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BHRT · GLP-1 weight management · Illinois telehealth
Come back to the way you want to feel.
You deserve care that feels personal from the very first conversation. At Physique MD, Dr. Leena listens closely, looks at the whole picture, and helps you explore a thoughtful path toward feeling stronger, steadier, and more at home in your body.
Your consultation is $50—never presented as “free.” If you move forward, every dollar is credited toward your care — medication or labs.
- Exclusively for Illinois patients
- Personally evaluated by Dr. Leena
- Warm, ongoing support
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Choose your path
Four programs, one doctor. Every path begins with a personal medical evaluation by Dr. Leena — nothing is prescribed before you are truly evaluated.
Weight Loss — GLP-1
When hard work alone has not moved the needle, a medically guided GLP-1 plan may offer a more hopeful path forward for patients across Illinois.
See GLP-1 pricing →
Women’s Hormones — BHRT
If changing hormones have left you feeling unlike yourself, Dr. Leena can help you understand what may be happening.
See BHRT options →
Hair Loss
Hair loss, treated seriously. Dr. Leena looks for the cause first, then prescribes what actually helps — prescription-strength minoxidil, not the weak over-the-counter versions.
About hair treatment →
Wrinkle Treatment
Prescription tretinoin is the dermatology gold standard for improving fine lines, wrinkles, and texture — physician-guided, prescription-strength care at home.
See skin treatments →Talk to Dr. Leena
Need something that’s not listed, or not sure where to start? Have a question before taking the next step? Start with the short form and we’ll help you understand what comes next.
See what you could lose
Move the slider to your current weight. These are averages reported in clinical studies — your own result depends on your health history, your dose, and the habits built around the medication.
Projected weight: 187 lbs
Projected weight: 172 lbs
Averages are drawn from clinical studies of semaglutide and tirzepatide. That is different for every person, and any clinic that guarantees a number is not being honest with you. Individual results vary. Only a medical evaluation can tell you whether GLP-1 treatment is right for you.
You won’t get lost in a corporate system here.
Physique MD is a small, women-owned Illinois practice where care stays close and personal. Dr. Leena meets with every patient herself, so your story is heard by the same physician who evaluates your health and guides your treatment.
Nothing is prescribed before you are truly evaluated.
Dr. Leena reviews your history, listens to what has and hasn’t worked, and talks through safety, options, and expectations with you. The goal is not to rush you into treatment—it is to help you make a confident, medically appropriate choice.
Meet your doctor
Leena Almarzouqi, MD, MPH
Board Certified in Obesity Medicine · Board Certified in Preventive & Occupational Medicine · Member, Obesity Medicine Association (OMA)
At Physique MD there is no call center and no rotating roster of providers. Every patient is evaluated personally by Dr. Leena — the same physician who reviews your history, builds your plan, and follows your progress.
The return of Physique MD
A practice with a past—and a beautiful new chapter.
Dr. Leena previously owned Physique MD, complete with its own logo. She had to close the clinic during COVID. Now Physique MD is back.
Today, the practice offers Illinois patients a warm, focused telehealth experience and a convenient way to receive deeply personal medical care.
Dr. Leena is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA), with membership valid through June 2028.
Welcome back to Physique MD. More importantly, welcome back to care that sees you.
Your symptoms, metabolism, hormones, and goals are connected. Your care should honor the whole of you.
Care shaped around you
Care that sees the whole picture.
Whether you are navigating weight, hormones, or the frustrating overlap between them, your care begins with a real conversation—not a questionnaire that tries to reduce you to a number.
Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy
If changing hormones have left you feeling unlike yourself, Dr. Leena can help you understand what may be happening. When appropriate, BHRT is thoughtfully selected around your symptoms, history, testing, comfort, and goals.

GLP-1 treatment options
When hard work alone has not moved the needle, a medically guided GLP-1 plan may offer a more hopeful path forward for patients across Lake County and all of Illinois. Dr. Leena helps eligible patients choose an appropriate option and stay supported as treatment unfolds.
BHRT and GLP-1 medications are not appropriate for everyone. Eligibility, testing, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up requirements are discussed during clinical evaluation. Results vary. Lab availability and cash-pay pricing may vary by test and location.
