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Joe Zucchi

Physician Associate, Medical Practice

Physician Associate specializing in obesity medicine, GLP-1 therapies, and evidence-based weight management.

Joe Zucchi's Bio:

Joseph Zucchi, PA-C, MPAS, is a Physician Associate and obesity medicine specialist who serves as the Clinical Supervisor of Transition Medical Weight Loss in Salem, New Hampshire. He leads a multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive, evidence-based obesity and metabolic care, including medical management, nutrition counseling, fitness guidance, body composition assessment, pharmacotherapy, and long-term weight maintenance support. Since joining Transition Medical Weight Loss in 2019, Joseph has helped grow the practice from the ground up, expanding access to specialized obesity care for more than 2,500 patients and contributing to over 60,000 pounds of collective weight loss. Transition Medical Weight Loss has been recognized as Best Weight Loss Center in New Hampshire from 2023 through 2026. Clinical Interests Joseph has a particular interest in obesity pharmacotherapy, GLP-1 medications, cardiometabolic health, nutrition, exercise physiology, patient access, and insurance coverage for obesity treatment. He has extensive experience with anti-obesity medication management, prior authorizations, insurance advocacy, clinical program development, and implementation of evidence-based obesity treatment protocols. Education, Leadership & Advocacy In addition to clinical practice, Joseph is active in education, speaking, writing, advocacy, and professional leadership. He serves on the Board of the New England Obesity Society and is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Yale School of Nursing, where he supports clinical education through student precepting related to obesity medicine. He also serves as a clinical preceptor for the MCPHS University Physician Assistant Program. Joseph is a national speaker and medical communicator who has presented on obesity medicine, cardiometabolic health, GLP-1 therapies, and access to treatment. He has participated in advisory boards and professional initiatives with organizations including Boehringer Ingelheim, Amgen, Doxy.me, Telehealth.org, Orgain, and Heidi Health, and he serves as a speaker for Eli Lilly. Media & Publications His writing, interviews, and clinical commentary have appeared in or been featured by national and regional media including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, USA Today, Forbes Health, Medscape, The Boston Globe, MedPage Today, Doximity, and the New Hampshire Union Leader. He has also appeared on numerous podcasts and educational programs discussing obesity treatment, GLP-1 medications, insurance access, and the evolving landscape of obesity care. Background Joseph earned his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from MCPHS University and previously worked in nutrition and exercise research at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University. He is licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts and is also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. His professional focus is centered on advancing evidence-based obesity care, improving patient access to effective treatment, reducing stigma surrounding obesity, and helping patients achieve meaningful and sustainable improvements in health.

Joe Zucchi's Experience:

  • Clinical Supervisor & Physician Associate at Transition Medical Weight Loss

    January 2019 - Present | Salem, NH

    Clinical Supervisor and lead Physician Associate at Transition Medical Weight Loss, providing comprehensive, evidence-based obesity and metabolic care. Responsibilities include evaluation and treatment of patients with obesity, anti-obesity medication management, GLP-1 therapy, nutrition and exercise counseling, laboratory interpretation, body composition assessment, insurance and prior authorization support, and long-term weight maintenance. Leads a multidisciplinary clinical team and has helped grow the practice to serve more than 2,500 patients with over 60,000 pounds of collective weight loss. Also oversees clinical protocols, program development, insurance billing operations, patient education, telemedicine, marketing, and strategic growth.

  • Owner at JPZ Fitness - Online Personal Training

    August 2014 - 2023 | www.jpzfitness.com

    Offers in-person consultations and online programs to help clients improve body composition and achieve their fitness goals through nutrition, training, and lifestyle changes.

  • Study Coordinator & Research Technician at Tufts University

    January 2016 - January 2017 | Boston, MA

    - Study Coordinator & Research Technician in the Nutrition, Exercise, Physiology & Sarcopenia Lab within the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University - Extensive background in Exercise Physiology and ability to perform physical performance training and testing - Ability to multitask & conduct technical and administrative aspects of the research studies including: coordination of staff and participants; study logistics; and management of data and study documentation for Institutional Review Board (IRB), clinical research forms, and quality assurance.

  • Fitness & Nutritional Advisor at Theresa Piotrowski MD - Medical Weight Loss Center

    February 2014 - January 2016

    Offers assistance to patients by educating them with proper exercise, fitness, and nutritional advice. http://www.theresapiotrowskimd.com/

Joe Zucchi's Education:

  • Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences

    2017 – 2018
    Master of Physician Assistant Studies
    Activities: • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Member (2017 – Present) • Alpha Eta Honor Society, Member (2018 – Present) • American Academy of Physician Assistants, Member (2017 – Present) • 2018 Obesity Medicine Association Dr. Hal Seim Scholarship Fund Award Winner

  • St. Anselm College

    2009 – 2013
    Concentration: Natural Science - Pre-Med
    Activities: Captain of Men's Varsity Tennis Team (2012-2013), Student-Athlete Advisory Council, Board Member (2009-2013), Saint Anselm Track and Field, Team Personal Trainer (Fall 2012 to Spring 2013), Beta Beta Beta National Biological Honor Society Member, Presidential Scholarship & Senior Scholar-Athlete of 2013 Finalist

Joe Zucchi's Interests & Activities:

Obesity Medicine, Weight Management, GLP-1 Medications, Cardiometabolic Health, Nutrition, Fitness, Exercise Physiology, Wellness, Preventive Medicine, Medical Research, Evidence-Based Medicine, Patient Advocacy, Healthcare Policy, Medical Education, Public Speaking, Medical Writing, Health Technology, Telemedicine, Physician Associate Practice, Personal Training




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