GLP-1 doctors in Houston, TX.
37 clinicians in the federal NPI registry near Houston, TX. 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 Houston, Wegovy in Houston, Mounjaro in Houston, or Zepbound in Houston.
NPI registry listings
- endocrinology / diabetes
- 13
- family medicine
- 18
- internal medicine
- 5
Every listing comes from the federal NPI registry. A listing marked Affiliated is a practice our operator, C1V, manages.
Doctors near Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX. 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 Houston
Houston, Texas has a population of 2,304,580 people. The adult obesity rate in Houston is an age-adjusted estimate of 38.2%, 2.6 percentage points above the Texas state rate of 35.6%. Diagnosed diabetes reaches 14.4% of adults in Houston. Inactivity, meaning no leisure-time physical activity reported in the past month, affects 29.2% of adults in Houston.
- of Houston adults have obesity
- 38.2%
- diagnosed diabetes
- 14.4%
- no regular physical activity
- 29.2%
Age-adjusted estimates for Houston, 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 Houston, TX.
Personal trainers and strength coaches near Houston, TX
A trainer builds the strength routine that protects muscle during fast weight loss.
1044 Studewood St
Nutritionists near Houston, TX
A nutritionist helps you get enough protein and fiber while the medication cuts your appetite. Call to ask what they cover.
600 Wilcrest Drive Unit 44
5718 Westheimer Rd Ste 1800
Medicaid in Texas 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 Houston, TX
How do I get a GLP-1 prescription (Ozempic, Wegovy) in Houston, TX?
A Texas-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 37 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 Houston, TX?
The NPI registry records a specialty for each clinician but does not say who prescribes GLP-1 medications. Of the 37 clinicians listed near Houston, TX, it records 13 in endocrinology or diabetes, 18 in family medicine and 5 in internal medicine. Ask each office whether a clinician there prescribes and sees new patients.
Can I see a clinician by telehealth for Ozempic or Wegovy in Houston, TX?
Some Texas clinicians see patients by video. The clinician must hold a Texas 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 Houston, TX?
Yes. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound all require a prescription from a licensed Texas 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 Houston, TX
Across Texas: Ozempic in Texas · Wegovy in Texas · Mounjaro in Texas · Zepbound in Texas · Semaglutide in Texas · Tirzepatide in Texas
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.