Forest Newman
Endocrinology in Fort Sam Houston, Texas
Practice Details
Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
About This Clinician
This clinician 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.
Locally, this is 1 of 4 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practices in Fort Sam Houston 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 Forest Newman's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 210-916-3912.
GLP-1 access in Fort Sam Houston, Texas
About 34% of Texas adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #16 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 4 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Fort Sam Houston. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through Texas telehealth averages about $189/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.
Explore more Texas options on the best Texas GLP-1 providers page, browse every Fort Sam Houston listing in the Fort Sam Houston clinic directory, or read the Texas Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.
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