I went to Dr Fountis over 20 years ago. She laid out the program and said it can't miss if you do it her way. I did it her way. I lost over a pound a day (which guys seem to be able to do.)After dropping over 50 lbs, I decided to keep it off. I read the labels on everything and avoid carbs. No drugs. No chemicals. Just common sense. Thank you Dr Fountis 30 years later from Jim M read more

I cannot thank Dr. Fountis enough for her support and guidance on my weight loss journey. After struggling with my weight for years and years, I was referred to her by my PCP when I wasn't interested in taking Ozempic (or similar) and finally found someone who listened, understood my goals, and provided a structured plan. With Dr. Fountis' help, I was placed on a sustainable, medically supervised diet, and lost over 30 pounds -- and most importantly, I have been able to maintain the weight loss for over 6 months. I feel better than I have in years! Dr. Fountis not only provided the right tools but also the encouragement and accountability I needed throughout the process. This experience has truly changed my life. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, compassionate doctor who genuinely cares about your health and long-term success, I highly recommend Dr. Fountis at ChiroMed. read more

Dr. Fountis and her team are the friendliest and most supportive throughout the diet! They truly care about your health and are there to help. I went in with major back pain because I was overweight and Dr. Fountis weight loss program helped me lose weight fast relieving my intense back pain! Yes, the weight loss is pricy, and it is restrictive, but this is also a 2 year program where you learn to control bad eating habits. You have to be mentally prepared to put your body and mind into this situation! I did it for medical purposes due to my back being in severe pain, it hurt to walk and bend. After cutting my diet short of my goal, I am able to go to the gym on a daily basis and do thing I wasn't able to do 2 months ago! read more

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Dr. Hiras is the only Chiro I have ever used more than once. He's amazing and his staff is great.

This program helped me so much! As a patient with PCOS, and hormonal weight gain, and a hectic millennial lifestyle as a young teacher- I tried so many Pinterest recipes for success, no gluten, no sugar, low dairy, high cardio, low resistance, Keto etc. and nothing worked Sofia helped me drop 65 lbs in 5 months, and as a "snail" patient, that was still such a short time! I felt healthy, energized, and was able to keep my normal life while losing weight effortlessly! As a anxious worry wart about a "diet program", I can say with 200% confidence, the Fountis Program works. Don't delay, start today! read more

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This diet is not just a diet, it's a lifestyle, but a lifestyle that is the absolute right way to live and eat. Dr. Fountis changed my life and I couldn't have done it with out her black and white rules to the program and being held accountable. I started April 6th at 160lbs and 36". I finished July 26th at 110lbs and 29". I lost 50lbs and 7 inches. I am maintaining right where I stopped. I feel so great, happy, relieved and most importantly healthy. I now know how to live my life, not over eating and realizing I don't need all of the calories and garbage I had been eating for years. read more

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Caveat Emptor re Dr Fountis' diet. Yes, you do lose weight. Very quickly. However, consider ALL of the costs before you commit to doing this. 1 - The focus of her program is weight loss, not FAT loss. After I lost 60 pounds in 4 months, I found that I also lost a lot of muscle. This is a starvation diet. You actually wind up eating 700 to 800 calories a day. 2 - Another cost was hair loss, for which Dr Fountis would not treat me. She said there was no proof that my hair loss was caused by the diet but she did say to use a certain shampoo. Actually, what I found on my own was that my body was ridiculously low on a certain element because of the strict eating plan. 3 - The financial cost is very high. 4 - Weight lost quickly does not stay off on its own. Keeping it off is and always will be the result of your effort. read more

I don't often write reviews but in this case my life was literally changed in a matter of months! I have been seeing Dr. Fountis for weight loss since October 5th, and through Thanksgiving, maybe 6 or 7 weeks, I lost over 25 lbs! I wake up, )after buying a nice new high tech scale that tracks on an app) every morning excited to weigh myself, and it's like it's melting off, really! I also see Dr. Nick Kalogerometro for back decompression on an incredible piece of equipment, (not many in the state). I had been bedridden for 2 months with a herniated disc when my surgeon told me he would do surgery but if I didn't loose the weight it could happen again. As I was loosing weight with Dr. Fountis I began with Dr. Nick on an ongoing plan. His hands on approach assures he is doing everything he can to make you feel better. He was as concerned as I was. Other than HIGHLY recommending this practice I can't say more about them. I even purchased a Gift Certificate for my husband for decompression! read more

Great people. Known them for many years. Wouldn't go any other place.they know their stuff.

