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Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center vs The Virtual NP

Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
Graded #177

Higher grade

vs+6.200000000000003
The Virtual NP
Graded #316

Lower grade

The verdict

Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center takes it — 67/100 to 60.8/100.

Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center grades higher on WeighScore, our editorial score across cost value, dose & formulation, clinical oversight, labs & monitoring, fulfillment and contract terms. Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center is a Maine-based clinic (Oakland) offering nationwide telehealth for GLP-1 weight loss. It prescribes semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide in both injectable and subli

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Factor by factor

The same six graded dimensions, side by side. See the methodology.

Cost valueDr. Gillis' Wellness Center +19
64
45
Dose & formulationDr. Gillis' Wellness Center +15
68
53
Clinical oversightThe Virtual NP +10
84
94
Labs & monitoringThe Virtual NP +1
53
54
FulfillmentDr. Gillis' Wellness Center +17
81
64
Contract termsThe Virtual NP +18
37
55
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center · left barThe Virtual NP · right bar

The numbers

MetricDr. Gillis' Wellness CenterThe Virtual NP
WeighScore67/10060.8/100
GradeCC
Scorecard rank#177#316
Semaglutide$149/mo (starting dose, compounded)Not disclosed
TirzepatideNot disclosedNot disclosed
CoverageAll 50 states7 states
Brand-name accessCompounded onlyYes
Oral / sublingualYesInjection only

Strengths

  • Sublingual ODT tablets offered as needle-free alternative
  • Broad GLP-1 menu: semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide
  • Transparent pricing: $150 starting dose, plans from $149/mo
  • Led by board-certified physician/surgeon with 25+ years experience
  • No contracts; flexible weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly cadence

Where it loses points

  • Specific dose-tier pricing beyond starting plan not detailed
  • Compounded vs brand not explicitly stated for all meds
  • Smaller clinic vs national telehealth brands
  • State licensing list not published
The Virtual NP

Graded #316 · C

Strengths

  • FDA-approved branded Zepbound and Wegovy only, no compounded
  • Transparent fees: 99 visit or 75 per month membership
  • HSA/FSA accepted and prior authorization assistance offered
  • NP-led with same or next-day booking and home shipping

Where it loses points

  • Branded only, so medication cost is high and billed separately
  • Limited to seven states
  • No compounded lower-cost GLP-1 alternative
  • Single-provider practice may limit scale and hours

Also worth a look

Neither is our top-graded pick — CoreAge Rx leads the scorecard

Across all 499 providers, CoreAge Rx grades highest at 91.8/100 (A−). Top of the scorecard: flat transparent pricing, both molecules, nationwide — no teaser-rate games.

Pricing/verification reflect each provider's public disclosures at last grading; the WeighScore is our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on each provider's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.

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