Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Navigate Your

Best Self

Life changes. Your wellness should evolve with you. At Vela, we guide you through the major chapters of your life — with personalized hormone, metabolic, weight loss, and peptide therapy designed to help you feel your absolute best.
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Doctor-Led Care
Evidence-Based Protocols
Telehealth Available
Why Vela?
Personalized Care for Every Phase of Your Life
We tailor hormone, metabolic, weight, and peptide therapy to your unique biology — so you can feel energized, balanced, and in control at every stage.
Life-Phase Navigation
Treatments that adapt as your hormones, goals, and seasons of life shift. We meet you where you are.
Evidence-Driven Personalization
Precision protocols built around your unique biology, not generic templates. Labs guide every decision.
Lasting Vitality
Sustainable results that build long-term energy, confidence, and wellness. No quick fixes without context.
Discover Your
Vela LifePhase
Your wellness needs aren't defined by age — they're shaped by your life's biggest moments. Choose the phase that fits your journey.
Radiance
Reveal brighter skin, smoother texture, and a more defined, youthful appearance — so you look refreshed and confident for life's big moments.
Explore Radiance
Prime
Regain energy, strength, and libido while building muscle, reducing fat, and restoring hormonal balance.
Align
Control appetite, lose fat sustainably, stabilize hormones, and reset your metabolism for lasting weight results.
Evolve
Slow aging at the cellular level while improving energy, recovery, cognition, and long-term metabolic health.
Targeted Support
Right When You Need It
Focused mini-packages designed to accelerate recovery, restore balance, and support specific life transitions.
Recovery
Break plateaus. Balance hormones. Feel lighter again.
Restore
Glow, tighten, tone — timed perfectly for your big day.
Shot Club
1 shot per week from the following: B12, Vitamin Cocktail, Tri-immune
Sexual Wellness
Stabilize hormones. Support mood. Restore energy & confidence.
Skin Tightening
Feel like yourself again — or better.
Hair Restoration
Restore density. Strengthen hair. Support healthy regrowth.
Maintenance Weight Loss
Maintain results. Stabilize appetite. Protect your metabolism.
Discover all treatments
Browse our full menu of Á la carte services
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Real Results.
Real Transformation.
At Vela, every treatment is designed to create measurable, life-changing results — backed by data, not guesswork.
“I've tried every diet, every program. This is the first time I've lost weight AND kept it off. Dr. Thayer actually listens and adjusts the plan as we go.”
Sarah J.
Align Program, 6 months
-47 lbs
15-20%
Average weight loss with GLP-1 therapy over 12 months*
3-6 wks
Typical time to feel energy improvements on TRT*
500+
Patients helped in Eastern Iowa
4.9
Patient satisfaction rating
“At 52, I thought low energy was just part of getting older. Within 8 weeks on Prime, I feel like myself again. My wife noticed the difference too.”
Michael R.
Prime Program, 4 months
-47 lbs
*Based on clinical trial data. Individual results may vary.
A Clear, Supportive Process
From Day One
We start with understanding your biology, then guide you step-by-step through a plan that fits your lifestyle and evolves with your progress.
1
Assess your symptoms
Book a free consultation to discuss your goals and concerns.
2
Meet Your Specialist
Dr. Eric reviews your health history and orders labs to understand your unique biology.
3
Start Your Plan
Begin your personalized protocol with ongoing support, monitoring, and adjustments as needed.
Dr. Eric Thayer
Medical Director, Vela Wellness Clinic
Dr. Thayer is passionate about helping people find their wind again through personalized hormone optimization, medical weight management, and peptide therapy. Every treatment plan is physician-guided and tailored to your unique biology.
Board Certified
Hormone Specialist
Vela Wellness
Membership
Physician-guided care for hormones, weight optimization, and longevity. Access to our full suite of wellness and optimization services.
Core
Essential membership for patients wanting access to Vela's prescription treatments at member pricing. Perfect for those starting their wellness journey.
$49/mo
Benefits
Access to all prescription treatments
Member pricing on medications & peptides
Monthly wellness check-in
Concierge messaging support
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Elite
Our most comprehensive membership for patients committed to optimization. Includes everything in Core plus enhanced support and exclusive perks.
$149/mo
Benefits
All Core benefits included
1 free vitamin cocktail shot per week
Comprehensive lab panel every 6 months
Priority scheduling
Dedicated support line
Quarterly body composition scan
Recommended
Get Elite Membership
Prescription treatments require a Vela Membership. Non-prescription services (Dysport, IVs, etc.) do not require membership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Contact us!

Is there a contract?

Month-to-month after an initial 90-day commitment. Cancel anytime after the first 3 months with no penalties or fees.

Do I need a membership for everything?

No — only for treatments that require a prescription (like GLP-1s, TRT, and peptides). Non-prescription services like Dysport, IVs, and aesthetic treatments don't require membership.

Can I switch between Core and Elite?

Yes! You can upgrade to Elite anytime. Downgrades take effect at your next billing cycle after the initial 90-day period.

Do memberships cover medication costs?

Memberships provide access and member pricing, but medications are billed separately. This keeps your membership affordable while giving you transparency on treatment costs.

Do I still need appointments?

Yes — we're a real clinic with real providers. Initial consultations, lab reviews, and periodic check-ins happen in-person or via telehealth depending on your preference.

What if I'm not sure which program is right for me?
Book a free consultation! Dr. Eric will review your goals and health history to recommend the best starting point. No obligation, no pressure.
Find Your Path to Better Health
Explore personalized treatments designed to guide you through every phase of your wellness journey.
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LifePhase Bundles
Radiance
Brighter skin, smoother texture, and a refreshed, youthful look.
Evolve
Cellular renewal, better recovery, and long-term vitality.
Align
Appetite control, sustained fat loss, and metabolic balance.
Prime
More energy, stronger libido, and restored hormonal balance.
Mini-Packages
Recovery
Break plateaus fast
Restore
Glow, tighten, tone
Shot Club
Weekly wellness shot
Sexual Wellness
Stabilize. Restore confidence
Skin Tightening
Firmer, smoother skin
Hair Restoration
Stronger, thicker hair
Maintenance Weight Loss
Maintain results easily
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+1 (319) 201-0004
310 3rd Ave SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
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Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat - Sun Closed
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