Business Details
Expert Weight Management & Health Coaching in South Carolina
Metabolic Medical Ctr-Columbia is a dedicated weight management practice serving patients across South Carolina. Founded with a mission to provide personalized, medically supervised weight loss solutions, our team of board-certified physicians and wellness coaches combines clinical expertise with lifestyle management to address obesity and related health concerns. With five locations in Mount Pleasant, Charleston, Murrells Inlet, Bluffton, and Columbia, we offer tailored programs including accelerated medical weight loss, whole foods nutrition, GLP-1 therapies, and health coaching.Our approach emphasizes sustainable results through evidence-based practices, including meal replacements, vitamin injections, and personal training. We maintain a patient-first philosophy, prioritizing education, empathy, and long-term wellness. Our providers bring decades of combined experience in metabolic health, ensuring each individual receives comprehensive care aligned with their unique needs. As a trusted leader in weight management, we adhere to strict medical standards while fostering a supportive environment for lasting transformation.
Services
Accelerated Medical Weight Loss
Health Coaching
Vitamin B12 Injections
Whole Foods Weight Loss
GLP-1 Therapies
Metabolic Weight Loss
Personal Training
Meal Replacements
IV Therapy
NAD+ Injections
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized weight loss programs tailored by board-certified physicians.
- Our team combines medical expertise with lifestyle management for sustainable results.
- We provide evidence-based tools including GLP-1 therapies and metabolic assessments.
- Our patient-first approach emphasizes education and long-term wellness strategies.
- We maintain five accessible locations across South Carolina for convenient care.
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Personalized care
Life-changing results
Great team
Dramatically helped energy
Services
Accelerated Medical Weight Loss
Our accelerated medical weight loss program delivers structured, physician-supervised plans for significant weight reduction. Patients receive customized low-calorie diets combined with metabolic support through injections and supplements. This science-backed approach ensures nutritional adequacy while promoting fat loss at a sustainable pace under medical supervision.
Health Coaching
Health coaching provides personalized behavioral support for lasting lifestyle changes. Certified coaches develop tailored strategies for nutrition, exercise, and habit formation. This service focuses on overcoming obstacles through regular check-ins and motivational support to maintain long-term weight management success.
GLP-1 Therapies
GLP-1 receptor agonists like Semaglutide regulate appetite through targeted hormonal pathways. These prescription injections slow gastric emptying and enhance satiety signals to the brain. When combined with dietary changes, they produce clinically significant weight loss for patients with obesity or metabolic syndrome.
Vitamin B12 Injections
Vitamin B12 injections address deficiencies that impact energy metabolism and neurological function. These intramuscular shots bypass digestive absorption limitations, delivering essential nutrients directly into circulation. Patients report improved vitality and enhanced metabolic efficiency as part of comprehensive weight management plans.
Meal Replacements
Clinically formulated meal replacements offer portion-controlled nutrition with balanced macronutrients. These shakes and bars provide essential vitamins while maintaining caloric deficits for weight loss. Patients transition to whole foods gradually, using replacements as temporary tools for habit formation.
People
Meridith M. Womick, MD
Medical Director
Dr. Womick specializes in metabolic medicine with over 15 years of clinical experience. She develops personalized weight loss protocols combining endocrinology principles with lifestyle interventions. Her approach focuses on sustainable health improvements through evidence-based medical practices.
Peter Zvejienks, MD
Physician
Dr. Zvejienks brings expertise in internal medicine to weight management. He emphasizes comprehensive metabolic assessments and individualized treatment plans. His practice integrates nutritional science with behavioral health strategies for long-term patient success.
Donald C Patterson, MD
Physician
Dr. Patterson specializes in chronic disease prevention through weight optimization. He utilizes advanced diagnostic tools to identify metabolic barriers. His patient-centered care model addresses both physiological and psychological aspects of weight management.
Douglas J. Jones, MD
Physician
Dr. Jones focuses on pharmacological weight loss interventions and metabolic syndrome reversal. He combines clinical nutrition with emerging therapies to enhance patient outcomes. His practice emphasizes measurable health improvements beyond mere weight metrics.
Questions
What weight loss programs do you offer?
We provide accelerated medical weight loss, whole foods nutrition, GLP-1 therapies, and metabolic restoration programs tailored to individual health profiles.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept major insurance plans for office visits and certain diagnostic services. Payment details are confirmed during initial consultations.
Are your physicians board-certified?
All our providers are board-certified in their specialties with additional training in metabolic and weight management medicine.
What locations serve Columbia residents?
Our Columbia office at 3608 Landmark Drive offers full services including IV therapy and med spa treatments.
How often are follow-up appointments?
Initial programs include biweekly check-ins with monthly adjustments based on individual progress and metabolic response.
Can I combine services?
Yes, most patients use integrated approaches combining medical therapies, nutrition coaching, and metabolic support for optimal results.
