Medically Supervised Weight Loss That Actually Lasts

Lose the Weight. Keep the “Getting Older.”
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GLP-1 medications combined with metabolic testing, personalized nutrition, and ongoing medical support. This is not another diet. It is a complete medical weight loss program built around your body.

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You Have Tried Everything and the Scale Will Not Budge

You have counted calories, followed programs, and pushed through workouts. But the weight stays. The problem is not willpower. It is that no one has addressed the metabolic and hormonal factors driving your body to hold on to fat.

If you're experiencing any of these, we can help.

How It Works

Your path to feeling like yourself again, step by step.

01

Book a Weight Loss Consultation

We start with a comprehensive conversation about your weight history, metabolic health, hormones, and goals. This is not a quick weigh-in. It is a real medical assessment.

02

Advanced Metabolic Testing

We run labs that go beyond the basics: thyroid function, insulin sensitivity, cortisol, sex hormones, inflammatory markers, and nutrient levels that all play a role in weight regulation.

03

Your Personalized Protocol

Based on your results, your provider prescribes a medical weight loss plan that may include GLP-1 medications, peptide therapy, dietary guidance, hormone optimization, and targeted supplementation.

04

Consistent Support and Adjustments

Regular check-ins, dosage adjustments, and protocol refinements ensure you keep making progress and maintain your results long-term.

Why Med Matrix

Medically supervised with provider oversight
Advanced metabolic and hormone testing
GLP-1 and peptide therapy options
Personalized nutrition and supplementation
Addresses root metabolic causes of weight gain
Ongoing support to maintain results

Diet Programs & Med Spas typically lack all of the above.

Meet Your Medical Team

Our providers bring together board-certified medicine, functional medicine, and specialized expertise so your plan is built on real data, not guesswork.

Dr. Paul Laband

Dr. Paul Laband

MD

Board-Certified Internal Medicine

  • 25+ years clinical experience
  • MD, Tufts University School of Medicine
  • Chief Resident, Maine Medical Center
Dr. Sasha Rose

Dr. Sasha Rose

ND, LAc

Naturopathic Doctor & Acupuncturist

  • Forbes Health Advisory Board member
  • Nearly 20 years experience
  • Functional medicine & gut-brain specialist
Gabriel Rocha

Gabriel Rocha

PA-C, MMSc, IFMCP

Functional Medicine Provider

  • IFM Certified Practitioner
  • MMSc from Yale University
  • 14+ years, expert in bioidentical HRT
Collin Dees

Collin Dees

MPAS, PA-C

Physician Assistant

  • Summa cum laude, Seton Hill University
  • Advanced BHRT & hormone optimization
  • 350+ concierge patients
Dr. Colin Renaud

Dr. Colin Renaud

DC, DNM, MS, PA-C

Functional & Regenerative Medicine

  • Triple-board certified
  • Fellow in Anti-Aging & Metabolic Medicine
  • Hormone, longevity & regenerative specialist
Sophia Viner

Sophia Viner

DNP, ANP-BC

Adult Nurse Practitioner

  • 20+ years clinical experience
  • Specializes in BHRT for women
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice, IFM member

Hear From Real Patients

Don't just take our word for it. Watch real patients share their experiences with Med Matrix.

Patient Transformations

Cat's Story
Lost weight & reduced anxiety

Cat's Story

Weight loss, gut issues, menopause, anxiety, feeling like herself again

Elizabeth's Story
More energy & weight loss

Elizabeth's Story

Feeling like herself again, losing weight, more energy

Kim's Story
Pain relief & energy

Kim's Story

Weight gain, body pain, low energy

Barbra's Story
Back in the gym

Barbra's Story

Back in the gym, losing weight, and more clarity around her health

More Patient Stories

Anthony's Story

Anthony's Story

Lost 37 pounds, got his energy and mental clarity back

Weight Loss Deep Dive

Weight Loss Deep Dive

Everything you need to know about why the weight is not coming off

See What Makes Us Different

POV: Your First Visit at Med Matrix

POV: Your First Visit at Med Matrix

See exactly what to expect during your initial consultation, from check-in to personalized treatment plan.

Med Matrix vs. Conventional Medicine

Med Matrix vs. Conventional Medicine

Understand why our approach to weight loss goes deeper than what typical clinics offer.

Deep Dives on Health & Wellness

Our providers break down the science behind your health concerns and what you can do about them.

GLP-1's for Longevity: The Trend Is Bigger Than Weight Loss

GLP-1's for Longevity: The Trend Is Bigger Than Weight Loss

Dr. Rose explores how GLP-1 medications are reshaping metabolic health beyond just the scale.

