Rocio Salas-Whalen, M.D.

Dr. Rocío Salas-Whalen is a board-certified Endocrinologist and Obesity Medicine specialist, widely recognized as one of the earliest adopters of GLP-1 therapies in the United States. With over 15 years of experience treating thousands of patients, she has helped redefine obesity care—moving the conversation from willpower to science, and from stigma to empowerment.

She is the author of the book Weightless, a comprehensive guide to the new era of GLP-1 medications, designed to support individuals before, during, and after weight-loss therapy. Weightless goes beyond medication—it addresses the psychological, social, cultural, and metabolic changes patients face, and offers the tools needed for lasting success.

In practice, Dr. Salas-Whalen combines cutting-edge metabolic science with compassionate, individualized care. Her expertise spans perimenopause and menopause, where she leads a modern “menopause redo,” empowering women to navigate midlife with strength, clarity, and vitality through evidence-based hormone therapy, metabolic optimization, and lifestyle tools.

Outside the clinic, she is a leading voice on social media (@drsalaswhalen), educating and inspiring millions by making complex medical science accessible and actionable. She is also the founder of StrengthMD and The Dry Revolution, initiatives focused on metabolic wellness, muscle health, and supporting alcohol-free living.

An immigrant from Mexico who came to the United States to pursue her dream of becoming a physician, Dr. Salas-Whalen now leads a thriving practice on New York’s Upper East Side. Her mission is to transform lives and rewrite the future of women’s health—by addressing root causes, honoring lived experiences, and delivering science-driven care with unwavering empathy.