Medical Disclaimer

Accessing this website, reading its content, submitting a contact form, or otherwise communicating with the Practice through this website does not create a provider–patient relationship.

A provider–patient relationship is established only after all of the following have occurred:

• Completion of all required intake and consent documentation
• A formal medical evaluation by a licensed provider
• Review of your medical history, current medications, and any relevant laboratory work
• Written acceptance into care by the provider

Until that relationship is established, no information on this website should be relied upon as individualized medical care.

All content on this website — including information about weight management, GLP-1 receptor agonists, peptide therapies, metabolic treatments, dosing strategies, nutrition, and supplements — is intended for general education only. It is not tailored to any individual’s conditions, medications, allergies, or goals.

Individual medical needs vary significantly. Treatment decisions must be based on a personalized evaluation conducted by a licensed medical professional who has reviewed your complete health picture.

Medications discussed on this website, including GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonists and other metabolic therapies, carry potential risks and side effects. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Gastrointestinal symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation
• Hypoglycemia, particularly in combination with other glucose-lowering agents
• Gallbladder disease, including gallstones
• Pancreatitis
• Thyroid-related concerns, including a boxed warning for medullary thyroid carcinoma applicable to certain products
• Kidney injury associated with dehydration
• Loss of lean muscle mass
• Medication intolerance, allergic reactions, and injection-site reactions

This list is not exhaustive. Not all patients are appropriate candidates for these medications. A full risk–benefit discussion, including contraindications and warnings specific to you, occurs during formal consultation with your provider.

Certain medications offered through the Practice are compounded preparations prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved finished drug products. The FDA does not review compounded preparations for safety, efficacy, or manufacturing quality prior to distribution.

Clinical trial data referenced anywhere on this website was generated using FDA-approved, brand-name formulations. That data is provided for educational context only and should not be interpreted as a representation of the safety, efficacy, or expected outcome of any compounded preparation.

Compounded medications are dispensed only pursuant to a valid prescription issued after an individualized clinical evaluation.

Many peptides discussed on this website are not FDA-approved for the indications described, and some are not FDA-approved for any human indication. Certain peptides are available only as compounded preparations, and the regulatory status of individual peptides may change over time.

The Practice does not sell, supply, or endorse any product labeled “for research use only” or “not for human consumption.” Any peptide therapy provided through the Practice is prescribed by a licensed provider and dispensed by a licensed pharmacy following an individualized evaluation.

Long-term safety and efficacy data for many peptide therapies is limited. Your provider will discuss the current state of the evidence, known risks, and reasonable alternatives with you before initiating treatment.

Some medications discussed or prescribed may be used in a manner consistent with accepted medical practice but not specifically approved by the FDA for that particular indication, dose, or patient population.

Off-label prescribing is a recognized and legal aspect of medical practice when clinically appropriate. Such decisions are individualized and based on provider judgment, the available evidence, and informed discussion with you.

Weight loss and treatment outcomes vary significantly between individuals. We make no guarantees, representations, or warranties regarding:

• Amount of weight loss
• Rate of weight loss
• Duration or maintenance of results
• Body composition changes
• Tolerance of, or response to, any medication
• Resolution or improvement of any medical condition

Results depend on individual physiology, adherence, lifestyle factors, concurrent medications, and medical history.

Any testimonials, reviews, progress photographs, or case examples appearing on this website reflect the individual experience of specific patients. They are not a promise, guarantee, or prediction of the results you will achieve, and the results shown are not typical.

Testimonials are shared with patient permission. Stock and illustrative photography may be used throughout this website and does not depict actual patients unless expressly stated.

Telehealth services have inherent limitations, including:

• Inability to perform a full in-person physical examination
• Dependence on patient-reported information, measurements, and history
• Possible technical disruptions affecting the quality or completion of a visit
• Delays in communication outside of scheduled appointments
• Circumstances requiring in-person evaluation, imaging, or laboratory testing that cannot be provided remotely

Your provider may determine that your condition requires in-person evaluation, and may decline to initiate or continue treatment on that basis. You are responsible for seeking emergency or in-person care when appropriate.

Medical services are provided only to patients who are physically located, at the time of evaluation, in a state where the treating provider holds an active, unrestricted professional license:

• California — Shape Theory Nursing, P.C., dba The Shape Theory
• New York — Shape Nurse Practitioner in Family Health, PLLC, dba The Shape Theory NY

Website content is not intended for, and should not be relied upon by, individuals in jurisdictions where the Practice is not licensed. Accessing this website does not entitle any individual to receive care.

This website and the services described are intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly provide treatment to, or collect information from, minors through this website.

Do not send urgent, emergency, or highly sensitive health information through website contact forms, unencrypted email, or social media messages. These channels are not secure and are not monitored continuously.

Communications submitted through this website before a provider–patient relationship is established may not be protected by provider–patient confidentiality. Secure messaging is available to established patients through our patient portal.

Our collection and use of personal information is described in our Privacy Policy.

This website may link to third-party websites, studies, publications, or resources for convenience and educational context. The Practice does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, availability, or privacy practices of any third-party site.

Reference to any specific product, brand, medication, manufacturer, or organization does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation.

Clinical guidance, regulatory status, and drug availability change over time. While we make reasonable efforts to keep this website current, we make no representation that all content reflects the most recent clinical evidence or regulatory position at the time you read it.

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, photographs, patient education materials, and design elements — is the property of the Practice or its licensors and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark law. Content may not be reproduced, distributed, or used commercially without prior written permission.

Brand names referenced on this site, including Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound®, and Rybelsus®, are the registered trademarks of their respective owners. The Practice is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by these manufacturers.

Use of this website and reliance on its content is at your own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Practice disclaims all liability for any loss, injury, or damage arising from decisions made based on publicly available website information rather than individualized medical evaluation.

This website is provided “as is,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

We may update this disclaimer at any time. Changes are effective when posted, and the effective date shown above will be revised accordingly. Your continued use of this website constitutes acceptance of the current version.

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