From McAllen to Brownsville, and west along the river to Laredo, South Texas has its own rhythm: long summers, strong family ties, and food that is hard to give up. Getting weight-loss care can mean a long drive, a long wait, or both. TOM Weight Loss is online, so you can start from home. This guide explains the process for the Rio Grande Valley and Laredo. For city pages, see McAllen and Laredo. The same steps apply in West Texas, and our Texas page covers the state.
Where we serve
Care reaches McAllen and the Rio Grande Valley, including Edinburg, Mission, Pharr, Weslaco, Harlingen, San Juan, and Mercedes, and Brownsville about 60 miles away. It reaches Laredo and Webb County, including Rio Bravo and El Cenizo, and towns such as Zapata. Every address in Texas is covered.
How it works
- Start with a short medical history. The first visit with Dr. Le is free.
- Dr. Le reviews your answers and decides whether a GLP-1 medication fits and at what dose. You can talk by phone or video.
- A licensed pharmacy ships your order. Processing and delivery take 2 to 5 business days.
- The care team stays with you. Message them any time. Replies usually come in less than 12 hours.
See our how it works page for each step.
Food, family, and a GLP-1
Meals here are social. Sunday lunches, quinceañeras, and holiday tables matter. A GLP-1 does not take those away. It changes how much you want and how fast you feel full. These are everyday suggestions, not medical advice:
- Start with protein and vegetables, then see how much room remains for tortillas, rice, or sweets.
- Take a small plate and wait before a second one. Fullness arrives sooner on a GLP-1.
- Sip water between bites.
- Choose what you love most and skip the rest.
- Tell family what you are doing so they can help.
Our guide on how to eat out with friends on a GLP-1 has more ideas for meals away from home.
Heat and hydration
South Texas summers are long and humid. Heat raises your fluid needs, and a smaller appetite can lower how much you drink. MedlinePlus advises drinking fluids and limiting time in the heat to prevent heat illness (MedlinePlus: Heat illness). The Wegovy label states that dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea has led to acute kidney injury (Wegovy label). Keep water with you, and exercise early or late.
Storing and receiving your order
Bring your package inside as soon as it arrives. Keep the medicine in its carton, away from heat and sunlight, and store it as the label directs. Our post on storing GLP-1 medication in summer heat lists the limits. If the package felt hot or looks damaged, message the care team.
A week in the life
Picture a Thursday in Edinburg. You take your weekly dose in the morning and drink a full glass of water. Breakfast is eggs with beans and a piece of fruit. At lunch you put protein and vegetables on the plate first. After work you walk with a neighbor once the heat drops, and at night you message the care team about a mild stomach upset. None of this needs a trip to a clinic.
Work and family schedules here run long, with shifts, school pickups, and weekend gatherings. Tell Dr. Le about your real week, including late nights, travel across the region, and big family meals, so the plan fits you. Write down your questions beforehand, since small details like where you keep the medicine and when you eat matter. If your schedule changes, message the care team early instead of waiting for a problem. Many families also find it easier when one person in the house knows the plan and can help with reminders.
Know the warning signs
Call your care team if you are vomiting, cannot keep fluids down, or feel faint. Seek emergency care for severe belly pain, trouble breathing, or swelling of the face or throat.
Before you message the care team
Have your questions ready so a reply can be useful the first time. Say what changed, when it started, and what you have already tried. Mention your dose day and any new medicine. If you are unsure whether something matters, send the message anyway. Clear details help the team answer faster, and a short note beats a long wait.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to travel to a clinic?
No. The process is online. Phone or video visits are optional.
Is care available in Spanish?
Ask the care team about language support when you reach out.
How long does delivery take?
Processing and delivery take 2 to 5 business days.
Does it cost anything to start?
The first visit with Dr. Le is free.
Start with a free first visit
We serve patients in Texas and Utah. Your first visit with Dr. Le is free. Start here. This article is educational and does not replace medical advice.