protocol or dealing with "support" that doesn't know your name is time taken away from your business and family. We value your time as much as you do.
3. Beyond the Scale Weight loss is the entry point; functional longevity is the goal. Our fees reflect the specialized expertise required to balance your hormones, optimize your energy, and ensure that your health supports your high-impact lifestyle for decades, not just weeks.

Transparent Value
Our pricing is structured for those who value clarity and concierge-level access. When you partner with Novaleo, you are securing a private clinical consultant dedicated to your peak performance.
"If you think professional healthcare is expensive, consider the cost of an amateur health strategy."

Question 12

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

No, we are a cash-pay practice. However, we do accept Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, FSA/HSA cards, and major credit cards.

Question 13

Disclaimer

Accepted Answer

The intent of any functional nutritional or functional medicine protocol suggested by Novaleo Weight and Wellness is to support the natural physiological and biochemical processes of the human body.
Novaleo Weight and Wellness is not a medical office and does not accept insurance.
Be advised that any nutritional program suggested at Novaleo Weight and Wellness is not intended as treatment or cure for any disease.
Novaleo Weight and Wellness does not diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. Reading the Novaleo Weight and Wellness website does not mean that you are a client of Novaleo Weight and Wellness.
Before making any changes to your diet, prescription medication, lifestyle or exercise activities, make sure to check with your medical provider first.

Question 14

Return Policy

Accepted Answer

We do not accept returns.
All items paid to outside vendors (ex. Biogenetix, Rupa Health, Fullscript, etc.) have their own customer service and return/refund policies. Please contact them directly for any return needs.

