How often should I get a DEXA scan on GLP-1?

There is no formal guideline for DEXA frequency on GLP-1 medications, but a practical cadence works for most people. Get a baseline before your first dose if you can, or as early as possible if you are already on the medication. During active weight loss, scan every 3 to 6 months. The 3-month interval catches change quickly and is what most bariatric surgery programs use. A 6-month rhythm is enough if cost is a factor or if your loss is slow. Once weight is stable, every 6 to 12 months is enough, with annual scans for anyone keeping weight off long-term. Phaze plots every scan on the same trend so a 9-month gap is still readable as one continuous line.