Medical Weight Loss and Med Spa Serving North Houston, TX
Houston has hundreds of med spas and weight loss clinics. Most of them rotate providers, skip lab work, or operate on volume over quality. At New Horizons Wellness Center, the same two providers manage your care from first consultation to final follow-up. Your treatment plan changes when your labs and progress say it should, not when a generic schedule says so.
Why Houston Patients Drive to Shenandoah for Medical Weight Loss
The biggest complaint we hear from Houston patients who have tried other clinics is inconsistency. They saw one provider for their consultation, a different one for their follow-up, and a third person adjusted their medication without reviewing their lab history. That does not happen here.
Emile Kettle, PA, and Dr. Jonathan Cheng, M.D., Ph.D., are the only two providers at New Horizons Wellness Center. Emile has over 30 years in medicine and has directed this practice since 2006. Dr. Cheng, a board-certified radiation oncologist, serves as Medical Director.
How Is Medically Supervised GLP-1 Weight Loss Different From Telehealth?
Telehealth weight loss services have exploded in popularity. Many of them prescribe Semaglutide or Tirzepatide after a brief online questionnaire, ship the medication, and check in by text message. At NHM, every weight loss patient begins with comprehensive bloodwork. We evaluate thyroid function, metabolic panels, hormone levels, and inflammatory markers before selecting a medication or dose.
We also adjust protocols in real time. If a patient plateaus, we do not simply increase the dose. We recheck labs, evaluate dietary patterns, and determine whether the plateau is metabolic, behavioral, or medication-related.
Can Body Contouring and Skin Tightening Complement Weight Loss?
Patients who lose 30, 50, or 80 pounds through GLP-1 therapy often develop loose skin or stubborn fat deposits. We use Venus Bliss MAX for non-invasive body contouring and cellulite reduction. This device combines diode laser lipolysis with electromagnetic pulse therapy to reduce fat and tighten skin in the abdomen, flanks, and thighs.
For deeper skin tightening, Profound RF by Candela delivers radiofrequency energy at precise depths to stimulate collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production.
What Should Houston Patients Know About Dermal Fillers at NHM?
Emile Kettle has performed injectable treatments for over 18 years. Her filler technique prioritizes structural support and natural volume restoration over the overfilled look that has become common at high-volume Houston clinics. She uses hyaluronic acid fillers to restore volume in the cheeks, temples, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and lips.
How Does Erbium Laser Resurfacing Address Sun-Damaged Skin?
Houston’s climate means year-round UV exposure, and many long-term residents carry the evidence in their skin: sun spots, uneven texture, fine lines, and roughness. Erbium laser resurfacing removes damaged outer skin layers with precision, stimulating the body’s natural healing response. Unlike deeper CO2 lasers, erbium treatments typically involve shorter recovery times. We perform erbium treatments using the Spectrum Laser by Rohrer.
Experience the New Horizons Difference
At New Horizons, we combine medical expertise with genuine, caring service. Every patient receives a comprehensive evaluation before any treatment is recommended. Our protocols are built on lab data, not assumptions. Whether you are pursuing weight loss, skin rejuvenation, or body contouring, the same two providers manage your care from start to finish.
Getting to New Horizons from Houston
From Central Houston ~40 min
Take I-45 North toward Dallas. Continue past The Woodlands and take Exit 77 for Research Forest Drive/Tamina Road. Turn right and follow to David Memorial Drive, then continue to Pine Forest Drive. Our office is at 150 Pine Forest Drive, Suite 401.
From Cypress/Katy ~45 min
Take US-290 East to I-610 North, merge onto I-45 North. Continue to Exit 77 in Shenandoah. Alternatively, take the Hardy Toll Road for a faster route from the Heights or Midtown areas.
Free parking is available in our building lot with easy access from Pine Forest Drive.
Schedule Your Houston Consultation
Houston patients deserve weight loss and aesthetic care built around their individual labs, goals, and progress. Call New Horizons Wellness Center at (281) 419-5544 to schedule your consultation. We see patients Monday through Thursday, 9 AM to 4 PM, and Friday through Saturday, 9 AM to 2 PM.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your individual needs.