Fridays is a fully virtual weight care company that utilizes GLP-1 medications and personalized care plans to facilitate significant weight loss and metabolic well-being for individuals struggling with obesity. By providing tailored support from a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers and lifestyle coaches, Fridays enhances access to effective obesity treatment while addressing the barriers of location and insurance coverage.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Obesity and related metabolic disorders pose significant health risks, yet access to effective treatments, including GLP-1 medications, is often limited by high costs, insurance complexities, and geographical barriers. Many individuals struggle to navigate the complexities of weight management and lack personalized support for sustainable lifestyle changes.
Solution
Fridays is a virtual weight care platform that provides access to GLP-1 medications and personalized support to facilitate weight loss and improve metabolic health. The platform offers customized care plans, prescription management, and insurance support, all within a convenient, virtual setting. Patients receive guidance from licensed healthcare providers and lifestyle coaches, along with access to a supportive community, to promote lasting lifestyle changes and overall well-being.
Target Audience
Fridays primarily targets individuals aged 18 and older with a BMI over 27, or a BMI over 30, or those seeking maintenance therapy with a BMI > 22 and a history of obesity or overweight who have previously been on a GLP-1 within the past 12 months.
Features
- Access to FDA-approved GLP-1 medications, including Mounjaro, Ozempic, Zepbound, Wegovy, and Saxenda, as well as compounded Semaglutide and Tirzepatide
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual needs and health goals
- Virtual consultations with licensed healthcare providers for prescription management and ongoing support
- Insurance concierge service to maximize coverage and minimize out-of-pocket expenses
- Lifestyle coaching to develop healthy habits and promote sustainable weight loss
- Access to a supportive online community for motivation and shared experiences
- Integrated platform for visit scheduling, weight tracking, and access to health resources
- Optional protein cheat sheet to guide optimal protein intake while on GLP-1 medications