Question 15

Privacy Policy

Accepted Answer

Last updated on: 9/1/2025
 Novaleo Weight and Wellness (NWW) shares your concerns about privacy on the Internet. In order to better protect your privacy, Novaleo Weight and Wellness has provided this notice explaining its online information practices and the choices you can make about the way your information is collected and used. This Privacy Policy applies solely to the information that is collected on the website, www.novaweightandwellness , (“Website”) and does not apply to information that NWW may collect by any alternative means or media. 
Collection and Use of Your Information:
In the course of using the Website, NWW may ask users for their name, email address, postal address, mobile or other telephone number, and payment information, as well as other relevant information. In many cases, users choose the amount of information they supply. There may be instances in which some of the information that we ask users to provide is identified as mandatory and some as voluntary, such as when booking a service. In such cases, if users do not provide mandatory personal information with respect to a particular activity, users will not be able to engage in that activity. In the future (though not at this time), NWW may also collect certain information that is not personally identifiable when you visit many of our Web pages, such as the type of browser you are using, the type of operating system you are using, the domain name of your Internet service provider, aggregate data about the number of visits to the Website, and/or aggregate data about the pages visited. Information gathered through the Website may be transferred, used, and stored in the United States and in foreign jurisdictions in which we, our agents, customers, and other users of the Website are located, and by accessing the Website, you consent to the transfer, use, and storage of your information in those jurisdictions.
How NWW uses the Information:
Except as otherwise indicated, NWW uses the personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) you provide about yourself: (a) to process and fulfill your request for sessions, appointments or products; (b) to respond to any of your inquiries or questions about our products and/or services; (c) for internal marketing purposes; (d) to provide you with additional and updated information, materials; (e) to offer you other materials and/or information that NWW believes may be of interest to you; (f) to cooperate with government officials or parties in litigation under process of law, to prevent a crime, or as otherwise required by law; (g) to protect the security or integrity of the Website; (h) to protect against fraud, identity theft, or a threat of safety or destruction of property; (i) to protect against legal liability; (j) to process payment. In the future, NWW may use the information that is not personally identifiable (“Aggregate Data”) to improve the design and content of the Website and to enable NWW to personalize your online experience. NWW may use the Aggregate Data to analyze Website usage as well as create services and/or products to fit your needs. NWW shall own such Aggregate Data and may maintain copies of such as part of its records.
In all cases, however, NWWs agents, employees, and contractors who have access to Personal Information are required to protect this information in a manner that is consistent with this Privacy Policy. Furthermore, NWW encourages all its business partners to adopt and adhere to standards of protection consistent with this Privacy Policy. NWW will not use the Personal Information, except as set forth in this Privacy Policy, without your permission; provided, however, NWW shall own all such Personal Information and may maintain copies of such as part of its records. If you do not wish to receive marketing materials or advertisements regarding NWW, please contact NWW in the manner identified in the “Opt-Out” section below. 
Children:
The Website is not intended for children under the age of 18. NWW does not knowingly collect personal information from users under 18 years of age. In the event that NWW becomes aware that it has collected personal information from a user under 18 years of age, it will take steps to delete such information from its database.
Please note that at this time, NWW does NOT disclose any "personal information" to third parties for the purpose of direct marketing. 
Opt Out:
You may choose not to receive marketing materials or advertisements regarding NWW products by simply notifying NWW directly at katie@novaweightandwellness.com. Upon receipt and processing of an “opt out” request, NWW will, within a commercially reasonable amount of time, remove your information from any future unsolicited marketing communications and advertisements. Your request not to receive marketing materials or advertisements will not apply to information that you request to receive. 
Security, No Liability:
NWW has implemented security measures to help protect against the risk of loss, misuse, and alteration of any information under NWW's control. Nevertheless, such security measures may not prevent all loss, misuse, or alteration of information on the Website, and NWW is not responsible for any damages or liabilities relating to any such security failures. Although NWW takes reasonable efforts to safeguard the confidentiality of any visitor information collected, we shall have no liability for disclosure of any visitor information obtained due to errors in transmission or the unauthorized acts of third parties. Email is not a secure form of communication. Please do not send us your Social Security number, credit card number, or other personal information via email. Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the Internet or over mobile networks is not completely secure. Although we will do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your data transmitted to and from our Website or over mobile networks; any transmission is at your own risk. You understand that data and communications, including email and other electronic communications, may be accessed by unauthorized third parties when communicated over the Internet. Furthermore, the Website may contain links to other websites that do not belong to NWW. NWW is not responsible for nor can NWW ensure the privacy practices or content of such other sites, and this Privacy Policy does not apply to those other websites.
IP Addresses and Cookies:
Like other websites, NWW uses your IP address to help diagnose problems with NWW servers, to administer the Website, and for security purposes. “Cookies” are pieces of data sent from a Web server through a Web browser, which writes a file on your computer. This file enables a Web server to identify users that visit a site hosted by that server. NWW may use Cookies in order to identify you to the Website so that NWW can provide more customized information and services to you. In addition, the Website may contain advertisements that may contain Cookies. In general, if you choose, you can disable the use of Cookies by reviewing your browser’s preferences and options. Disabling the use of Cookies will make some portions of the Website inoperable. 
Modification of Privacy Policy:
NWW may change this Privacy Policy at any time by posting the changed or amended Privacy Policy on the Website. Your continued viewing of or use of the Website following the posting of any changes to this Privacy Policy will signify your assent to any such changes or amendments. 
How to Contact NWW for Any Reason:
You may contact NWW with questions or comments regarding this Privacy Policy, to update any Personal Information, or anything else related to NWW and/or the Website at katie@novaweightandwellness.com.

