Hims

Introduction

Hims weight loss starts with a quick introduction. You will see a brief slide show that walks you through their beliefs and the fundamentals of their service.

Questionnaire

If you continue, you will be prompted to fill in a quick questionnaire. This is necessary for coming up with a realistic weight loss plan for you. You simply need to fill out some basic information such as your weight loss goal. They also need basic information such as your state for compliance purposes.

As you answer, you will also get some basic feedback on your answers. The approach is meant to maximize your chances of reaching your goals by ensuring you make as many healthy changes as possible.

Evaluation

Your questionnaire is reviewed by a healthcare professional associated with Hims. They include doctors, nurses, and registered dieticians.

The evaluation is meant to ensure your suitability for the weight loss treatments they offer.

Most subscribers report a very fast process. Some report suspicions that the process is too fast and question whether that expediency is safe. Others reported relief having better access to medications than they could otherwise find.

Personalized plan

Based on the evaluation, the practitioner will develop a personalized weight loss plan. The plan is tailored to your:

• Stated weight loss goals
• Overall health status
• Contraindications
• Current medications
• Medical history

The plan they come up with will normally cover at least most of the following:

• Prescription medication
• Nutritional supplements
• Diet and exercise recommendations
• Other lifestyle changes
• Behavioral strategies

Medication

Based on your health profile, they will offer you medications as the center of your weight loss process.

The weight loss medications available include:

• Compounded Semaglutide
• Ozempic
• Wegovy
• Bupropion
• Metformin
• Topiramate
• Vitamin B12
• Naltrexone

The Compounded Semaglutide Hims offers contains the same active ingredient as its brand-named counterparts. All three of these options are GLP-1 receptor agonist injections designed to mimic the way your stomach releases GLP-1 when you eat food.

The other smoking cessation and anti-depressant medications were not designed for weight loss but have been observed to cause weight loss over time. Each comes with a different average weight loss result.

Ongoing care

Patients who are subscribed to Hims pick up prescriptions at their local pharmacy. They then use the application to track their progress.

If any questions or concerns arise, subscribers can message healthcare providers 24/7.

Patients generally report a simple and effective process. Where issues occur, such as cancellation or payment issues, Hims responds quickly and professionally. Their Better Business Bureau profile demonstrates a high level of trust and dedication to handling all issues that arise.

Hims doesn’t provide independent statistics on their treatment effectiveness. Brand name medications such as Wegovy and Ozempic have their own statistics or independent studies.

Hims app

The Hims&Hers app features:

• Tracking tools
• Unlimited 24/7 messaging with healthcare professionals
• Curated video content
• Educational material

Hims is a fast and simple platform to use. Each step of the process is intuitive and it’s easy to use their online platforms and their application. The initial evaluation can be completed in minutes.

Accessing support and ongoing care are also easy tasks to complete on Hims platforms.

All medications Hims offers come with their side effects listed. It is crucial to review the safety information and to be honest and prompt when communicating your past medical history and current condition. They explicitly list cases in which you must not take the medications they offer.

Patients can access 24/7 support for any questions regarding how they feel. If you experience any severe side effects, you are directed to call 911 immediately.