Britany Ribble, MSN; Michele Hill, MSN; Brett Frans Jr., MSN, APRN, NP-C; Brandace Tyra; Thomas Riney Jr., MD
Britany Ribble , MSN, FNP-C; Michele Hill , MSN, ARNP; Brett Frans Jr. , MSN, APRN, NP-C; Thomas Riney Jr. , MD
Pensacola, Florida
Prescription Weight Loss, Inc. has served Pensacola, Florida, since 2008, providing medical weight loss programs centered on evidence-based pharmacotherapy and metabolic optimization. The clinic’s approach combines prescription weight loss medications, including semaglutide and tirzepatide—GLP-1 receptor agonists shown to produce significant weight reduction in clinical trials—with peptide therapies such as sermorelin for growth hormone optimization and NAD+ for cellular metabolism support. This multi-modal strategy addresses obesity not as a willpower issue but as a complex metabolic condition requiring medical intervention tailored to individual physiology.
The clinical team is led by board-certified Family Nurse Practitioners holding dual certification from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners in both Family Practice and Adult-Gerontology Primary Care. Additional board certification in Addiction Treatment enables the clinic to address co-occurring conditions that often complicate weight management, including substance use disorders and behavioral dependencies. This specialized training allows providers to safely prescribe and monitor controlled substances when appropriate, while recognizing the neurobiological factors that influence eating behaviors and metabolic health. The clinic also offers ADHD treatment, acknowledging the documented relationship between attention disorders and obesity rates, and provides medical cannabis certification for patients who may benefit from alternative therapeutic approaches.
Patients beginning treatment at Prescription Weight Loss, Inc. undergo comprehensive metabolic assessment to determine candidacy for specific interventions. Semaglutide and tirzepatide protocols follow established dosing schedules with regular monitoring for efficacy and side effects, while sermorelin therapy—a growth hormone-releasing hormone analog—may be incorporated for patients showing signs of age-related metabolic decline or those seeking body composition improvements beyond weight loss alone. NAD+ supplementation supports mitochondrial function and may enhance energy levels during caloric restriction. The clinic works with a pharmacy partner to ensure medication access and quality control, streamlining the prescription fulfillment process for patients enrolled in ongoing treatment programs.
The hybrid consultation model allows Pensacola-area residents to choose between in-person visits and telehealth appointments conducted within Florida, where the clinic maintains licensure. This flexibility accommodates varying schedules and mobility levels while ensuring continuity of care through regular provider contact. Follow-up visits typically assess weight trends, medication tolerance, and necessary dosage adjustments, with providers reviewing lab work when indicated to monitor metabolic markers such as hemoglobin A1c, lipid panels, and thyroid function. The clinic’s holistic treatment philosophy extends beyond pharmacotherapy to include guidance on nutrition patterns, physical activity appropriate to current fitness levels, and behavioral strategies that support long-term weight maintenance.
With over fifteen years of operation in the Pensacola medical community, Prescription Weight Loss, Inc. has developed protocols refined through thousands of patient encounters and evolving clinical evidence. The clinic’s scope extends beyond weight management to encompass anti-aging medicine, recognizing that metabolic health, hormonal balance, and body composition are interconnected elements of longevity and quality of life. Patients seeking medical weight loss in Northwest Florida will find a practice equipped to address obesity as a chronic disease requiring ongoing management rather than a short-term diet intervention, with access to both established GLP-1 medications and adjunctive peptide therapies that support comprehensive metabolic restoration.
The scope of services recorded for this clinic covers testosterone optimization for men experiencing low energy, reduced libido, changes in body composition, or sleep and mood shifts; medically supervised weight management, pairing prescription options with nutrition and lifestyle guidance rather than prescription alone; age-related hormone decline and general wellness optimization.
Practical details recorded for this location: the phone number on file is (850) 696-2323; the published hours are Friday: 8 AM-12 PM; Monday: 9 AM-6 PM; Sunday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM-6 PM; Saturday: Closed; Thursday: 9 AM-6 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM-6 PM; the clinic website on file is https://prescriptionweightlossinc.com. Patients travelling to Pensacola should confirm hours before a trip, because appointment times and operating schedules differ between locations in a multi-site practice. This entry covers the Pensacola location.
Hormone and peptide therapy is a medical decision that should follow an evaluation and a discussion with a qualified clinician. Results vary between individuals, and no outcome is guaranteed. This profile is informational and does not replace medical advice.
Clinic services include age-management and hormone optimization consultations, physician-supervised weight management with lab-based metabolic assessment, and testosterone evaluation and medically supervised hormone replacement. In-person and telehealth appointments are both available. Program design, dosing and follow-up are determined individually after clinician review.
Britany Ribble , MSN, FNP-C; Michele Hill , MSN, ARNP; Brett Frans Jr. , MSN, APRN, NP-C; Thomas Riney Jr. , MD
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