Question 16

Limitation of Liability

Accepted Answer

YOUR USE OF THE SITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. TO THE FURTHEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, UNDER NO YOUR USE OF THE SITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. TO THE FURTHEST YOUR USE OF THE SITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. TO THE FURTHEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, Novaleo Weight and Wellness (NWW) NEGLIGENCE, SHALL NWW, ITS AFFILIATES, RELATED ENTITIES, VENDORS OR CONTENT PROVIDERS (COLLECTIVELY, THE "NWW PARTIES") BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT, SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY AND/OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES THAT RESULT FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SITE, ANY CONTENT AND/OR ANY RELATED SOFTWARE, EVEN IF NWW OR AN AUTHORIZED NWW REPRESENTATIVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING ELSE CONTAINED IN THESE TERMS, IN THE EVENT THE TERMS OF THIS SECTION, OR ANY PART OF THIS SECTION, SHALL BE HELD INVALID OR UNENFORCEABLE BY A COURT OF COMPETENT JURISDICTION, IN NO EVENT SHALL NWW's TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU, OR ANYONE CLAIMING BY OR THROUGH YOU, FOR ANY DAMAGES, LOSSES, CLAIMS AND/OR CAUSES OF ACTION, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100). IF YOU LIVE IN A STATE THAT DOES NOT ALLOW THE WAIVER OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES, OR LIABILITY LIMITATIONS OR DAMAGES WAIVERS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION, SOME OF THESE PROVISIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. YOU AGREE TO PROMPTLY NOTIFY NWW IN WRITING IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE NWW PARTIES, AND, IN ANY EVENT, YOU AGREE THAT ANY CLAIM NOT BROUGHT WITHIN ONE YEAR AFTER IT ARISES (OR SUCH SHORTER PERIOD UNDER APPLICABLE STATUTES OF LIMITATION) SHALL BE WAIVED AND RELEASED.
​​Indemnification:
You shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NWW and its sponsors, business affiliates, vendors, content providers, subsidiaries, related entities, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, attorneys, and agents, from and against any and all damages, claims, and actions brought by you or any third party resulting from (i) your use of the Site in violation of the Terms; (ii) your violation of law; or (iii) the infringement by you of any Intellectual Property Rights or any publicity, contract or privacy rights of any person or entity.
 Termination: 
The Terms are effective until terminated by NWW. NWW may terminate, restrict, or suspend all or part of your access to the Site and delete any Submissions, at any time, in its sole discretion, without prior notice to you and without any liability to you.
Governing Law & Arbitration: 
The laws of the State of Michigan and Wisconsin (excluding any principles of conflicts of laws) govern your use of the Site, the services and these Terms. You agree that the parties shall settle any claim or dispute relating to these Terms by binding arbitration in Grand Rapids, Mi under the Commercial Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, no arbitration under these Terms shall be joined to an arbitration involving any other party subject to these Terms, whether through class arbitration proceedings or otherwise. Notwithstanding the dispute resolution requirements set forth above, for any injunctive relief relating to the access to, or use of, the Site including, without limitation, related services, you agree and hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the appropriate state or federal courts located in Kent County, Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A.
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Some mobile devices may not be capable of accessing the Site in its entirety. NWW is not responsible or liable for any errors, inaccuracies, faults, or failures arising from your attempts to access any portion of the Site using any mobile device. Furthermore, you agree that you alone are responsible for all access and connectivity charges imposed by your communications carrier in connection with your use of any mobile device.
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Pursuant to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act NWW designates the agent below to receive notifications of claimed copyright infringement. If you reasonably believe that your work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement, you must provide to NWW's designated agent all of the following information:
1. an electronic or physical signature of the owner or the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright interest;
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NWW's designated agent for notification is Kathryn Long who can be contacted here:
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Question 17

How do I schedule a visit?

Accepted Answer

To schedule any appointment, just click the bright orange 'Schedule Now' button located at the top right corner of the website and on the bottom of some web pages. From there, you can choose the type of visit you need and select a time that works best for you. If you have questions before booking, feel free to schedule a free consultation, call/text 1-616-801-4648 or reach out through the Chat at the bottom right corner of the screen (ai can occasionally give inaccurate answers)

Question 18

SHOOT! I MISSED MY APPOINTMENT!

Accepted Answer

Novalio Weight and Wellness LLC has a strict no show policy. If you do not show up or provide 24 hours notice to reschedule, you will be charged a $50 non-refundable fee. This is out of respect for your time, our time, and the time of all the patients we serve. By adhering to this strict no-show policy, we will be able to provide quality service to every patient.

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