Medical Weight Loss

HCG diet Houston TX

Physician-directed HCG therapy that targets fat loss without sacrificing lean muscle.
Dr. Rodriguez has been helping Houston patients achieve meaningful, lasting weight loss since 1990, and the HCG diet program at Rodriguez Rejuvenation reflects that same standard of clinical rigor. The HCG protocol combines human chorionic gonadotropin hormone therapy with a structured low-calorie dietary plan to help patients lose fat, preserve lean muscle, and reset the metabolic patterns that make traditional dieting so difficult. Unlike generic online programs or over-the-counter drops, every HCG weight loss program at Rodriguez Rejuvenation is physician-supervised, individually calibrated, and supported by decades of metabolic medicine experience. When you work with Dr. Rodriguez, you are working with a board-certified physician who treats weight loss as a medical issue, not a cosmetic afterthought.
Board Certified   •   Practicing since 2009   •   Houston, TX
HCG Diet
Program Length
23 or 40 days depending on weight loss goals
No Downtime
Continue daily activities throughout the program
Board Certified
Physician-supervised weight loss with 30+ years of practice
How it works

Maintenance and Results

After the active HCG phase ends, you enter a structured maintenance period designed to stabilize your new weight and recalibrate your metabolism. Dr. Rodriguez reviews your outcomes and, where appropriate, discusses next steps including additional rounds or complementary body contouring options.
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Initial Consultation

Based on your consultation findings, Dr. Rodriguez determines the appropriate HCG dose, delivery method (injection or drops), and program duration. You receive a complete dietary protocol and a clear understanding of what each phase requires before you begin.
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Program Design

Based on your consultation findings, Dr. Rodriguez determines the appropriate HCG dose, delivery method (injection or drops), and program duration. You receive a complete dietary protocol and a clear understanding of what each phase requires before you begin.
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Active Protocol Phase

You administer HCG daily as prescribed while following the structured low-calorie dietary plan. Dr. Rodriguez and his clinical team monitor your progress regularly, adjusting the protocol as needed and addressing any side effects or questions that arise.
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Maintenance and Results

After the active HCG phase ends, you enter a structured maintenance period designed to stabilize your new weight and recalibrate your metabolism. Dr. Rodriguez reviews your outcomes and, where appropriate, discusses next steps including additional rounds or complementary body contouring options.
Ideal candidate

HCG Diet may be a good fit if you

Candidacy is confirmed during an in-person consultation with Dr. Rodriguez.
What to expect

Before, during, and after

Before
Before starting the HCG program, Dr. Rodriguez requires current bloodwork including thyroid panel, metabolic panel, and hormone levels to establish a clinical baseline. You should discontinue any weight loss supplements at least one week prior to program start and disclose all prescription medications during your consultation. No surgical preparation or fasting is required to begin, but Dr. Rodriguez will give you specific dietary instructions for the loading phase that precedes the active low-calorie protocol.
During
During the active protocol phase, you administer HCG daily via self-injection or physician-dispensed drops, depending on the delivery method Dr. Rodriguez has prescribed. The structured dietary plan runs concurrently, and you track your intake according to the specific food list and caloric parameters provided by the practice. The clinical team remains accessible throughout, and Dr. Rodriguez conducts scheduled check-ins to review your weight trend, energy levels, and overall response to the protocol.
After
After completing the active HCG phase, most patients notice significant fat reduction and report improved energy compared to their pre-program baseline. You transition immediately into the maintenance phase, which reintroduces food groups in a specific sequence to avoid rapid weight regain. Dr. Rodriguez reviews your end-of-program labs and body composition before clearing you from the structured maintenance period.
Recovery

