Frequently Asked Questions

We accept personal checks, ACH transfer, and electronic business payment transfers.

We currently do not accept any insurance or Medicare plans.  We can provide you with a copy of your invoice which you may submit to your insurance company. Please check with your insurance company if our services are covered.  Not all policies will cover our services.

*This program is not appropriate for those with active eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa.

This is a high-intensity, comprehensive, and individualized approach consisting of nutrition therapy, physical activity, and behavior modification. At BestFit, this is delivered by a skilled and experienced obesity medicine specialist — to whom you will have access through frequent follow up visits and a HIPAA compliant messaging system.

Each individual is different on how they respond to nutrition, exercise, behavior changes, and medications. Weight loss also depends on several factors including your current weight, age, gender, metabolic profile, comorbidities, lifestyle (including sleep and stress) and activity level. A good starting point is to improve your health, well being, and quality of life, making you feel better overall! You will be able to discuss your specific personal goals with Dr. Taw.

Your nutrition therapy or meal plan will be chosen with your specific needs in mind, in a shared decision-making process with Dr. Taw. Options include (but are not limited to): well-formulated ketogenic, flexible low carbohydrate, plant-based, and Mediterranean style eating patterns, and the personalized and safe use of intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, or meal timing. The consumption of high-satiety foods, whole foods/real foods, and less processed, hyper-palatable foods is encouraged. The goal is to find a smarter and effective eating pattern you will enjoy and can stick to long term.

Kickstart participants have the option to transition into the 3- or 6-month programs at any time.  Long-term maintenance plans are available after completing either the 3-month or 6-month programs (see pricing page for details). Individual appointments are also available. Please contact Dr. Taw for more information.

Yes, Dr. Taw can certainly work alongside your primary care provider—in fact, it is required that you have a primary care provider throughout the program.  Dr. Taw may request for certain preliminary labs through your primary care provider or other specialists.

This is a 100% virtual or telemedicine practice which visits are done remotely through a HIPAA-secure digital platform.  Currently, Dr. Taw is able to treat patients in Pennsylvania, New York and Virginia, where she holds medical licenses.

If you do not have current labs, Dr. Taw may ask for specific labs to be ordered/done through your primary care provider.

If you are interested, we can discuss appropriate anti-obesity medications (AOMs) that might be right for you. Please keep in mind, the cost of AOMs varies depending on your insurance coverage.
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We accept personal checks, ACH transfer, and electronic business payment transfers.

We currently do not accept any insurance or Medicare plans.  We can provide you with a copy of your invoice which you may submit to your insurance company. Please check with your insurance company if our services are covered.  Not all policies will cover our services.

Our pediatric weight management program is designed for children and adolescents age 12 and older who are experiencing weight-related health challenges or want support building healthier lifestyle habits.

This is not a restrictive diet program. Our program focuses on whole-person health including nutrition and eating patterns, physical activity, sleep, stress, emotional well-being, and metabolic health. Each teen receives a personalized medical plan designed specifically for their health goals and lifestyle.

Yes. The program is medically supervised by Dr. Minnie Taw, a physician who is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Obesity Medicine. The approach focuses on healthy growth, sustainable habits, and long-term wellness rather than rapid weight loss.

Yes. All visits are conducted virtually through a secure telemedicine platform so teens and families can participate from the comfort of home.

The program begins with a comprehensive initial consultation where we review medical history, growth and weight history, eating habits, physical activity, sleep patterns, and lifestyle factors. From there we create a customized roadmap for improving your child’s health.

Follow-up visits occur regularly to provide support, monitor progress, and adjust the treatment plan as needed. Visit frequency may vary depending on the program structure and the child’s needs.

In some cases, FDA-approved anti-obesity medications may be discussed if appropriate. Medication is used thoughtfully as part of a comprehensive plan that includes nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes, and medical supervision.

No. The goal is to develop healthy eating habits that are sustainable long-term. Nutrition strategies may include Mediterranean-style eating, flexible lower-carbohydrate approaches, whole-food eating patterns, and improved meal timing and satiety.

Medical weight management may improve or help prevent conditions such as prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, fatty liver disease, PCOS, low energy, and sleep issues.

Absolutely not. Our approach is compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental. The focus is on health, confidence, and lifelong habits.

Yes. Collaboration with your child’s primary care provider or pediatrician is encouraged to ensure coordinated care.

The first step is a free introductory consultation to determine if the program is a good fit for your family. During this call you can ask questions, discuss concerns, and learn how the program works.

Every child is different. The goal is improved health, confidence, and sustainable habits. Families often see improvements in healthier eating patterns, increased activity, improved metabolic health, better sleep, and gradual sustainable weight improvement.