Clear, caring pricing
See every option before you decide
No mystery menu and no pressure. Dr. Leena will help you understand which treatments may fit your health, preferences, and budget after a personal medical evaluation.
If your insurance covers any medically appropriate medication listed above, Dr. Leena is more than happy to prescribe it through your plan. Coverage and approval depend on your insurer. When prior authorization paperwork is required, our office can complete the form for $20–$25, depending on the request.
Prescription medication is provided only when medically appropriate after clinical evaluation. Dose, formulation, treatment changes, monitoring, and eligibility are determined by your clinician. Pricing shown does not guarantee eligibility, coverage, or a prescription. Individual results vary.
A closer look
The treatments, up close
Physique MD prescribes compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide, prepared for you by a licensed U.S. compounding pharmacy — plus prescription-strength skin care, chosen by Dr. Leena after your evaluation. Medication is priced by monthly dose tier; see the pricing above for your maximum monthly cost before you ever start.

Semaglutide
Weekly semaglutide injections in three simple monthly tiers — Starter, Progress, and Maintenance — matched to your prescribed dose.
Book your $50 consultation
Tirzepatide
Weekly tirzepatide treatment for Illinois patients, with pricing matched to your prescribed dose.
Book your $50 consultation
Tretinoin Cream
FDA-approved prescription-strength tretinoin, selected by Dr. Leena when medically appropriate, to help soften the look of fine lines and improve skin texture over time.
Prescription medication is provided only when medically appropriate after clinical evaluation. Compounded medications use the same active ingredients as the brand-name products, but they are not themselves FDA-approved products. Individual results vary.
Your weight changed. Let your skin catch up beautifully.
Rapid GLP-1 weight loss can leave the face looking a little less like itself—looser skin, fine lines, uneven tone, and that tired, hollow look people call “Ozempic face.” Your next chapter can feel softer: physician-guided, prescription-strength care for smoother-looking, brighter skin at home.
Not another pretty bottle of weak over-the-counter retinol.
Prescription tretinoin is the dermatology gold standard for improving fine lines, wrinkles, and texture. Unlike OTC retinol, which the skin must first convert, tretinoin is already in its active form—so every step of your routine can feel intentional.
Your glow deserves a real medical plan.
Start with a short form for an Illinois telehealth skin consultation with Dr. Leena.
Starting prices are for general planning and may vary by patient, prescription, formula, and supply. Prescription treatment is provided only when medically appropriate after a telemedicine evaluation with Dr. Leena. Available to Illinois patients only; medication is shipped directly to the patient. Compounded brightening formulas are prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy and are not FDA-approved products. Tretinoin is not appropriate for everyone; results vary.
Hair loss, treated seriously
Shedding is common — after weight loss, after illness, with hormone changes, and with age. Dr. Leena looks for the cause first, including lab work when it is needed, and then prescribes what actually helps: prescription-strength minoxidil — topical solution or foam, or a low-dose oral tablet — spironolactone, or a DHT-blocking medication such as finasteride or dutasteride, matched to your pattern of hair loss. No gimmicks, no miracle promises: real treatment, chosen and monitored by your doctor.
Ask about hair loss at your $50 consultation.
Straightforward labs. Fair cash-pay prices.
Get the testing your care calls for without a surprise bill. Dr. Leena can help arrange standard weight-loss labs, menopausal hormone testing, and testosterone panels at discounted cash-pay rates.
Weight Loss Baseline Panel
Includes:
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
- Lipid / cholesterol panel
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
Weight Loss Expanded Panel
Everything in the Baseline Panel, plus:
- Hemoglobin A1c
- Fasting insulin
- Free T3
- Free T4
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin B12
Women’s BHRT / Menopausal Panel
Includes:
- Estradiol
- FSH
- LH
- Progesterone
- Total testosterone
- Free testosterone
- SHBG
- DHEA-S
- TSH
- Free T4
Men’s Testosterone Panel
Includes:
- Total testosterone
- Free testosterone
- Estradiol
- PSA
- LH
- FSH
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
Need a lab order?
Start with a short form and we’ll help arrange a medically appropriate lab order at discounted cash-pay rates.
