GLP-1 doctors in Richmond, VA.
41 clinicians in the federal NPI registry near Richmond, VA. 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 Richmond, Wegovy in Richmond, Mounjaro in Richmond, or Zepbound in Richmond.
NPI registry listings
- endocrinology / diabetes
- 12
- family medicine
- 13
- internal medicine
- 15
- 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 Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA. 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 Richmond
Richmond, Virginia has a population of 226,610 people. The adult obesity rate in Richmond is an age-adjusted estimate of 38.3%, 6 percentage points above the Virginia state rate of 32.3%. Diagnosed diabetes reaches 13.8% of adults in Richmond. Inactivity, meaning no leisure-time physical activity reported in the past month, affects 26.5% of adults in Richmond.
- of Richmond adults have obesity
- 38.3%
- diagnosed diabetes
- 13.8%
- no regular physical activity
- 26.5%
Age-adjusted estimates for Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA.
Personal trainers and strength coaches near Richmond, VA
A trainer builds the strength routine that protects muscle during fast weight loss.
Nutritionists near Richmond, VA
A nutritionist helps you get enough protein and fiber while the medication cuts your appetite. Call to ask what they cover.
3900 Llewellyn Ave
Medicaid in Virginia covers GLP-1s for weight loss (prior authorization typical) (as of April 2026). Employer and private plans vary. Coverage details.
Questions about GLP-1 doctors in Richmond, VA
How do I get a GLP-1 prescription (Ozempic, Wegovy) in Richmond, VA?
A Virginia-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 41 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 Richmond, VA?
The NPI registry records a specialty for each clinician but does not say who prescribes GLP-1 medications. Of the 41 clinicians listed near Richmond, VA, it records 12 in endocrinology or diabetes, 13 in family medicine, 15 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 Richmond, VA?
Some Virginia clinicians see patients by video. The clinician must hold a Virginia 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 Richmond, VA?
Yes. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound all require a prescription from a licensed Virginia 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 Richmond, VA
Across Virginia: Ozempic in Virginia · Wegovy in Virginia · Mounjaro in Virginia · Zepbound in Virginia · Semaglutide in Virginia · Tirzepatide in Virginia
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.