GLP-1 doctors in Bethesda, MD.
36 clinicians in the federal NPI registry near Bethesda, MD. Ask each office whether it prescribes a GLP-1 medication. A listing marked Affiliated is a practice our operator, C1V, manages.
Looking for one medication? See Ozempic in Bethesda, Wegovy in Bethesda, Mounjaro in Bethesda, or Zepbound in Bethesda.
NPI registry listings
- endocrinology / diabetes
- 13
- family medicine
- 11
- internal medicine
- 9
- nurse practitioners & PAs
- 1
Every listing comes from the federal NPI registry. A listing marked Affiliated is a practice our operator, C1V, manages.
Doctors near Bethesda, MD in the NPI registry
How this list is built: clinicians from the federal NPI registry (NPPES), mostly physicians plus some nurse practitioners and physician assistants, whose primary specialty fits weight care and whose registry record lists an address in Bethesda, MD. The registry does not confirm who prescribes GLP-1 medications, who is taking new patients, or which insurance an office accepts.
Community health · CDC
Weight & metabolic health in Bethesda
Bethesda, Maryland has a population of 68,056 people. The adult obesity rate in Bethesda is an age-adjusted estimate of 22.1%, 10.6 percentage points below the Maryland state rate of 32.7%. Diagnosed diabetes reaches 6.5% of adults in Bethesda. Inactivity, meaning no leisure-time physical activity reported in the past month, affects 12.2% of adults in Bethesda.
- of Bethesda adults have obesity
- 22.1%
- diagnosed diabetes
- 6.5%
- no regular physical activity
- 12.2%
Age-adjusted estimates for Bethesda, community figures, not individual risk. CDC PLACES, 2025 release.
Getting healthier on a GLP-1 takes movement and food as much as the prescription. The local businesses below can help with both in Bethesda, MD.
Personal trainers and strength coaches near Bethesda, MD
A trainer builds the strength routine that protects muscle during fast weight loss.
Nutritionists near Bethesda, MD
A nutritionist helps you get enough protein and fiber while the medication cuts your appetite. Call to ask what they cover.
8001 Kennett St Ste B
4701 Sangamore Rd Ste N270
5415 W Cedar Ln
Medicaid in Maryland covers GLP-1s for diabetes, not routine weight loss (as of April 2026). Employer and private plans vary. Coverage details.
Questions about GLP-1 doctors in Bethesda, MD
How do I get a GLP-1 prescription (Ozempic, Wegovy) in Bethesda, MD?
A Maryland-licensed clinician who evaluates you decides whether an FDA-approved GLP-1 fits. Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes, and Wegovy for weight management. The 36 clinicians listed above come from the federal NPI registry. Ask each office what it prescribes. Telehealth rules vary by state.
What kind of doctor prescribes weight loss medication in Bethesda, MD?
The NPI registry records a specialty for each clinician but does not say who prescribes GLP-1 medications. Of the 36 clinicians listed near Bethesda, MD, it records 13 in endocrinology or diabetes, 11 in family medicine, 9 in internal medicine and 1 in nurse practitioners and PAs. Ask each office whether a clinician there prescribes and sees new patients.
Can I see a clinician by telehealth for Ozempic or Wegovy in Bethesda, MD?
Some Maryland clinicians see patients by video. The clinician must hold a Maryland license and must evaluate you before deciding whether an FDA-approved GLP-1 fits. Ask each office how it sees patients.
Do you need a prescription for GLP-1 medications in Bethesda, MD?
Yes. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound all require a prescription from a licensed Maryland clinician. There is no legal over-the-counter GLP-1. The FDA advises patients to get a prescription from their doctor and fill it at a state-licensed pharmacy.
Medication pages for Bethesda, MD
Across Maryland: Ozempic in Maryland · Wegovy in Maryland · Mounjaro in Maryland · Zepbound in Maryland · Semaglutide in Maryland · Tirzepatide in Maryland
GLPHelper is an information and provider-matching service operated by C1V Technologies Inc. It is not a medical provider and does not give medical advice. Listings do not imply endorsement. Talk to a licensed clinician about whether GLP-1 therapy is right for you.