Personalized, Patient-Centered Care
Get to know us, and you’ll quickly see why so many patients trust us.
Our commitment
Personalized Weight Loss Tools Empowering Your Health Goals
We’re called My Weight 1st Medical because prioritizing weight management can make a powerful difference—excess weight can impact overall health, life expectancy, and quality of life, and putting your weight first is often the initial step toward feeling better and living longer. My Weight 1st Medical was created to bring expert, patient-centered weight loss care to our community—care that is personalized, supportive, and built around your real life. Our goal is to make high-quality obesity medicine accessible and approachable, so you feel understood, empowered, and confident at every step of your health journey.
- Patient-Centered Care
- Expertise in Obesity Management
- Convenient Healthcare Access
- Affordable Healthcare
Our Process
Your Weight Loss Journey Starts Now
Insurance-Covered
1. Contact Form
By completing our contact form, we can evaluate your needs and determine if you’re likely to benefit from our care.
2. Intake Forms
Completing your intake forms ahead of time helps us maximize your consultation so we can focus on you.
3. Consultation
We’ll create a personalized, patient-centered treatment plan tailored to your goals and needs.
4. Follow-up
We’ll monitor your progress and adjust your personalized treatment plan as needed to keep you on track.
Self-Pay
1. SP Contact Form
By completing our contact form, we can evaluate your needs and determine if you’re likely to benefit from our care.
2. Intake Forms
Completing your intake forms ahead of time helps us maximize your consultation so we can focus on you.
3. Consultation
We’ll create a personalized, patient-centered treatment plan tailored to your goals and needs.
4. Follow-up
We’ll monitor your progress and adjust your personalized treatment plan as needed to keep you on track.
The Goal
Our Mission
To provide personalized, patient-centered weight management care—crafted by expert physicians using the latest evidence—so you can achieve lifelong success, reach your goals, and maximize your health and quality of life.
The Outlook
Our Vission
To become the leading weight management provider in the greater Kansas City area and neighboring communities, delivering personalized, patient-centered care grounded in the latest evidence so patients can improve their health and quality of life and achieve long-term success.
Your Board-Certified Physician
Patient-Centered Care
Rafael Alvarez, MD, FACS, FASMBS
Rafael Alvarez, MD, FACS, FASMBS is dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting weight loss and better health. He completed medical school and residency at the University of Michigan and pursued additional fellowship training in quality improvement and obesity management. Dr. Alvarez is a board-certified expert with extensive experience in weight management.
Dr. Alvarez is known for his collaborative, patient-centered approach and his ability to engage and motivate patients with clear, supportive guidance. Praised for his bedside manner, attentive listening, and thoughtful explanations of treatment plans, he is recognized by U.S. News as a top patient choice and widely recommended by those he treats.
Testimonials
Support That Makes a Difference
Patient
Missouri
Dr. Alvarez is a life changer! My husband and I both see him. We are both successfully losing weight for the first time in our lives. The time and compassion that Dr. Alvarez has shown us was amazing and still is because he continues to care throughout your journey. Most doctors treat you like money in their pocket, but he comes in and makes eye contact shakes your hand every single time and actually listens from one appointment to another. He remembers me personally down to the little details. Thank you, Dr. Alvarez I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me and I’m glad to have you by my side every step of the way. Or should I say every pound and inch along the way!!!!
Ready to Start Your Weight Loss Journey?
Complete the Contact Form below or call us today to schedule a consultation.