Golden Afternoon Clinic offers physician-supervised GLP-1 weight optimization therapy using high-quality compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide. These medications support healthy, gradual weight loss by improving metabolic function, reducing appetite, and stabilizing blood sugar, helping patients achieve results that feel natural, steady, and sustainable.
Our program is designed to be affordable, supportive, and grounded in clinical safety. Our processes ensure personalized dosing and a compassionate care experience.
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide work by mimicking a naturally occurring hormone that helps regulate:
These medications help patients feel fuller longer, reduce cravings, and support metabolic balance—making weight loss more achievable without extreme dieting.
When clinically appropriate, we can discuss FDA-approved GLP-1 medications and, when necessary and permitted, compounded formulations prepared by licensed U.S. pharmacies. The decision is individualized (e.g., tolerability, dosing needs, access considerations), and we review benefits, risks, and alternatives during your medical visit.
We work with licensed U.S. pharmacies and require appropriate documentation of sourcing and quality controls.
GLP-1 medications work through several synergistic pathways:
Reduced hunger and fewer cravings make portion control feel effortless.
Food stays in your stomach longer, prolonging fullness and reducing spikes in blood sugar.
Better glucose regulation can support healthier energy levels and reduced fat storage.
Many patients report decreased emotional or stress-related eating.
Most patients see gradual, natural-feeling changes over weeks to months.
Compounded medication notice: Our program includes compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved and have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality. Compounded formulations may be considered only when clinically appropriate and legally permitted based on an individualized medical evaluation.
These medications are prescribed as part of a clinician-supervised plan. Outcomes vary by individual, and no specific results are guaranteed.
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Compounded formulas offer a cost-effective and reliable supply.
Weight journeys can be emotional, our approach is respectful, compassionate, and realistic.
No crash dieting or extreme restrictions.
Easy access for Westside residents and surrounding LA neighborhoods.
At Golden Afternoon, we understand that weight, mood, and motivation are often deeply connected. Many people struggle not because they lack willpower, but because biology and mental health are working against them at the same time. Our care model is designed to address both—thoughtfully, safely, and with close medical support.
GLP-1 medications work on gut–brain signaling pathways that help regulate appetite and fullness. For many patients, this can mean:
GLP-1 therapy supports the metabolic side of weight management, helping the body respond more appropriately to food intake rather than relying on constant effort or restriction alone.
Ketamine therapy is used in carefully selected patients to support mental health, particularly symptoms of depression. Unlike traditional antidepressants, ketamine works through pathways involved in neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to form new connections.
Clinically, patients may experience:
This can be especially meaningful for individuals whose mood symptoms interfere with self-care, consistency, or follow-through.
While these treatments work in different ways, they may be complementary when used thoughtfully:
Importantly, this is not about “more medication.” It is about coordinated, individualized care that addresses both body and mind.
We provide this care in a calm, supportive environment where patients are treated with time, attention, and respect. Our staff is warm, highly trained, and attentive—focused on helping patients feel safe, informed, and genuinely cared for at every visit. We believe outcomes are better when patients feel supported, not rushed or judged.
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All treatments require an individualized medical evaluation.
If compounded medications are prescribed, please note that compounded drugs are not FDA-approved and are not reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality in the same way as FDA-approved products. The FDA has issued safety communications regarding some compounded GLP-1 products, including concerns about dosing errors and the use of ingredient forms that differ from those in FDA-approved medications. Patients are encouraged to discuss risks, benefits, and alternatives in detail with their clinician.
Our safe and integrative IV and intranasal Ketamine sessions can help re-wire your neurons and are a proven treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, mood disorders and chronic pain.
Golden Afternoon is a dba of Jennifer A Ellice MD PC
