Dr. Andres Sasson has dedicated over two decades to the field of emergency medicine, building a career grounded in service, leadership, and innovation. Originally from Venezuela, Dr. Sasson pursued his undergraduate degree in Theater at Tufts University before following his passion for medicine. He earned his medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and completed his Emergency Medicine Residency at the University of Chicago from 2000 to 2003.
Since then, he has worked as a full-time emergency room physician, taking on roles that include ER Medical Director, EMS Medical Director, consultant, core faculty educator in emergency medicine residency programs, and associate professor at the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine. Today, he continues to practice on the front lines of emergency care as an ER doctor at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, where he also trains physicians. He also serves as the Medical Director for Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, helping to shape prehospital emergency care for the community.
Despite a long and fulfilling career in emergency medicine, Dr. Sasson found a new and deeply personal mission in 2023. After starting Tirzepatide—a GLP-1 medication—he lost 40 pounds and reversed his hypertension. The transformation was not just physical; he felt more energetic, healthier, and more youthful. Friends and colleagues took notice and began asking for help with their own health journeys. What began as a few prescriptions quickly turned into a growing practice built on word of mouth.
Recognizing the broader potential, Dr. Sasson partnered with his sister—a Duke MBA with decades of marketing experience—who had also achieved success using the same GLP-1 medications. Together, they founded Lighthouse Weight Loss, a boutique telemedicine service designed to help others safely and effectively lose weight and regain their health.
Lighthouse Weight Loss was built with three core values: education, trust, and transparency. Patients are never pushed into subscriptions or hidden fees. Instead, they pay for medications only as needed, and all provider consultations are provided free of charge. The GLP medications prescribed are the same high-quality, compounded formulations that Dr. Sasson and his sister personally use. The result is a personalized, fast, and affordable healthcare experience focused on long-term wellness—not just quick fixes.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Sasson is a devoted husband to Mily and a father to their two high schoolers, Gabriel and Maite. Whether in the ER or guiding patients on their weight loss journey, his goal remains the same: to help people live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives.
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