By: Nic Abelian
Ms. Bertha Osorio-Campbell, APRN, FNP-BC, has rebranded her medical practice as the Optimal Weight Loss Institute in June 2024, marking a strategic shift toward a more concierge-focused and hybrid model of care. The practice, which has been active for several years, offers telehealth and in-person services specializing in weight loss, hormone optimization, and aesthetics. Drawing from over 15 years of experience in critical care and integrative medicine alongside her personal health journey, Ms. Osorio-Campbell aims to develop a healthcare model that combines clinical rigor with individualized empathy.
The Optimal Weight Loss Institute reflects the founder’s lived experience and ongoing evolution of her practice. Ms. Osorio-Campbell, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner originally born in Nicaragua and fluent in Spanish, immigrated to the United States as a child. Her cultural background informs her approach and enables her to serve a diverse patient population effectively. Previously managing severe obesity and related health challenges, she has integrated her personal transformation into a professional philosophy centered on holistic and empathetic care. “This work is personal. I don’t just prescribe—I walk with people through their healing,” she said.
The practice offers a blend of functional and conventional medicine, delivering holistic, evidence-based, and personalized treatment plans. Clients undergo comprehensive lab assessments, receive nutritional support and coaching, and have access to medically supervised therapies such as semaglutide and tirzepatide. The hybrid model facilitates continuous, personalized care through virtual and in-person visits in Fort Lauderdale, serving patients across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. This approach addresses a common gap in modern healthcare: the lack of sustained patient-provider relationships.
Ms. Osorio-Campbell’s background as a solo mother by choice, a first-generation college graduate, and the first in her family to obtain a master’s degree and operate a medical practice shapes her resilient and culturally sensitive clinical practice. Her experiences as a trauma survivor and former ICU nurse contribute to her credibility and ability to connect deeply with patients. “I know what it’s like to feel defeated by your body, to feel overlooked in a system that doesn’t listen. That’s why I built a practice that sees the whole person,” she explained.
The Optimal Weight Loss Institute focuses on chronic weight management, hormonal imbalances, menopause, testosterone decline, and stress-related conditions. Ms. Osorio-Campbell emphasizes addressing underlying dysfunctions—biological, emotional, and spiritual—rather than focusing solely on metrics such as BMI. “Weight loss involves more than physical factors. It can also be emotional, hormonal, and spiritual. When these areas are considered together, clients may experience meaningful changes,” she stated.
Ms. Osorio-Campbell’s work has been featured in media outlets including the Miami New Times, Voyage Miami, Canvas Rebel, and the Miami Herald, which named her one of the notable Women of 2020. She actively participates in health education panels and nonprofit collaborations to advance equitable healthcare access. The practice’s telehealth capabilities, combined with in-person care, aim to reach underserved communities while maintaining clinical quality.
Photo Courtesy: Bertha Osorio-Campbell
The rebranded Optimal Weight Loss Institute represents an evolving healthcare model integrating faith, functional medicine, and compassionate care. Ms. Osorio-Campbell’s dedication to treating the whole person—beyond physical symptoms—has informed her personal recovery and continues to influence the healing of her clients. “Optimal health often begins with being heard, seen, and cared for—and that’s what we strive to offer here,” she remarked.
Grounded in scientific rigor and empathy, the practice’s commitment to personalized whole-person care positions it as part of the evolving generation of weight loss and hormone optimization clinics. Ms. Osorio-Campbell’s expertise in critical care, functional medicine, and leadership helps ensure her approach addresses physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of healing. “Healing is not just about what is lost—but also about what may be found through care, connection, and purpose,” she concluded.
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Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, legal, or professional advice. The services and treatments described are subject to individual consultation and may vary based on personal health conditions. Readers should consult with qualified healthcare providers before making decisions related to medical care, weight loss, or hormone therapy. No guarantees or warranties are made regarding the effectiveness of any treatments or services mentioned.
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