Dr. Fountis and staff were amazing an supportive during the weight loss process. I lost 75lbs thru the program! I feel and look healthier than I have in years. If you follow her program you will loose weight. I saw that some people said they had hungry on the diet. I didn't have that issue and lost about 4-6 lbs every two week. I would suggest Dr. Fountis if you really want to lose the weight and change your eating habits. read more

It's like any other weight loss place. Every two weeks put down $120 plus money to start program .. ... it works if you stick to it. Its more of a Ketogenic diet and results are certain. People are friendly and seem to care about collecting the money first and foremost. Hard to get ahold of doctor during the day because office staff covers for the doctor. Front office interferes too much with patient doctor care. Very restrictive diet less than 1000 calories a day. Too many options out there do your research. read more

I went on this diet in 2010. It was the best thing that ever happened to me! I followed it so strictly. I was able to go from 200lbs to 140 in 4.5 months! Ever since then I have maintained my weight and have not gained more than 10 pounds back but I quickly get my butt in the gym and work that off if I fluctuate. To this day I use this diet in modification for maintenance. If i ever want to lose weight I go back on it for a couple of weeks adding small things like peanut butter..hand full of fruit so I don't go completely back into ketosis un-watched. A lot of my hair did fall out but it grew back and I have not had any issues. This diet is really hard but if you want it you can do it and it WILL work! Evie and Sophia were great and supportive and answered all of my questions any time I called about a certain food. Because of this program I have maintained my weight and felt amazing for the past 5 years. read more

Dr fountis is magic maker. She is one of the best doctors i have ever came across. I had been struggling from PCOS and infertility for past 8 years. We tried everything to get pregnant but all in vain. We went to different fertility clinics( some of the best in country) but nothing worked. In 2015 we moved to AZ and their someone recommended us the local fertility expert who told me to loose some weight before getting any treatment and recommended DR FOUNTIS weight loss program and that's when magic started. With the help of DR FOUNTIS WEIGHT LOSE PROGRAM, i lost around 30-35 pounds in 3 months and got pregnant without any medication or treatment, just her diet. I delivered a healthy baby boy in summer of 2016. She is truly a magician. It worked for me and i am really thankful to her and her team. They are so encouraging and positive that you don't wanna give up. They made my dream come true of being a mother. I would strongly recommend her to someone who is dealing with the same problem. Give it a try, it worked for me, it may worked for you as well. Dr fountis can definitely help you. Thanks a ton to Dr Fountis and her team. read more

Started with Dr. Fountis in early September on a recommendation of two friends that lost over 40 Lbs each. Both looked great and said they felt amazing. I doubted I had the will power to sacrifice the foods I love and the cocktails that I would frequently enjoy in either a business or social setting. In just over 5 weeks I have lost 32 lbs, haven't looked or felt this good in many years. More energy in the gym, for work and every where it counts. I speak highly enough and most of all, once started it's easy to stick with. Dr. Fountis is motivational and supportive and will not stop until your goal is reached. I have another 10 to go. read more

Dr Fountis is amazing! She helped me get my health under control when no other doctor could.

I have worked with Sophia Fountis for 10 years, and her modified protein sparing fast is the fastest way to reduce your bodily fat. I lost 56 pounds in less than 90 days. No injections, no powders, no surgery, just a prescription for food and a way of managing your diet that keeps you fit. read more

I highly recommend Dr. Hiras. He truly cares and has given both me and my son huge relief for some nagging shoulder & back issues. He is very thorough and utilizes more than one method to achieve desired results when needed. read more

