Medical Weight Loss in Bingham Farms, MI — Michigan Weight Loss Institute
Are you looking for physician-led medical weight loss in Bingham Farms, MI? Michigan Weight Loss Institute is here to help. Our Bingham Farms clinic is located on Telegraph Road in Oakland County. It is just minutes from Birmingham, Beverly Hills, Franklin, Bloomfield Hills, and Southfield.
Our office is led by Dr. Rita Kathawa, MD, who is board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Alongside Dr. Kathawa, Stephanie Shaheen, PA-C also sees patients at this location. Together, they bring years of clinical experience helping patients lose weight safely and keep it off.
Why Choose Michigan Weight Loss Institute in Bingham Farms?
Many people try commercial diet programs and find that they do not work long-term. That is because these programs do not treat the medical causes of weight gain. At Michigan Weight Loss Institute, we take a different approach. We treat obesity as the medical condition it is.
For example, conditions like insulin resistance, PCOS, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic dysfunction can all make weight loss very difficult. So instead of offering a generic plan, we run labs, review your health history, and build a treatment plan that fits your specific situation. As a result, our patients see more lasting progress.
Medical Weight Loss Services in Bingham Farms, MI
Our Bingham Farms location offers a full range of medically supervised weight loss services. Every service is delivered by a licensed clinical team under Dr. Kathawa’s direct oversight. Here is what we offer:
- Medical Weight Loss — Physician-supervised programs using GLP-1 medications (semaglutide, tirzepatide), lab-guided treatment, and individualized plans built for long-term success.
- Nutrition Counseling — Personalized nutrition guidance tailored to your metabolism and weight loss goals — not a generic meal plan.
- In-House Pharmacy — Convenient access to weight loss medications and supplements on site.
- Metabolic and Lab Testing — Comprehensive blood work to find the root causes of weight gain and track your progress over time.
- NAFLD Clinic — Specialized care for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, which is closely linked to obesity and insulin resistance.
- Medical Aesthetics — Body contouring treatments to complement your weight loss results.
- Bariatric Surgery Support — Pre-surgical evaluation, post-surgical follow-up, and ongoing support for bariatric patients.
- Wellness Services — B12, NAD+ injections, and other wellness treatments to support your overall health during your weight loss journey.
Meet Dr. Rita Kathawa — Leading Our Bingham Farms Clinic
Dr. Rita Kathawa, MD is the founder and medical director of Michigan Weight Loss Institute. She is dual board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Because of this training, she can address the full medical picture — not just the number on your scale.
Dr. Kathawa chose to serve the Bingham Farms and Oakland County community for a specific reason. She recognized that patients in Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Southfield, and Farmington Hills needed access to true physician-led weight loss care. Generic commercial programs were not giving them the results they needed. Therefore, she opened this clinic to fill that gap.
Alongside Dr. Kathawa, Stephanie Shaheen, PA-C sees patients on Fridays. Together, they ensure that every Bingham Farms patient receives thorough, consistent, high-quality care. First, they evaluate your health. Then, they build a plan. After that, they monitor your progress and adjust your treatment as needed.
About Our Bingham Farms Office — Oakland County
Our Bingham Farms office is private, calm, and designed for in-depth medical conversations. It does not feel like a typical clinic. Instead, it feels more like a long-term health partnership. You will also find ample free parking on site.
In addition, the office is easy to reach from Telegraph Road and the Lodge Freeway (M-10). In-person appointments run on Fridays from 9 AM to 3 PM. However, our phone line is staffed Monday through Friday — so you can call any weekday to schedule, ask questions, or request a refill. If Friday hours do not work for you, our Sterling Heights location is open all week.
Michigan Weight Loss Institute — Bingham Farms
32000 Telegraph Road
Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025
Phone: (248) 573-3110
In-person hours: Fridays, 9 AM – 3 PM | Phone staffed: Monday – Friday
Areas We Serve from Bingham Farms — Oakland County
Our Bingham Farms clinic is on Telegraph Road, making it easy to reach from across southeast Oakland County. We regularly see patients from these communities:
- Bingham Farms, MI
- Birmingham, MI
- Beverly Hills, MI
- Franklin, MI
- Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Bloomfield Township, MI
- Southfield, MI
- Farmington Hills, MI
- West Bloomfield, MI
- Royal Oak, MI
- Troy, MI
If you live in Oakland County or a nearby area, we are currently accepting new patients. So now is a great time to take the first step.
Find Our Bingham Farms Office
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first appointment at our Bingham Farms office usually takes 60 to 90 minutes. Here is what to expect. First, Dr. Kathawa or Stephanie Shaheen, PA-C will review your medical history and order any needed lab work. Then, we discuss your weight loss history and goals in detail. After that, we build your personalized treatment plan together.
Please bring a list of your current medications and any recent lab results you have. Also, bring any questions you have been saving up. We want to understand the full picture of your health from the very first visit.
Schedule Your Bingham Farms Consultation
Ready to take a medically guided approach to weight loss in Oakland County? We are accepting new patients at our Bingham Farms clinic. Contact us today to get started.
📞 Call (248) 573-3110 — Phone staffed Monday through Friday
📍 Get Driving Directions — 32000 Telegraph Road, Bingham Farms, MI 48025
💻 Request a Consultation Online — Book at any time, we will contact you to confirm
Frequently Asked Questions — Bingham Farms, MI
We offer medically supervised programs for patients throughout Oakland County. These include GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide, when clinically appropriate. We also provide nutritional counseling, lab-guided treatment, metabolic testing, and support for bariatric surgery patients. Every plan is built around your individual health profile — not a generic template.
Coverage varies by plan and service. Many insurance providers cover the medical evaluation portion of weight loss care. However, medications and certain specialty services may require out-of-pocket payment. Because coverage can vary widely, we encourage you to call (248) 573-3110 so we can help you understand your specific options.
No referral is needed for most services. You can request a consultation directly by calling (248) 573-3110 or by using our online form. Our team will help you schedule at the Bingham Farms office or at our Sterling Heights location — whichever works best for you.
We are at 32000 Telegraph Road, Bingham Farms, MI 48025, in Oakland County. The office has free parking and is easy to reach from Telegraph Road, the Lodge Freeway (M-10), and 13 Mile Road. In-person appointments are on Fridays from 9 AM to 3 PM. However, our phones are staffed Monday through Friday. Call (248) 573-3110 to schedule or ask questions. Also, our Sterling Heights clinic is open all week if you need a weekday appointment.
Commercial programs sell food or generic plans. We are a medical clinic. So instead of guessing, we run labs, diagnose metabolic conditions, prescribe medications when appropriate, and monitor your health throughout treatment. Because Dr. Kathawa is board-certified in Obesity Medicine, she treats obesity as the medical condition it is — not simply a lifestyle issue.
Yes. Weight regain after bariatric surgery is common. However, it is also a medically treatable condition. At our Bingham Farms location, we work with post-surgical patients to identify the underlying causes and build a plan to get back on track. You do not have to navigate that process alone.
Yes. Our Bingham Farms clinic on Telegraph Road is conveniently located for patients from Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Beverly Hills, Franklin, Southfield, Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, and other Oakland County communities. We are currently accepting new patients throughout the area.
