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title: "American Family Care Launches Medically Supervised Weight Management Program at Select Urgent Care Locations"
url: https://burnaze.com/article/e0bb05ec-9b56-4ee8-aada-e71d9fefc029
source: "Franchising.com"
original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20260310_american_family_care_launches_medically_supervised_weight_management_progra.html
category: "Urgent care"
industry: "Health"
segment: "Urgent care"
published: 2026-03-10T12:00:00.000Z
modified: 2026-10-31T16:35:50.311Z
image: https://imgs.franchising.com/brands/social/americanfamilycare.jpg
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# American Family Care Launches Medically Supervised Weight Management Program at Select Urgent Care Locations

**TL;DR:** American Family Care, the nation's leading urgent care provider, has launched a medically supervised weight management program at over 30 franchise locations. The program offers comprehensive care plans, including diet and exercise counseling, labs, and potential prescription of GLP-1s to aid in weight loss.

*originally published in Franchising.com on 2026-03-10. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20260310_american_family_care_launches_medically_supervised_weight_management_progra.html).*

## Story

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Family Care (AFC), the nation’s leading urgent care provider with more than 400 walk-in clinics across the United States, announced today the launch of weight management care services at more than 30 franchise locations, beginning March 10, 2026. The pilot program addresses the demand for weight management solutions as one of the fastest-growing areas in healthcare. AFC expects to expand the program to additional locations nationwide in the coming months.

As part of the rollout, participating AFCs will offer comprehensive, medically-supervised weight management plans led by licensed providers designed to support long-term weight management success – with or without medication. AFC’s care plans will include diet and exercise counseling, appropriate labs, scheduled follow-up visits, and the potential prescribing of GLP-1s to aid in weight loss.

One tool within a broader care plan, GLP-1s may be prescribed to qualifying patients based on clinical evaluation, FDA-approved indications and manufacturer guidelines. By offering weight management services in an urgent care setting, AFC expands access to clinician-led care through locations patients already know and trust.

“Proper weight management is central to improving overall health and with rising interest in GLP‑1s, AFC is proud to offer managed weight care services for those looking to explore their options,” said Dr. Benjamin Barlow, Chief Medical Officer of American Family Care. “As we expand access to these benefits nationwide, education remains critical.

GLP‑1s can support but not replace care plans built on healthy diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. Our focus is on sustainable, science‑backed well‑being through whole‑person support that goes beyond medication. We’re committed to extending these services to all eligible franchise locations, giving patients trusted, clinician‑led guidance and personalized tools to help them make lasting change.”

GLP-1s are a class of drugs first approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2005 to manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Recently, they have gained popularity for their weight loss effects. According to a new survey by the Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index, the percentage of adults who report taking this class of medicine specifically for weight loss has increased to 12.4%, as of October 2025, compared with 5.8% in February 2024.

Participating AFC locations where weight management care will be available can be found here: AFC Urgent Care | Patient Services - Weight Management

Founded in 1982, American Family Care (AFC) pioneered the concept of convenient and effective urgent care services, delivered through a nationwide network of more than 400 walk-in clinics. Today, AFC is the nation's largest provider of urgent care, generating more than $1 billion in system-wide sales annually, with 3,500 highly trained healthcare professionals treating over 4 million patients each year. AFC continues to be a leader in accessible healthcare, providing treatments for flu, allergies, and everyday injuries, along with a comprehensive range of lab tests, x-rays, and occupational medicine services.

With more than 300 active locations in 30 states and dozens more in development, American Family Care is America’s #1 Urgent Care Franchise.

## Entities

- Franchising.com (publication)
- franchise expansion (topic)
- General (sector)
- American Family Care (company)
- healthcare services (topic)
- urgent care (topic)
- Food and Drug Administration (regulator)
- weight management (topic)
- Dr. Benjamin Barlow (person)

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Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20260310_american_family_care_launches_medically_supervised_weight_management_progra.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/e0bb05ec-9b56-4ee8-aada-e71d9fefc029).