This is a tough one for me to review. There are many pros and cons to this weight loss clinic/program. Here we go: I needed to lose weight in January of 2008. I was 226 lbs and 5'4". It was obviously a problem. I had no idea where to go, and then my gyno said she had heard of a doctor in Scottsdale who ran a fantastic program that had positive results. I checked it out. Over the course of 2008 I lost 70 lbs. It is a supervised prescription diet that consists of store bought groceries. You weigh all your allowed food out. You keep a food diary. It is low carb, low cal, low fat. If you can stick with the tough food rules, you will lose weight. This diet works for everyone that can stick to the uber-strict food rules. But it is VERY difficult, and not everyone can do it. Especially if you have food issues. Pros: -you can lose lots of weight -I have maintained a 70 lb loss for 1 year. Cons: -Expensive, I spent about $2500 just in medical expenses. They don't accept insurance. -Eating out can be tough, you have to buy a travel scale to weigh your food. -The weight loss is FAST, which can be scary for some, it was for me. In fact I never made it to the goal weight the Dr. had chosen for me. She wanted me to lose a total of 101 lbs. Which I felt was too much. I lost the drive to do the diet, and walked away when I reached a 70 lb loss. I know of another patient who did the same thing. -Blood work is done every 2 weeks, literally to make sure you aren't dying. -You only get to see the doctor if there is something wrong. Otherwise you get her sister who is a dietician. She does not have the the best bedside manner. -People can and do gain all the weight back. (This diet is not a lifestyle change, although there are behaviour modifications that occur during it. For instance I now journal all of the food I eat.) I know of one person who lost 90 lbs on the diet and gained it all back within two years. He didn't keep up with the positive changes he had made, and went back to eating in the unhealthy ways he had given up. Overall: It was the best thing I've ever done in my life. However now, I'm sort of on my own regarding weight maintenence. Like any weight loss program, results not typical/use at your own risk/results may not be lasting. But it is better than gastric bypass in my opinion! Tips: Dr. Fountis will not even schedule an appointment until you have turned in your entire medical history for the last couple of years. Her office will give you a list of forms that it needs. I have been in the office when desperate fat people have almost been in tears trying to schedule an appointment, only to be told that their medical records had not been received yet. She just won't do it. So make sure you have your primary care physician get on the ball. read more

I went to Dr. Fountis many years ago for her weight loss program. I started it and within the first 2 weeks I had lost 18 pounds. I was excited at the loss and that motivated me. After my first round of blood work, the Dr. called me at 8pm and told me that I was losing weight too fast and I needed to be on medication because I was now at high risk of gout and kidney stones. That terrified me. I followed the diet for 4 months and I had lost 60 pounds. I'm not going to lie I had never felt better. I had tons of energy, my skin looked amazing and I was never hungry. However, it was EXTREMELY strict. I was limited on everything including sugarless gum. During the required break from the diet, I had pain in my side and back so I went to my primary care dr. I had a severe kidney infection. I told my dr about the diet I had been on and he told me that was most likely why I had kidney issues now when I had never had problems before. Now I get kidney infections at least once a year. When I brought it up to Fountis, she denied it had anything to do with her program-even after I reminded her of the kidney medicine she prescribed for me. I ended up gaining all of the weight back. It's just not feasible for long term. read more

I would highly recommend Dr. Fountis and her weight loss program. You will definitely loose the weight if you follow her guidelines. I lost 44 pounds and 7.5 inches in the waist in 65 days. read more

Lost 70 lbs. Dr. Fauntis is super nice, professional and positive! Could not have found a better weight loss professional. Very easy with fast results. Don't think about it anymore, go! read more

I highly recommend Dr Fountis for weight loss! Dr Fountis was recommended to me, and I am so fortunate to have walked through her office doors! I have had a complete transformation this year under her supervision. Yes, the program is strict and you have to do the work to get your results! But results come quickly and that keeps you motivated! I have been in good hands from the start, and all of my questions answered quickly and with a sense of urgency! The office is very good at providing flexible times to come in depending on your schedule. Her staff is always super helpful too!!! read more

I recently met my goal weight with Dr. Fountis's support. The program worked and I feel better, plus look better than I have since the early 90's. I felt supported during the program and am sure I will keep off both the weight (over 30 lbs. as well as the inches 8" off waist). Dr. Fountis offers you the program but what most impressed me was how much time she spends at each visit providing education. I strongly recommend this program. Lisa Mead R.N. read more

Dr Fountis is amazing and very kind. I was referred to her and so glad I was. She is great and helped me to be my goal. Something I struggled with for the last year. Dr Fountis and staff are very kind and encouraging to reach your goal. Love the office read more

This is my 3 year anniversary for keeping my weight off! Thank you Dr Fountis! It was the best thing I have done for myself and I couldn't have done it without her supervision, guidance, and support! She remains available for me when I feel like I am getting out of control. Thank you for your program. read more

She is a hidden gem in Scottsdale! A worthwhile investment for a healthy weigh! I highly recommend Dr. Fountis!