No program needed
Just a maintenance or yearly health check
Not joining a treatment program? You can still get your labs done once or twice a year at one cash price — with or without insurance. This is a general health check only: no hormone testing, no BHRT panel, no testosterone panel — just the essentials, reviewed by your provider.
Health Lab — Women
Includes:
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
- Lipid / cholesterol panel
- Hemoglobin A1c
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- Iron, TIBC & ferritin
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D 25-OH
Health Lab — Men
Includes:
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
- Lipid / cholesterol panel
- Hemoglobin A1c
- Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- Iron, TIBC & ferritin
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin D 25-OH
- PSA (prostate)
Order your yearly check
Start with the short Labs-Only form. Your provider reviews it, the $50 consultation is credited toward your panel, and you will draw at a Quest location near you.
Estimated cash-pay prices are shown for general planning. Final pricing and the tests ordered may vary by location, laboratory, and individual medical need. A clinician determines which testing is appropriate.
Care with context
More than a number on the scale
Medical weight management looks at the factors that can influence progress, then turns that understanding into a plan you can realistically follow.
A complete health review
Your symptoms, medical history, current medications, lifestyle, and goals help shape the conversation from the start.
Options chosen for you
Your clinician can discuss lifestyle support, hormone therapy, or prescription weight treatment when medically appropriate.
Support as you progress
Follow-up care creates space to review how you are feeling, track progress, and adjust your plan when needed.
Care where you are
Telehealth that fits your day
Connect with your clinician from a private, comfortable place. Virtual care makes ongoing conversations easier to fit around work, family, and everything in between.
- Meet face-to-face by secure video
- Skip the waiting room and travel time
- Discuss treatment in a confidential setting
A steadier way forward
Designed for real life
Personal
Recommendations are based on your individual health needs and priorities.
Evidence-informed
Medical decision-making guides which options may be safe and appropriate.
Practical
The best plan is one that can work within your actual routine—not an idealized one.
Collaborative
Your questions, preferences, and feedback remain part of each care decision.
What to expect
A clear path to getting started
Have a question before taking the next step? Start with the short form and we’ll help you understand what comes next.
Start with a conversation
Start with the short form to ask about care, availability, and how to prepare for your first visit.
Complete a medical evaluation
Your clinician will review your health history, goals, relevant risk factors, and any laboratory testing that may be appropriate before recommending treatment.
Build your care plan
Together, you’ll discuss appropriate options and decide on a plan that matches your needs.
Review and adjust
Ongoing follow-up helps your care evolve with your progress, response, and concerns.
Common questions
Before your first conversation
Is medical weight management the same for everyone?
No. Your clinician considers your health history, goals, current medications, and other relevant factors. Treatment recommendations—and whether medication is appropriate—depend on an individual medical evaluation.
Does starting care guarantee a prescription?
No. Prescription treatment is not right for everyone and is never guaranteed. Your clinician will discuss potential benefits, risks, alternatives, and eligibility based on your evaluation.
Can Physique MD help me get laboratory testing?
Yes. When labs are medically appropriate, Physique MD can help arrange testing. Discounted cash-pay pricing may be available for patients who prefer not to use insurance or whose plan does not cover the labs. Ask Dr. Leena about the tests you need, available locations, and current pricing.
How do telehealth visits work?
Visits take place by video, allowing you to speak directly with Dr. Leena — your weight loss doctor serving Vernon Hills, Lake County, and patients across Illinois — from a private location. Start with the short form for current details about scheduling and technology requirements.
Can I ask a question before scheduling?
Yes — the short form is the best way to ask general questions about getting started.
Do I need to live near your office to become a patient?
Not at all. Physique MD is a 100% telehealth practice serving patients across all of Illinois — there are no in-person visits. Your appointments happen by secure video from wherever you are in Illinois, and prescriptions and labs are arranged remotely.
How much weight will I lose?
That is different for every person, and any clinic that guarantees a number is not being honest with you. Your result depends on your health history, your dose, and the habits built around the medication. What Dr. Leena can promise is a realistic expectation for your situation, set at your consultation — and a plan that is reviewed and adjusted with you, not a slogan.
How do I know if GLP-1 treatment is right for me?
