Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center vs NewSelf
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
Best for: Patients wanting sublingual ODT GLP-1 tablets or a needle-free weight-loss option
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NewSelf
Best for: lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency
Visit NewSelf →Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center and NewSelf are both GLP-1 Providers competing for the same patients, but they make different trade-offs on price, coverage, and what's included. In our scoring, NewSelf starts lower at $100/mo versus $149/mo, and NewSelf edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.4 out of 10). Below we break down pricing, what each plan covers, the six-dimension score, pros and cons, and exactly who should pick which.
Pricing
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
NewSelf
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What’s included
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
Inclusions not disclosed.
NewSelf
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
Score breakdown
Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
7.4/10
NewSelf
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center | NewSelf |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $149/mo | ✓$100/mo |
| Features | ✓8 features | 6 features |
| States Available | ✓50 | 49 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center is a Maine-based clinic (Oakland) offering nationwide telehealth for GLP-1 weight loss. It prescribes semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide in both injectable and sublingual ODT (orally dissolving tablet) forms, a differentiator for needle-averse patients. A semaglutide starting dose runs $150 and monthly plans start at $149 with no contracts and flexible weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly scheduling. Care is led by Dr. Gillis, a board-certified physician and surgeon with 25-plus years in gut health who serves on the Maine State Medical Board.
Read our full Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center review →About NewSelf
NewSelf offers compounded semaglutide+ (with B12/Glycine, from $99.97/mo) and compounded tirzepatide+ (with B6/Glycine, from $144.49/mo). LegitScript certified. Available in 48 states + Puerto Rico. Uses 503A licensed pharmacies with third-party testing.
Read our full NewSelf review →Pros & Cons
Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center
What we like
- Sublingual ODT tablets offered as needle-free alternative
- Broad GLP-1 menu: semaglutide, tirzepatide, and retatrutide
- Transparent pricing: $150 starting dose, plans from $149/mo
- Led by board-certified physician/surgeon with 25+ years experience
- No contracts; flexible weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly cadence
Watch-outs
- Specific dose-tier pricing beyond starting plan not detailed
- Compounded vs brand not explicitly stated for all meds
- Smaller clinic vs national telehealth brands
- State licensing list not published
NewSelf
What we like
- Semaglutide+ from $99.97/mo — among the lowest prices in the dataset
- All dosages at the same price — no price escalation as dose increases
- LegitScript certified with 503A licensed pharmacies
- Third-party potency, sterility, and endotoxicity testing
- 48 states + Puerto Rico coverage
- B12/B6 + Glycine enhanced formulations
- No membership fees
Watch-outs
- Not available in Mississippi and Louisiana
- Compounded only — no brand-name options
- Site also promotes AI health optimization and longevity (broader platform)
Our Verdict
NewSelf edges out Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Patients wanting sublingual ODT GLP-1 tablets or a needle-free weight-loss option.
Choose Dr. Gillis' Wellness Center if…
You want Patients wanting sublingual ODT GLP-1 tablets or a needle-free weight-loss option and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose NewSelf if…
You want lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency and a starting price around $100/mo.
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- Semaglutide · Drugs and brands
- Tirzepatide · Drugs and brands
- Compounded GLP-1 · Pharmacy and drug forms
- 503A pharmacy · Pharmacy and drug forms
- PCAB accreditation · Pharmacy and drug forms
- Prior authorization (PA) · Insurance and regulatory
- Off-label use · Insurance and regulatory
- FDA Drug Shortage List · Insurance and regulatory
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