Background

Dr. Catie Harris, founder of Philly Wellness Center, specializes in hormone therapy, weight management, and IV hydration. She also runs NursePreneurs, a program helping nurses launch their own clinics.

Her practice faced challenges in optimizing GLP-1 therapy (semaglutide), IV hydration, and weight loss programs. Many patients suffered from metabolic dysfunction, poor fat oxidation, and extreme caloric restriction, leading to suboptimal outcomes. Dr. Harris sought an automated, scalable solution to enhance patient care without requiring additional staff.

Challenge

Dr. Harris identified three major obstacles:

1. Lack of Personalized Metabolic Data for GLP-1 Patients
   
   
   • Patients often dropped to dangerously low caloric intake (~1,000 calories/day).
   • Without metabolic data, it was difficult to educate them on fat oxidation and energy balance.
     
     
2. Scaling Without Hiring Additional Staff
   
   
   • As a solo practitioner, hiring full-time metabolic experts was not feasible.
   • She needed a system to handle metabolic assessments and exercise recommendations autonomously.
     
     
3. Clinic Differentiation in a Competitive Market
   
   
   • Mail-order GLP-1 programs lacked personalized metabolic support.
   • IV hydration services were common, making it difficult to stand out.

Solution

Dr. Harris integrated PNOĒ into her protocols, using it both as a clinical tool and business growth strategy.

1. Baseline Metabolic Testing for Every New Patient
   
   
   • Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) testing determines caloric needs and fat oxidation.
   • PNOĒ-generated nutrition and exercise plans provide tailored, science-backed guidance.
     
     
2. Quarterly Retesting for GLP-1 Patients
   
   
   • Every three months, patients track metabolic changes, improving compliance and engagement.
     
     
3. PNOĒ as an Automated Expert
   
   
   • Eliminates the need for in-house specialists by providing personalized metabolic insights.
     
     
4. PNOĒ as a Lead Generator
   
   
   • Used at wellness events to attract new clients.
   • Plans to expand into corporate wellness and gym partnerships with on-site metabolic testing.

Case Study: PNOĒ in Action

Patient Profile: Female, early 50s, struggling with weight loss despite GLP-1 therapy.

Initial PNOĒ Report Findings:

• Metabolic Age: 57 (seven years older than actual age).
• Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR): Too low due to extreme caloric restriction.
• Fuel Utilization: Excessive carbohydrate reliance, poor fat oxidation.

Intervention:

• Adjusted caloric intake to prevent muscle loss.
• Personalized macronutrient breakdown to enhance fat oxidation.

Outcome:

• Improved metabolic flexibility, better GLP-1 response, and sustainable weight loss.
• Continued quarterly testing ensured long-term retention.

Business Impact

1. Increased Patient Retention
   
   
   • Quarterly testing fosters ongoing engagement, driving repeat visits and revenue.
   • Patients are motivated to improve metabolic markers, strengthening clinic loyalty.
     
     
2. Differentiation in a Competitive Market
   
   
   • Unlike generic GLP-1 and IV therapy providers, Philly Wellness Center offers personalized metabolic tracking.
   • PNOĒ reports serve as third-party validation, increasing patient trust and adherence.
     
     
3. Effortless Business Scaling
   
   
   • PNOĒ functions as an extension of Dr. Harris’ team, eliminating the need for additional specialists.
   • Automated nutrition coaching and metabolic plans allow her to focus on patient care.
     
     
4. New Revenue Streams
   
   
   • Expansion into corporate wellness and gym partnerships using RMR testing as a lead generator.
   • High demand for metabolic testing at community events has created new business opportunities.

Conclusion

By integrating PNOĒ into GLP-1 therapy and IV hydration programs, Dr. Harris has:

• Optimized patient outcomes with real-time metabolic insights.
• Increased retention through structured quarterly retesting.
• Differentiated her clinic in a competitive weight loss market.
• Scaled her business without additional staffing costs.

PNOĒ has transformed Philly Wellness Center into a data-driven metabolic clinic, providing measurable proof of treatment efficacy while enabling sustainable business growth.