Not another GLP-1
vending machine.
Most telehealth weight loss companies sell you a prescription through an anonymous provider and bill you more every time your dose goes up. We built GoodLife Health the opposite way: one named clinician who orders and reads your labs, hormones and GLP-1 managed together, and a flat monthly clinical fee with no markup on labs or medication. Here is exactly how we compare.
- A named, licensed clinician who follows your care — not async strangers
- Your clinician orders and reads your labs — billed direct, no markup
- Flat monthly pricing — no dose-escalation fees
What Makes GoodLife Health Different.
Telehealth has split into three traps: legacy platforms that mark branded medication up to $1,899 a month, compounding-only services selling copies under FDA scrutiny, and concierge clinics that bill by the year. GoodLife Health is the only one that combines labs, clinical care, and branded FDA-approved medications for cardiometabolic and hormone optimization — under one $299 monthly membership, with medications billed by the pharmacy at pharmacy cost and no markup.
| What you actually get | GoodLife Health | Legacy telehealth Hims · Ro | Compounding-only Henry Meds | Traditional concierge MDVIP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinician orders and reads your labs — no markup | ✓Billed direct via insurance or cash-pay | ✕Often not required or billed separately | ✕Only if you request them | –Annual physical labs only |
| Quarterly clinical re-evaluation by your clinician | ✓Bring updated labs as your protocol evolves | ✕Rarely offered | ✕Not included | –Often costs extra |
| A dedicated, licensed clinician who tracks your care | ✓Ongoing DPC relationship | –Async-only or randomly assigned | ✕Highly transactional | ✓ |
| Medication-neutral membership pricing | ✓Same $299/mo whether it's GLP-1, HRT, thyroid, or a lifestyle protocol | ✕Up to $1,899/mo for branded Zepbound or Mounjaro | ✕Tirzepatide upcharged to $449/mo | Doesn't typically prescribe GLP-1s |
| Comprehensive cardiometabolic labs every 90 days included | ✓4 panels per year included; additional labs billed by the lab | ✕Not offered or billed separately | ✕Not offered | –Annual physical only |
| Protects you from FDA compounding crackdowns | ✓Routes to branded meds via LillyDirect / TrumpRx | ✕Relies on compounded GLP-1 under FDA scrutiny | ✕Sells essentially-copy compounded drugs | Not applicable |
| Hormones and GLP-1 managed safely together | ✓Full metabolic oversight | ✕Treated in isolation | ✕Handled as separate programs | –Sometimes |
| True monthly cost — labs + care + branded medication | $299 + pharmacy cost Quarterly labs (4/yr) included; meds at pharmacy cost, no markup | Up to $2,048 $149 membership + $1,899 meds | $300–$500 compounded only, no labs | $1,800–$5,000/yr plus insurance & meds |
Competitor pricing and capability compiled from publicly advertised rates, May 2026 (Hims.com, Ro.co, HenryMeds.com, MDVIP.com). Figures are estimates and subject to change.
You came for medical weight loss. We make sure it actually works.
Weight loss that lasts is not a prescription. It is a clinical relationship that begins with knowing your body. Membership starts with a two-month commitment: $598 covers your first two months, then $299 a month, month to month. Here is how it is designed.
Clinical intake and your first round of labs.
This is where the work begins. Your clinician conducts a comprehensive intake — your full medical history, your weight history, your symptoms, your goals, the medications and supplements you are already taking, and what previous approaches have or have not worked. The first round of labs is ordered the same week. A full functional panel covering hormones, thyroid, metabolic markers, insulin, lipids, inflammation, and nutrient status. For most members, this panel reveals the underlying picture that prior doctors missed — which is also why prior attempts at weight loss either did not work or did not last.
The picture sharpens. Your protocol is written.
Your clinician orders a second, more targeted round of labs based on what the first showed. By the end of month two, your clinician writes your protocol — and for most members, that protocol includes some combination of hormone optimization, medical weight loss with GLP-1, or both, depending on what your labs and your goals actually call for. The protocol is yours to read, ask questions about, and decide on with your clinician. No automatic prescriptions, no surprise add-ons, no medication without the clinical reasoning behind it documented.
The weight loss you came for, done properly.
If your protocol includes a GLP-1, this is the month your medication arrives — a branded product obtained directly from the manufacturer or through your insurance, dosed by your clinician based on your specific metabolic profile, with monitoring built in. If hormone optimization is part of the plan, it begins now too. This is the month the weight loss you came for actually begins, with full clinical context already in place. From here forward, membership simply continues month to month at $299: monthly clinical check-ins, a fresh Biomarker Audit every 90 days, and a protocol adjusted against your labs rather than left on autopilot.
This is what medical weight loss looks like when it is done properly. Two months to build the clinical foundation, then ongoing care that follows your labs. A protocol written for your body, not pulled from a template. The weight comes off, and stays off, because you understand why.
Lasting good health or your first month back
If after your first month you feel GoodLife Health isn't right for you, we'll refund your membership in full. No questions asked.
Am I eligible?What changes when someone actually looks at your labs
Jason
"Dr. Kristin is an exceptional family doctor who truly cares for her patients. She takes the time to listen, explains everything clearly, and always makes me feel comfortable and supported. Her compassion, professionalism, and dedication are unmatched. I feel grateful to have her as my doctor and highly recommend her to anyone looking for excellent care."
Sarah
"I had an excellent experience with Dr. Kristin. … Dr. Kristin and the entire staff are knowledgeable, compassionate, and take the time to ensure patients feel heard and cared for. I highly recommend Dr. Kristin."
Wade
"… Kristin is great — she's caring, professional, and really takes the time to listen."
Richard R.
"Kristin helped me greatly get my life back on track and control of my weight loss journey."
Verified reviews of Kristin Makinajyan, DNP, FNP-BC, written by patients of her clinical practice — not of the GoodLife Health membership. Excerpted verbatim; “…” marks omitted text.
The relationship is the medicine
"I finally feel like I have a real doctor again."
After years of having a PCP who was attentive and truly knew me, he retired. … What a relief to find Dr. K and her team. They actually get to know you. They are attentive, thorough, and genuinely care. I finally feel like I have a real doctor again. Thank you!
"Dr. K really listened to my concerns."
Dr. K was amazing, she really listened to my concerns and gave me the knowledge I needed and was so caring. So happy I found an amazing provider.
"An exceptional family doctor who truly cares."
Dr. Kristin is an exceptional family doctor who truly cares for her patients. She takes the time to listen, explains everything clearly, and always makes me feel comfortable and supported. Her compassion, professionalism, and dedication are unmatched. I feel grateful to have her as my doctor and highly recommend her to anyone looking for excellent care.
"Kristin helped me get my life back."
Kristin helped me greatly get my life back on track and control of my weight loss journey.
Verified reviews of Kristin Makinajyan, DNP, FNP-BC, written by patients of her clinical practice — not of the GoodLife Health membership. Excerpted verbatim; “…” marks omitted text.
Meet the team behind your care.
Dr. Kristin Makinajyan, FNP, DNP
Medical Director · AZ, CA
Kim Fahle, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
Kim Endean, RN
Registered Nurse
Makayla Stepnowski, LVN
Licensed Vocational Nurse