What the first weeks may look like

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Days 1 to 3
The first two days of the program are loading days, during which you eat freely while beginning HCG administration. This phase builds adequate fat stores that support the body through the low-calorie period ahead and reduces early hunger significantly.
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Days 4 to 23
The active low-calorie phase begins on day three of HCG administration. Most patients experience mild hunger in the first few days, which typically resolves by day four or five as HCG levels stabilize. Weight loss during this phase averages between half a pound and one pound per day under proper protocol adherence.
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Days 24 to 30
HCG administration stops and the three-week maintenance phase begins, during which calories increase gradually but starches and sugars remain restricted. This phase is critical for locking in results; the body needs this window to reset the hypothalamic set point before unrestricted eating resumes.
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Week 4 and Beyond
By week four of maintenance, most patients have stabilized within two pounds of their end-of-protocol weight and report the loss feeling durable rather than fragile. Dr. Rodriguez discusses whether a second round is appropriate, reviews labs, and introduces any complementary treatments such as semaglutide maintenance or body contouring consultations for patients with remaining fat deposits.
Before & after

Real patients of Dr. Rodriguez

The results shown in this gallery represent real patients of Dr. Rodriguez who completed the medically supervised HCG weight loss program at Rodriguez Rejuvenation and consented in writing to share their photos. Individual outcomes vary based on starting weight, protocol adherence, metabolic factors, and overall health, and no specific result is guaranteed. These images are provided to give prospective patients an honest reference point, not a promise of identical results.
Individual results vary. Photos should only be used with documented patient consent.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HCG Diet

Clear answers to common questions before your consultation.
Is the HCG diet safe, and is it FDA approved?
HCG is an FDA-approved medication used in a number of clinical contexts, though the FDA has not approved it specifically as a weight loss drug. The dietary protocol used alongside HCG is not FDA regulated. At Rodriguez Rejuvenation, the program is administered under physician supervision with baseline labs and ongoing monitoring, which is a fundamentally different clinical context than the unsupervised over-the-counter products the FDA has warned against. Dr. Rodriguez reviews each patient’s candidacy individually before prescribing HCG.
Most patients following the protocol correctly lose between 20 and 30 pounds during a 40-day program, with shorter 23-day programs yielding 15 to 20 pounds on average. Individual results depend on starting weight, protocol adherence, metabolic health, and hormone response. Dr. Rodriguez sets realistic expectations during your consultation based on your specific labs and history, not generalized promises.
Prescription HCG injections deliver a precise, measurable dose directly into subcutaneous tissue, making absorption reliable and consistent. HCG drops dispensed by a physician are also legitimate when properly formulated and dosed, but many products sold online or in health stores contain little to no actual HCG and are considered homeopathic products by the FDA. At Rodriguez Rejuvenation, you receive pharmaceutical-grade HCG through a delivery method selected by Dr. Rodriguez based on your clinical profile.
The maintenance phase of the HCG protocol is specifically designed to stabilize results by recalibrating the metabolic set point before returning to a normal diet. Patients who complete the full maintenance phase and adopt sustainable nutritional habits afterward generally maintain their results well. Dr. Rodriguez also offers medical weight loss programs including semaglutide for patients who benefit from continued appetite regulation after completing HCG.
Program pricing at Rodriguez Rejuvenation depends on the duration selected, the delivery method prescribed, and the number of physician check-ins included. During your consultation, you receive a complete cost breakdown with no hidden fees. The practice offers financing options to make medically supervised weight loss accessible, and Dr. Rodriguez’s team can walk you through those options at the time of your appointment.
The HCG protocol is not appropriate for patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of hormone-sensitive cancers including certain breast, ovarian, or prostate cancers. Patients with uncontrolled hypothyroidism, active gallbladder disease, or a history of eating disorders require careful evaluation before Dr. Rodriguez would consider prescribing this program. A thorough medical review during your consultation is the only responsible way to determine candidacy, which is why Rodriguez Rejuvenation does not offer the program without an in-person physician evaluation.
If you are ready to address your weight with a physician who takes it seriously, Dr. Rodriguez is glad to sit down with you and review whether the HCG program is the right fit. Your consultation is an honest clinical conversation, not a sales appointment. Call Rodriguez Rejuvenation or request your appointment online to get started.

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