It Might Not Be Your Fault You Can't Lose Weight... Here's Everything You Need to Know

It Might Not Be Your Fault You Can't Lose Weight... Here's Everything You Need to Know

The metabolic, hormonal, and gut factors that make weight loss nearly impossible without the right support.

How to Lose Weight and Boost Energy with Biohacking (The Real Way)

How to Lose Weight and Boost Energy with Biohacking (The Real Way)

Evidence-based biohacking strategies for sustainable fat loss and energy optimization.

PMS? Acne? Stubborn Belly Fat? Your Estrobolome May Be the Cause

PMS? Acne? Stubborn Belly Fat? Your Estrobolome May Be the Cause

How your gut microbiome influences estrogen metabolism, body composition, and stubborn belly fat.

Real Patients. Real Results.

I had tried every diet and program out there. Med Matrix ran tests my other doctors never ordered and found hormonal and metabolic issues that were keeping the weight on. I have lost 42 pounds and kept it off for over a year.

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Lisa T.
Falmouth, ME · Verified Patient

The GLP-1 medication combined with their metabolic support made all the difference. I finally stopped fighting my body and started working with it. Down 35 pounds and my energy is through the roof.

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Mark S.
South Portland, ME · Verified Patient

I was skeptical because nothing had ever worked long-term. But this was different. They tested everything, explained why I was stuck, and built a plan that actually made sense for my body. I feel like a different person.

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Amanda W.
Westbrook, ME · Verified Patient

Find Us in South Portland

Conveniently located off the Maine Mall Road, serving patients across Maine and New Hampshire.

Med Matrix - Functional Medicine and MedSpa

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198 Maine Mall Rd

South Portland, ME 04106

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Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

By appointment only

Your Questions, Answered

We offer semaglutide and tirzepatide, along with other GLP-1 receptor agonists depending on your medical history, goals, and how your body responds. Your provider will recommend the best option for you.

Results vary, but many patients lose 15 to 20 percent of their body weight over 6 to 12 months. The key is that our medical approach addresses the underlying metabolic factors, not just appetite, which leads to more sustainable results.

No. GLP-1 medication may be part of your plan, but we also address hormones, gut health, nutrient deficiencies, metabolic dysfunction, and lifestyle factors. The medication works best when it is part of a complete medical protocol.

We run comprehensive metabolic panels including thyroid function, insulin and glucose markers, cortisol, sex hormones, inflammatory markers, and nutrient levels. This helps us understand exactly why your body is holding on to weight.

Common side effects include nausea, decreased appetite, and occasional constipation. These are typically mild and improve over time. Your provider monitors your response closely and adjusts dosing to minimize side effects.

Our goal is to address the root metabolic issues so you have the best chance of maintaining your results. We work with you on a long-term strategy that may include tapering off medication once your metabolic health is optimized.

We provide personalized nutrition guidance based on your lab results and metabolic profile. There is no one-size-fits-all diet. Your plan is built around what your body actually needs.

Most patients have check-ins every 4 to 6 weeks during active weight loss. Frequency adjusts based on your progress and needs. Telehealth options are available for follow-ups.

Yes. In fact, addressing thyroid dysfunction and hormonal conditions like PCOS is often essential for successful weight loss. We treat these alongside your weight management protocol.

Telehealth apps typically prescribe medication without comprehensive testing or ongoing medical oversight. At Med Matrix, your weight loss protocol is part of a complete medical evaluation with in-person provider support, advanced lab work, and a personalized plan that goes far beyond the prescription.

Med Matrix is a precision and functional medicine clinic that helps patients find and address the root cause of their health concerns. We use advanced testing, personalized treatment plans, and innovative therapies to improve energy, hormones, recovery, body composition, performance, and long-term health.

Med Matrix looks deeper than symptom management. Instead of simply treating surface-level issues, we use advanced diagnostics and personalized care plans to uncover what is really going on and create a strategy to help you feel and perform at your best.

Med Matrix is for adults who want to improve their health, fix ongoing symptoms, optimize hormones, lose weight, improve recovery, increase energy, enhance performance, and stay healthier as they age.

No. Med Matrix does not take insurance.

Yes. Many Med Matrix services can be paid for using HSA or FSA funds.

Yes. Med Matrix offers payment plan options.

The cost depends on your goals, the testing you need, and the treatments included in your personalized plan. Our team will walk you through pricing based on exactly what is right for you.

The first step is scheduling an initial consultation or discovery call. From there, we guide you through testing, provider review, and your personalized treatment plan.

Yes. Med Matrix offers telehealth for consultations, follow-ups, and lab reviews when appropriate.

Yes. Med Matrix provides detailed receipts and documentation that patients can use for HSA, FSA, or possible out-of-network reimbursement purposes.

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