A New Era in Medical Weight Loss

Where Science Meets Care

No more fad diets. No more false promises. Flourish isn’t just another weight-loss plan. It’s a safe, sustainable, medical solution that works

Offering South Africa’s first fully online doctor-guided weight loss program, combining cutting-edge medications (when indicated) and personalised coaching tailored to your unique biology.

Is Our Medically Guided Program Right for You?

Take our eligibility quiz

We focus on creating lasting changes in behaviour as well as increasing lean muscle mass to ensure sustainability beyond medical treatment as part of a holistic treatment plan.

Our treatments target the biological drivers of weight gain using doctor-prescribed medications* (where needed), backed by decades of clinical research.

We provide personalized support & guidance for your weight loss journey, designed and guided by medical professionals, using evidence-based strategies that produce real, lasting results – safely.

*Candidates must meet a certain criteria to qualify for prescription-based medical weight loss intervention. Take the quick quiz to see if you are a good fit for the Flourish program.

Virtual Doctor & Dietitian Consultations
Behavioral & Lifestyle Coaching
Custom Exercise & Nutrition Guidance
Progress Tracking Tools

The Weight of Stigma Is Real, But It Doesn’t Have to Define You.

Our unique weight loss program pairs clinically proven weight loss medications (where appropriate) and lifestyle interventions with regular clinician care, lab testing, and support – focusing on enhancing quality of life and promoting longevity.

For too long, weight loss has been framed as a matter of discipline alone, leaving millions feeling judged, defeated, or hopeless. We provide compassionate, stigma-free care. Suffering from obesity isn’t a failure, it’s a complex medical condition influenced by genetics, hormones, and environment.

Weight loss is not about conforming to societal standards but about improving overall well-being by reducing the impact of weight-related medical conditions.

How It Works

Step 1: Take Our Eligibility Quiz – Check if you qualify for a prescription. Our approach to medication is safely guided and part of a holistic treatment plan.

Step 2: Subscribe To our Flourish Program – For only R2000 a month, you can enjoy all the benefits of dedicated care with virtual convenience. Your doctor and dietitian create a custom weight loss plan based on your health and goals. 

Step 3: Receive Medications & Tools – Delivered straight to your door.

Step 4: Ongoing Support & Progress Tracking – Stay connected through WhatsApp, regular check-ins, and advanced tracking tools that keep you on course.

Podcast Episode: Obesity, Weight Gain, Weight Loss, Metabolic Health and Ozempic

Join us for an information rich episode unpacking the physiology of fat and the impact of extra fat on metabolism.

We delve into why we need fat, how our bodies strive to hold onto fat at all costs and how this impacts our metabolic, cardiovascular and mental health.

We talk about all of the weight loss drugs available, their risks, benefits and the wonder drug – Ozempic that everyone is trying to get hold of. This episode will empower professionals and non medical persons with a deeper understanding of how to navigate weight loss in an obesogenic world.

Fully Digital, Fully Supported

Expert Care, From Anywhere.

No clinic visits, no waiting rooms. Everything you need is just a few clicks away.

Enjoy at-home access to quality care and the convenience of a fully digital program led by experts in weight management.

SCOPE Certified Means Specially Qualified 

Understand the Root Causes, Not Just the Symptoms.

SCOPE Certification (Strategic Centre for Obesity Professional Education) is an internationally recognised credential for healthcare professionals specializing in obesity management.

Comprehensive Care & Ongoing Support

We know weight loss is personal and complex.

The Flourish team is here to listen, support, and provide medical guidance (without blame or assumption) so you can focus on your health with confidence. Our personalised programs include continuous coaching, regular check-ins, and advanced progress tracking, so you’re supported every step of the way.

A medical solution that works

If medically indicated we will use appropriate treatments such as GLP1 therapy -A revolutionary new class of weight loss medications help you to lose weight by counteracting biological factors that prevent many people from losing weight. They act like a hormone your body makes naturally in order to activate key metabolic pathways and help support sustained weight loss.

Up to 15% weight loss in a year on average
Adjustable doses, prescribed by a licensed doctor
Free, discreet, delivery to your door – nationwide
Uninterrupted stock through our pharmacy partners so you never have to worry

Keep the weight off and stay healthy with Flourish.

Lose Weight Safely, Don’t Go At It Alone.

  • Consult with licensed weight-loss doctors and dietitians via secure video calls.
  • Personalised nutrition & exercise guidance.
  • Expert medication & side effect management.
  • Real-time WhatsApp support for motivation and answers.

🗺️ Flourish Metabolic Mapping: The Full Picture of Your Health.

We evaluate every factor affecting your weight:

  • Medical History – Understand how past conditions influence your health.
  • Lifestyle Habits – Track daily activity, sleep, and routines.
  • Eating Behaviors & Nutrition – Identify key dietary triggers and patterns.
  • Mental Health & Stress Management – Address emotional health with compassion.
  • Social & Environmental Influence – Tailor strategies to fit your unique life circumstances.

Testimonial from Sarah

(Surname witheld for medical privacy)

“I wish this had been available 20 years ago. I’ve dieted my entire adult life and most of my childhood. Unsuccessfully. I’ve probably failed more times than I have started. But for the first time I can see the finish line…

It’s now been 8 weeks, 9.5kgs and about a 30cm loss, with a very good dollop of real life in between, which normally puts paid to the best of plans.

The Flourish team are incredibly committed. You can expect hands-on, direct access to the CEO at any stage, who checks in on a regular basis to see how things are going. The pharmacist team offer a premium service that is personal and invested, and even they will check in to see that there are no problems or questions for them to help with.

This is going to change the face of obesity forever and the holistic approach by Flourish is going to be leading the way in South Africa”

We finally have a solution that WORKS.

“As a medical professional, I’m excited that we finally have safe, clinically proven medications that can turn the tide on obesity in South Africa.

At Flourish, we partner with our members to find the right solutions, knowing that weight loss is about more than just diet and exercise.

Together, we’re leading a new approach to lasting health.”

Dr Patrick Bennett – Founder & CEO
Medical Doctor
MBChB (UP)