Physician-Supervised Medical Weight Loss · Metabolic Medicine
You're Not Failing. The Program Was Wrong for You.
For people whose weight has stopped responding to diet and exercise.
Most programs weren't built for your body. Ours is. Real bloodwork. Real answers. In person, in Connecticut.
Watch Dr. Cavo explain why (1:10)
Dr. Charlie Cavo, OB/GYN & Michelle Cavo, PA-C10,000+ patients treated in Connecticut since 2013
Dr. Cavo Diplomate of Obesity Medicine, Board-Certified OB/GYNMichelle Cavo Certified Physician Assistant
See if we take your insurance
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Where can we reach you?
We call you with the answer. Your information stays private.
No referral needed. Reach out directly and the office takes it from there.
Not sure what plan you have? No problem. We work it out with you on the call. Deductibles and copays follow your plan's specialist rules; your insurer confirms those.
Got it. Expect our call.
A member of our team calls you to tell you whether we take your insurance and what to expect.
When we call
Monday 9 to 11 am
Tuesday to Thursday 4 to 6 pm
A limited number of new patient openings across three Connecticut offices.
10,000+Patients since 2013
OB/GYN + PA-C + APRN + RDPhysician-led care
GLPMedication specialists
Why It's Different
Everything the Apps Aren't
You've done the quizzes, the subscriptions, the meds in the mail. Here's what actually treating the problem looks like.
The apps & telehealth
Pounds Transformation
Out of pocket, every month
We check your insurance before your first visit
A 5-minute quiz, then meds in the mail
See a provider and complete lab work at your first visit
A provider you may never meet
Your provider personalizes your plan
A subscription to manage
No subscriptions. No hidden fees.
Plans vary. Tell us yours and we tell you if we take it.
Check My PlanYour Providers
Physician-Led Care, in Connecticut Since 2013
Michelle Cavo, PA-C, and Dr. Charlie Cavo founded Pounds Transformation. The practice has treated more than 10,000 patients across three Connecticut offices. Your providers oversee your plan. A team trained in metabolic medicine carries it out.
Dr. Charlie Cavo, DOCo-Founder & Chief Medical Officer · Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine & Board-Certified OB/GYNRead Dr. Cavo’s bio
Dr. Charlie Cavo is the Chief Medical Officer at Pounds Transformation. He co-founded it with his wife, Michelle.
- Medical degree, Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Obstetrics and Gynecology residency, University of Connecticut
- Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine
His focus is perimenopause, menopause, and hormone replacement therapy. He also works with GLP medications to treat metabolic conditions that often get missed.
Michelle Cavo, PA-CCo-Founder & Chief Executive Officer · Certified Physician AssistantRead Michelle’s bio
Michelle started Pounds Transformation with two patients at her kitchen table. She is a busy mom of three. She had struggled with weight gain herself, and no one could tell her why. The medical system gave her little help. So she built the practice she had needed. One that treats the root causes of weight gain with compassion and science.
She has fought her own weight her whole life, even while eating well and exercising. That is what drives her work with patients. Pounds Transformation was built on her belief that food is medicine.
- Physician Assistant program and Master’s Degree in Public Health, Nova Southeastern University
- Certified by the American Society of Bariatric Physicians
- Fifteen years as a Physician Assistant in primary care
She is now Chief Executive Officer, alongside her husband, Dr. Charlie Cavo.
Serving Connecticut patients together since 2013.
Real Patients · Real Results
People Who'd Tried Everything Else
Rated 4.7 by patients across 94 reviews
120 lbsLost, at age 50
"I was referred to the West Hartford location and I haven't looked back. My registered dietitian has been with me every step of the way. I'm down 120 pounds and now weigh 180 at age 50. I genuinely didn't think that was possible."
West Hartford · Google ReviewIndividual experiences and results vary. Testimonials reflect one patient's experience and are not a guarantee of any particular outcome.
"I spent three years going doctor to doctor with no answers. Dr. Cavo, Liz, and the staff actually sat down and looked at what was going on. Almost 30 pounds down, and someone is finally treating the actual problem."
M.H. · Connecticut"I've tried more diets than I can count. The Southington office is different. APRN Kristen and Dietitian Pam know your name, know your chart, and genuinely care. I finally have a real team in my corner."
