Suzanne Chaves, M.D., Inc.

Practice Details

About This Practice

This practice is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

This practice address has 2 individual clinicians enumerated with NPPES under the same location.

Locally, this is 1 of 1 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practice in Templeton carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

• •A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
• •Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
• •A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
• •Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of Suzanne Chaves, M.D., Inc.'s specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 805-434-5316.

GLP-1 access in Templeton, California

About 28.1% of California adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #44 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 3 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Templeton. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through California telehealth averages about $219/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more California options on the best California GLP-1 providers page, browse every Templeton listing in the Templeton clinic directory.

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