Dr. Craig Primack: Expert Weight Loss Doctor Scottsdale
Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMA
Obesity Medicine Certified Physician
Founder and Managing Member
Dr. Craig Primack is a dedicated leader at Scottsdale Weight Loss Center, providing specialized medical care for patients seeking weight loss and sustainable health improvements. Serving the communities of Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, and Glendale, he focuses on evidence-based strategies to address the biological components of weight management. His approach at Scottsdale Weight Loss Center integrates clinical expertise with personalized care to help patients achieve significant metabolic milestones.
- Founder and Managing Member
- Named Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine since 2008
- Specializes in medical weight loss
- Is board certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, and American Board of Pediatrics
- Active member of the Obesity Medicine Association
- Past president of the Obesity Medicine Association, a national society with now over 5,400 physicians who treat obesity and its associated diseases
Life/Education
Born: Chicago, Illinois,
Bachelors: University of Illinois
MD: Loyola University Chicago – The Stritch School of Medicine
Dr. Primack completed his internal medicine and pediatrics residencies at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center and Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
Advanced Professional Leadership and Clinical Authority
Beyond the foundational certifications, Dr. Primack’s influence in the field of obesity medicine defines the standard of care at Scottsdale Weight Loss Center. His longstanding recognition as a Top Doctor by Phoenix Magazine since 2008 reflects a career-long commitment to clinical excellence.
As a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, Dr. Primack does not merely follow industry guidelines; he has spent years shaping them. His tenure as the president of a national medical society of over 5,400 physicians underscores his role as an authority who educates other healthcare providers on the latest advancements in weight science.
This level of expertise ensures that patients in the Phoenix metropolitan area have access to the most current, evidence-based treatments available in modern medicine.
The Scottsdale Weight Loss Advantage
Choosing a local, physician-supervised weight loss program offers distinct advantages over online-only prescription services. Dr. Primack emphasizes that obesity is a complex medical condition that requires more than just a digital script. By visiting our offices in Scottsdale, Phoenix, or Glendale, patients receive a higher standard of clinical oversight.
- In-Person Metabolic Testing: We perform precise measurements to understand your unique metabolic rate rather than relying on generalized estimates.
- Personalized Medication Management: Dr. Primack monitors your response to treatment, adjusting dosages of medications, including GLP-1 medications, to optimize safety.
- Ongoing Accountability: Regular face-to-face consultations and visits provide the support necessary to navigate plateaus and maintain long-term progress.
- Clinical Diagnostic Tools: Our team uses professional-grade body composition analysis to track fat loss while preserving lean muscle mass.
Comprehensive Medical Weight Loss in Arizona
The clinical programs led by Dr. Primack integrate pharmacological support with long-term behavioral shifts for patients in Scottsdale, Glendale, and Phoenix. By accessing GLP-1 medications within a regulated medical framework, patients benefit from a focus on preserving lean muscle mass and optimizing metabolic function, as evidenced by our success stories. This approach addresses hormonal drivers of hunger to help achieve sustainable wellness.
Questions for a Scottsdale Weight Loss Doctor
What makes medical weight loss different from commercial programs?
Medical weight loss is a specialized branch of medicine that treats obesity through a clinical lens. While commercial programs focus on generic meal tracking, a weight loss doctor in Phoenix uses metabolic testing and medical diagnostics to address the root causes of weight gain.
Do you prescribe GLP-1 medications in your Scottsdale office?
Yes, we prescribe and manage advanced medications like Wegovy injectable, Wegovy Oral and Zepbound. Dr. Primack provides the necessary supervision to ensure these treatments are used safely and effectively as part of a comprehensive metabolic health plan.
How does metabolic testing improve my results?
This precision testing allows us to personalize your nutrition and medication levels, preventing the metabolic slowdown often associated with standard caloric restriction.
What other treatments can be combined with medical weight loss?
Medical weight loss serves as a foundational treatment that can be combined with fitness regimens, wellness coaching, and nutritional supplementation. Establishing a healthy weight through physician-led care often improves the outcome of other elective health and wellness treatments.
Start Your Personalized Weight Loss Program
Take control of your metabolic health with the guidance of a recognized obesity medicine specialist. Dr. Craig Primack MD and the team at Scottsdale Weight Loss Center are ready to help you navigate your journey with professional expertise and clinical precision. Contact us today in one of our convenient locations in Scottsdale, Phoenix, linkedin or Glendale today to begin your personalized program.
Nick's Story
"I wish I would have come here first. We spend all our time reacting to the next great weight loss tip or program. It might work for a while, but does not last and we end up yo-yoing from one fad to the next – as we gain more weight." Read More
Lost 44.5 lbs
"I had no trouble adhering to the meals and they really helped catapult my progress! The classes were so beneficial to me because they helped change my thinking about how I viewed health, nutrition, and fitness.
I will always have my relationship with Scottsdale Weight Loss Center. They truly helped me change my life forever." Read More
Lost 60 lbs
"Dr. Ziltzer and everyone who I have come in contact with at the Scottsdale Weight Loss office have been so encouraging and I look forward to seeing them each week. It is now a year and 2 months later since I started. I am down 60 lbs., which is the average amount a 9-year-old weighs, it is crazy to think I lost a whole person! I feel amazing, I hit my goal weight in November 2021 just before Thanksgiving. Nothing on my body hurts anymore..." Read More
Lost 66 lbs
"The best thing I did was call the Scottsdale Weight Loss Center. I have a lot more energy, I'm not hungry, and it feels great.
You can take it from me that this is a program that produces results. The staff is always positive, supportive, and never judgmental.
Your visits always result in positive reinforcement, no matter if you had a good week or a bad week." Read More
Lost 101 lbs
"Here I am at the lowest I have been since high school weighing in at 155lbs. I have lost 101 lbs, BMI of 39 when I started, to 21.6, and of course at body fat % of 47.1 to 26.5%. I told myself by my 30th birthday I wanted to be confident in the way I look and I owe it all to SWLC. The entire staff is so welcoming and they are rooting for you just as much as you are rooting for yourself...." Read More
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Meet Our Team
Robert Ziltzer, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA
Diana Bone, FNP-C
Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMA
Kristen Ash, FNP-C, FNP-BC
