Medical Weight Loss & Hormone Balance in Aventura
Medical weight loss and hormone balance care at Taurel Women’s Health starts with finding out why your weight is changing — insulin resistance, thyroid dysfunction, PCOS, perimenopause, sleep loss, or a combination. Treatment is then built around that answer and may include hormone therapy, insulin-sensitizing medication, GLP-1 medications, and a nutrition and strength plan.
If the same effort stopped producing the same result, there is usually a reason
Many women arrive here having done everything they were told to do. They eat less than they used to, they move more than they used to, and the weight still climbs — usually around the middle, usually starting in their forties.
That is not a discipline problem. It is a physiology problem, and physiology can be measured.
What we look for
1
Insulin resistance.
Often present long before blood sugar looks abnormal, and it makes losing weight measurably harder than it would be in another body.
2
Perimenopause and menopause.
Falling estrogen shifts where fat is stored toward the abdomen and accelerates the loss of muscle, which lowers metabolic rate.
3
Thyroid dysfunction.
Underdiagnosed in women, and a common driver of fatigue, weight change, and hair loss.
4
PCOS / polycystic ovary syndrome.
A hormonal and metabolic condition — not just ovarian cysts — that involves androgens, insulin, and the whole metabolism. Lean women get it too, and they are often diagnosed last.
5
Cortisol and sleep.
Chronic sleep disruption changes hunger hormones and fat storage.
6
Medications and supplements that affect weight.
These are easy to overlook.
7
Muscle mass and strength.
After midlife, what changes is not how much you move but how you move.
How the program works
Comprehensive evaluation.
Full history, symptom review, body composition context, and targeted labs: glucose and insulin, A1C, lipids, thyroid panel, androgens, vitamin D, iron, and hormonal panels as indicated. In-office draws available for a $30 processing fee.
A diagnosis, not a guess.
You leave knowing which mechanisms are driving your weight, and which are not.
A treatment plan.
Options are discussed openly with their benefits, side effects, cost, and expected timeline.
Follow-up and adjustment.
Your standard visit includes a follow-up. Concierge membership ($90/month) adds message and phone access plus one follow-up per month for women who want closer support during an active treatment phase.
Treatment options we may discuss
1
Insulin-sensitizing treatment,
including metformin, where insulin resistance or PCOS is present.
2
GLP-1 receptor agonist medications
such as semaglutide or tirzepatide, for appropriate candidates. These medications reduce appetite, slow gastric emptying, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce visceral fat preferentially. They are prescribed with monitoring, with a protein and resistance-training plan to protect muscle, and after a real conversation about candidacy and side effects.
3
Menopausal hormone therapy,
where indicated. Hormone therapy is not a weight-loss drug, but by improving insulin sensitivity, sleep, and the tendency toward central fat gain it can make the rest of the plan work better.
4
PCOS management,
including cycle regulation, androgen-related symptoms such as acne and unwanted hair, metabolic protection, and fertility planning when that is a goal.
5
Thyroid treatment
when a thyroid disorder is identified.
6
Nutrition and strength strategy
focused on protein adequacy, resistance training, sleep, and sustainable habits — the foundation that makes every medication work better and the results last.
No plan here starts with a number on a scale. It starts with what your labs and your history are telling us.
Practical details
LOCATION
19300 West Dixie Highway, Suite 2
North Miami Beach, FL 33180
Serving Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Bal Harbour, and Miami-Dade
COST
Standard appointment with follow-up included.
A follow-up visit is included.
CONCIERGE MEMBERSHIP
$90/month with message and phone access and one monthly follow-up.
INSURANCE
Aetna, Cigna, Oscar, and Medicare
Coverage for weight-management services varies by plan, so call to confirm.
TELEHEALTH
Available for eligible follow-up visits.
LANGUAGES
English and Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently accept Oscar (starting June 1st), Aetna, and Cigna. Please contact our office to confirm coverage before your visit.
Yes, we do accept Medicare. Please contact our office to confirm your specific plan is eligible before booking.
Taurel Women’s Health is a specialized gynecology practice led by Rebecca Taurel, APRN, focused on women’s hormonal health, particularly perimenopause and menopause. Our approach combines evidence-based hormone therapy, comprehensive gynecologic evaluation, and metabolic support, all tailored to your unique needs and long-term well-being.
We offer personalized, unhurried care where you are seen as a whole person, not just a checklist. Our practice is built on listening carefully, explaining clearly, and creating individualized treatment plans based on your symptoms, labs, and health goals. We integrate evidence-based medicine with a functional, compassionate approach so you feel truly supported at every visit.
We have protocols in place to ensure you can reach us when you need us. Please contact our office for details on how to connect with our team outside of regular hours.
Your care is never left unattended. When Dr. Taurel is unavailable, our team is available to support you, address your concerns, and coordinate care as needed so you’re never without a point of contact.
Spanish and English
Yes, we offer in-office lab work for your convenience. There is a $30 processing fee for this service.
Yes, telehealth visits are available for eligible appointments. Contact us to find out if your visit qualifies.
Most visits run 30–45 minutes. Concierge patients may have longer appointments of up to 60–90 minutes to allow for a more in-depth consultation.
The first thing you should do is access the appointment portal, fill out all the forms, upload photos, list all medications you take and any questions you may have; include the date of your last menstrual period, mammogram results, and bring any previous exams, either printed or sent in advance.
Depending on your insurance plan and the services received, additional costs such as copayments may apply. Please contact our office for a clear breakdown based on your specific situation.
For any questions about your membership or payments, please reach out to our office directly by phone or email. Our team will be happy to assist you.
Our Concierge Membership is $90/month with access through message/phone and 1 follow up per month. It’s designed for patients who want ongoing, close-touch care and a more direct relationship with their provider. For families, membership options are also available. Contact our office for details.