Dr. Fountis is the only doctor I have ever come across that delivers on every single promise - even in writing! I went into this as skeptical but was desperate and willing to give it a try. I am so glad I did. Since starting in July I have lost over 80 pounds, and that includes a 3 week break (female). The diet is simple and easy if you are committed. It is hard if you are looking for excuses and good ways to cheat. Stick with the plan as she prescribes and it really does work. The cost is nominal compared to the cost of associated food I would eat before going on the plan. To say Dr. Fountis is anything but awesome is suspicious at best. read more

I am currently a patient of Dr. Fountis and I am happy with the results I am getting. I recently had an experience at the office that I just have to review as I believe positive and kind gestures should be praised. Her office staff assistant, Bill was so kind to me when I had car troubles. He spent about 2 hours helping me with my vehicle when the battery died. He took me to and from autozone to pick up a new battery and changed it out for me. The process was quite tedious because we didn't have the proper tools to work on the vehicle, but it didn't stop his act of kindness. It was so hot outside in the late afternoon and I can't express how appreciative I am that he helped me that day. Otherwise, I would have been stranded for a long period of time. Customer service like that is not heard of much these days so I feel it is important to share my good experience with Yelp. Thank you Bill and Chiro Med for your great customer service skills and caring for your patients. :) read more

I am currently a patient of Dr. Sophia Fountis at Chiro-Med. I began seeing her in July for her weight loss program and between July and November, I was able to reach the weight loss gain I wanted and she promised. I really have enjoyed working with Dr. Fountis and her staff; Bill and Evie. Since seeing Dr. Fountis, I have also learned a better way of eating. While the diet was strict and I was committed to it, I learned about new foods that I have come to love and will continue to enjoy as I transition into a new way of eating to maintain the weight loss she has helped me reach. The holidays will be a challenge. However, if I stick with her maintenance program and commit to the daily cardio exercise; as I have the diet, I have the knowledge She has shared with me to living a healthier life and seeing the physical results I want to view daily. Thank You Dr. Fountis, Bill and Evie! read more

Awesome place Dr Fountis is super nice and always encouraging well on my way to my goal of losing 200 pounds have 43 pounds to go been a yr and 3 months read more

I participated in Dr. Fountis' diet plan. Over a period of four months I was able to lose 70lbs and finally get back to a healthy weight after 10 years of being overweight. More importantly I've been able to maintain the weight for what is now 7 months. The plan is rigorous and you have to follow it exactly but when you do it is relatively easy to stay on. The first week is a little tough to get used to, but after that, the only impact is low energy. I would recommend it for anyone who needs to get back to a healthy weight. The staff is friendly and accommodating and Dr. Fountis is a background with Cleveland Medical which made me so much more comfortable that the diet was legitimately based in good medical practice. It's also affordable. If you look at the price by pound lost it's cheaper than any average diet out there in the market like atkin's, south beach, weight watchers, etc. Overall it was a very good experience and I was extremely happy I did it. read more

This place sounded amazing the first time I went in! I started the weight loss program, lost 60 lbs in 3 months which I was so happy about. But I also lost about half of my hair! And Dr. Fountis told me that was "normal" and that it will grow back. I don't know about you but losing half of your hair doesn't sound normal, and for a doctor to say that, kind of shady. I stopped the diet because I was scared of the hair loss. I have now gained all my weight back plus 30 mOre pounds. And Dr. Fountis hasn't even called once to see how I was doing or what happened to me! They don't care about their patients all they want is money! I am so unhappy with them, I even recommended my cousin to Dr. Fountis when I first started the diet and the same thing happened to her! she is a horrible doctor and the diet is ridiculous! I wish I never went to her! Advice for her, don't tell your patients it's normal to lose half of their hair! Especially when I went to my primary doctor and they said its because of malnutrition! I hope this helps people because I don't want this to ever happen to someone else, it is horrible! Now I'm fat and have no hair because of this diet! read more

I personally know 4 women who went to Dr. Fountais and all have lost a lot of weight. I wanted to go and met with her for my initial appt and went and had the initial tests done that she requires but when I was getting my last test from my general PC he told me he didn't respect what she did and if I wanted to lose weight I should go to Africa and starve myself there. He said at least I'd get a trip out of it.... I felt bad and so never finished the program but saw another woman I know well suceed on it after that. Its mainly small protein meals and veggies - low calorie with the first two weeks being the hardest but it gets easier after that Im told. Im disappointed that my doctor teased me when all I''ve done is put on more weight and I get lectured by him that I need to lose weight... Id still like to go back.. but now I have to get the tests done all over again. Since I've been diagnosed Hasimotos - its hypothyroid, I'm not sure if she'd work with me... I thought the other persons story was very close to what I've seen with my other friends. Success but at a cost with a lot of medical followup tests every other week.. Good luck read more