Only a medical evaluation can answer that. In general, Dr. Leena considers your weight history, BMI, current medications, and conditions such as thyroid disease, pancreatitis, or gastroparesis. The short questionnaire on this site helps you start the conversation — it is not a diagnosis and it does not guarantee a prescription.
Are your medications brand-name or compounded?
Physique MD prescribes compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide, prepared for you by a licensed U.S. compounding pharmacy. Compounded medications use the same active ingredients as the brand-name products, but they are not themselves FDA-approved products, and brand names such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound belong to their manufacturers. If your insurance covers a brand-name medication, Dr. Leena is glad to prescribe it through your plan instead.
What does treatment cost, in total?
Your consultation is $50, and the full amount is credited toward your care — medication or labs — if you move forward. Medication is priced by dose tier — tirzepatide $129, $279, or $350 per month; semaglutide $99, $149, or $199 per month — so you can see your maximum monthly cost before you ever start. Labs, when needed, are extra at discounted cash-pay rates, and if prior-authorization paperwork is required, our office completes it for $20–$25.
Do you accept insurance?
Physique MD is a cash-pay practice, which is how we keep pricing clear and care direct. If your insurance plan covers a medication that is medically appropriate for you, Dr. Leena will prescribe it through your plan and our office can help with the prior-authorization paperwork for $20–$25.
What are the common side effects?
The most common are nausea, reflux, constipation or diarrhea, and reduced appetite. They are usually dose-related and often settle as your body adjusts — and there are practical ways to make them milder, which Dr. Leena reviews with you. Less common but serious risks, including pancreatitis and gallbladder problems, are discussed in full at your consultation so you know exactly what to watch for.
What happens at the consultation?
You meet Dr. Leena herself by secure video. She reviews your history, your medications, and what has and has not worked for you, discusses whether labs are needed, and explains your options with their benefits and risks. If treatment is appropriate, you build the plan together. If it is not, she will tell you honestly.
Do I need lab work before starting?
Usually, yes — baseline labs help Dr. Leena prescribe safely and follow your progress. If you have recent results, bring them. If not, Physique MD can arrange testing at discounted cash-pay rates, starting with the Weight Loss Baseline Panel at about $79.
How is the medication delivered?
Your medication is prepared by a licensed U.S. compounding pharmacy and shipped directly to your home in Illinois. Refills and dose changes are coordinated at your follow-up visits, so nothing arrives — or changes — without a clinical reason.
Do you offer tablets instead of injections?
Yes. For patients who prefer not to inject, we offer brand-name Wegovy® tablets (semaglutide) filled by NovoCare® Pharmacy, and compounded tirzepatide tablets, at the prices shown on this site. Dr. Leena will help you weigh convenience against effectiveness for your situation.
What if I am already taking a GLP-1 through another provider?
You are welcome here. Bring your current medication, dose, and how you have been tolerating it. Dr. Leena will review your history and either continue your plan or adjust it — there is no need to start over.
What happens after I reach my goal weight?
Losing the weight is only half the plan. Dr. Leena works with you on a maintenance phase — which may include dose adjustments, habit support, and a follow-up schedule — so the result you worked for is one you can keep.
Can I pause or stop treatment?
There are no membership fees and no lock-in contracts at Physique MD — you pay month to month for your plan only. Yes. Treatment is month to month, and your plan can change as your life does. Because stopping suddenly often leads to regain, Dr. Leena will help you pause or stop in a planned, safe way rather than all at once.
Who can become a patient at Physique MD?
Adults 18 and older who live in Illinois. Physique MD is 100% telehealth, and Dr. Leena treats adults only — we do not treat children.
Take the next step
Your next chapter can begin with one easy conversation.
Call or text when you feel ready. Your $50 consultation gives you dedicated time with Dr. Leena, and the full amount is credited toward your care — medication or labs — if you decide to move forward.
Proudly serving Grayslake, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Vernon Hills, Lake Forest, Riverwoods, Gurnee, and Lake Bluff — across Lake County and Cook County, and patients throughout all of Illinois. Every visit is by secure video — Dr. Leena sees you from wherever you are. No office visits, no travel: 100% telemedicine.
Board Certified in Preventive & Occupational Medicine · Member, Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) · Member, The Menopause Society