M.C. · Southington"Down 120 pounds and now 180 at age 50. I genuinely didn't think that was possible."
J.B. · West Hartford"The entire staff is thoughtful, caring, and knowledgeable. Every single person I've ever interacted with at Pounds makes you feel like you're their most valued patient."
C.R. · Southington"I've been going to Pounds Transformation for years and I can honestly say it's been one of the best decisions I've made for my health. Alisha has been my consistent dietitian throughout this journey, and she is absolutely phenomenal."
A.L. · Southington"I have been visiting Pounds for years. I've had the privilege of meeting with several different providers and dieticians, all of whom have provided guidance and direction during my struggles with my weight. Going to Pounds is like therapy for me."
M.O. · West Hartford"Pounds Transformation is a truly outstanding medical practice that goes above and beyond in providing exceptional patient care. The staff is not only professional but also incredibly compassionate."
K.A. · Southington"Both my dietician and medical associate are positive and supportive. They are great listeners and have offered me easily workable methods to help me improve my eating habits and general health."
J.D. · West Hartford"Pounds Transformation has been educating me not only on my health, but also teaching me healthy eating habits so that I can reach my goal. I'm half way there and it's only been a couple of months."
Y.R. · West Hartford"The staff, Verna, Collette, Jaida and Diane, are very friendly and professional. I have certainly seen great progress in my health and diet. They are patient and thoughtful."
T.D. · Southington"Everyone in the Southington office is great. They all go above and beyond to help you out. Thank you all, you're making this journey fun and exciting."
M.S. · SouthingtonPicture six months from now
Your body composition improving. Your energy back. Clothes fitting again. And for the first time, feeling this is sustainable.
Your First Appointment
Where You Start Getting Yourself Back
One appointment. Real answers, a real plan, and the first proof that the person you want to be is still within reach.
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You see specialists in metabolic medicine
You will see a team trained to treat the conditions that drive weight gain. There is no judgment. There are no lectures. Just people who understand, and who help you see that you were never the problem.
2
You start with tests that explain what is going on
Your insulin, blood sugar, thyroid, cortisol, hormones, and vitamin D all get checked. The results make the picture clear. Patients finally understand why it has been so hard. It was never about willpower. For many, the results point to a metabolic issue that can be treated.
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You get a plan built for you
Your plan is based on your health, your goals, and what you need. This is not a program. This is a medical practice treating medical conditions.
Not sure if we take your plan? That is what the form is for.
Check My PlanCommon Questions
Have a Quick Question?
Do I need a referral to get started?
No referral needed. Reach out through the form above or call the location nearest you, and we'll take it from there.
What actually happens at the first appointment?
You'll sit down with a provider and tell your whole story. What you've tried, what worked for a while, what quietly stopped. Comprehensive bloodwork shows what is actually going on inside your body. Then your plan is built around your results and your life. No lectures, no judgment, and nothing off a template.
Do you take insurance?
We work with most major plans and Medicare. Tell us yours on the form above and we tell you whether we take it, at no cost. We are considered a specialist, so your plan's usual deductibles and copays for specialists will likely apply; your insurer can confirm those amounts.
How much does it cost?
It depends on your plan and the care that's right for you. Checking whether we take your plan is free. Tell us your plan and you get a real, straight answer before you commit to anything.
Do you prescribe GLP medication?
When it's medically appropriate, GLP medication can be part of your plan. That's a decision your physician makes based on your bloodwork, your history, and your goals. It's one tool we use when it's right for you, not a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Do I have to take medication?
No. Medication is one tool, not the plan. It starts with bloodwork, to understand why your body has been fighting you. Then that is what gets treated. If a GLP makes sense for you, your physician will talk it through with you first. If it doesn't, we don't use it.
I've tried other programs. Is this different?
Most patients here have. That is exactly why they came. This does not start with a meal plan. It starts with your bloodwork. If no one has looked at your metabolism, hormones, or insulin, there's a good chance nobody has treated the actual problem yet.
Ready When You Are
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Your Nearest Office
Three Offices Across Connecticut
Real offices, real people. Find the one nearest you.
West Hartford
Southington
Glastonbury