Family Practice Center
Weight Loss Management Clinic • Atlanta, GA • Since 1979 • Multiple Georgia locations (Atlanta metro area) locations
About
Summary: Family Practice Center Atlanta is a private, multi-location family medicine practice in Georgia offering comprehensive primary care with in-house diagnostic testing. Services include preventive and dermatology care, sports and women’s health, chronic disease management, weight management, and minor in-office procedures. They provide wellness exams, immunizations, and integrated services (e.g., dermatology, acupuncture, and preventive medicine) aimed at health maintenance and weight management. The practice operates from Atlanta with four offices and is led by founder Dr. James Wheeler, supported by physicians, PAs, NPAs, and clinical staff.
Clinic Type
Weight Loss Management Clinic
Address
Georgia locations (Atlanta metro area as listed on site)
Phone
404-256-1727
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Most visits are covered by insurance; some plans vary. Affordable cash-pay options available for medications and bundled programs.
Insurance, Cash pay, Credit/debit
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Will insurance cover weight management services?
Coverage varies by plan. Some insurance providers cover weight management visits and certain prescription medications. Our team will help you understand your coverage before treatment begins.
Do you offer FDA-approved weight-loss medications?
Yes. Our providers prescribe FDA-approved weight-loss medications, including Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, and semaglutide, as part of a comprehensive weight-management plan tailored to each patient.
Do you perform bariatric surgery or cosmetic procedures as part of the weight management program?
No. We do not perform bariatric surgery or cosmetic procedures. Our weight management programs focus on medically supervised, non-surgical approaches including nutrition, exercise, and prescription medications. When appropriate, we can refer patients to bariatric surgery specialists.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- rater8: 4.91/5 (181 ratings)
- rater8 (separate listing): 4.92/5 (159 ratings)
- Clinic Website/Aggregate: Highly positive overall (10,000+ verified reviews (aggregate across platforms))
Patients praise
- Compassionate, knowledgeable, and attentive medical providers
- Friendly, efficient, and welcoming front desk and support staff
- Thorough and personalized patient care plans
- Good bedside manner and effective communication from clinicians
- Successful outcomes in health management, including weight loss under professional care
Common complaints
- Occasional billing issues, including concerns over being overcharged and lack of itemized billing
- Potential for long wait times during peak hours
"Dr. Wheeler was more than thorough. Bedside manner was amazing! Front staff, nurse, scribe, lab all were very pleasant and helpful!"
— rater8 via GLP-1 Directory"I love Kelly’ s caring and helpful manner. She always takes time and listens to my concerns."
— rater8"While I do like and respect my doctor there. They have major billing issues. They over charge and then don't provide itemized billing."
— YelpSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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