Peptide Therapy

Peptide Therapy in San Diego, CA — BPC-157, Sermorelin, CJC/Ipamorelin

Physician-supervised peptide therapy in San Diego — BPC-157, KLOW, Wolverine blend, sermorelin, CJC-1295/ipamorelin, and tesamorelin. By Dr. Joseph Dubroff, N.D.

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Targeted Molecular Medicine

Peptides Are Not a Hack. They're a Tool.

Peptides are short chains of amino acids — the same molecular building blocks your body already uses every minute of every day to signal cells, repair tissue, regulate hormones, and run almost every biological process you have. Therapeutic peptides leverage this existing signaling architecture: rather than introducing something foreign to the body, they amplify processes your body already knows how to perform.

The peptide therapy landscape has exploded in recent years, and unfortunately so has the gray market. There are companies online selling unregulated "research-grade" peptides direct to consumers, with no oversight, no testing, no dosing guidance, and no medical supervision. That isn't peptide therapy. It's gambling.

What Dr. Dubroff offers is different: peptides compounded by licensed pharmacies under physician prescription, dosed based on your individual labs and goals, and monitored over time. The difference is the same as the difference between buying steroids from someone at the gym versus working with an endocrinologist — and the results, side effect profile, and safety follow accordingly.

— Healing & Recovery

Tissue Repair Peptides

BPC-157, KLOW, Wolverine blend. For tendon, ligament, soft tissue, gut healing, and post-surgical recovery.

— Growth Hormone Axis

GHRH & GHRP Peptides

Sermorelin, CJC-1295, ipamorelin. Stimulate the body's own growth hormone production. Sleep, body composition, aging.

— Body Composition

Metabolic Peptides

Tesamorelin specifically targets visceral fat. GHRH analogues paired with diet/exercise programs for stubborn body composition issues.

Our Peptide Protocols

Six Peptides. Six Specific Use Cases.

Each peptide has a distinct mechanism and clinical purpose. Dr. Dubroff doesn't prescribe peptides as a general "anti-aging" sales pitch — each protocol is matched to a specific physiological goal informed by your labs.

— 01

BPC-157

Body Protective Compound

The most studied "healing peptide" — derived from a protein in gastric juice. Used clinically for tendon, ligament, muscle, and gut tissue repair. The cornerstone of injury and post-surgical recovery protocols.

— 02

KLOW Blend

Multi-Pathway Healing Protocol

A multi-peptide blend that combines complementary healing mechanisms in a single protocol — often including GHK-Cu and supportive amino acid sequences. Used when more than one repair pathway needs activation.

— 03

Wolverine Blend

Athletic Recovery Stack

Combines BPC-157 with TB-500 and GHK-Cu for synergistic soft-tissue repair. Named after Wolverine's regenerative profile — the go-to protocol for serious athletes and combat injuries.

— 04

Sermorelin

GHRH Analog

The gateway growth hormone peptide. Stimulates the pituitary to produce more of your own GH — supporting sleep quality, body composition, and recovery. The foundation of most longevity protocols.

— 05

CJC-1295 / Ipamorelin

Synergistic GH Stack

The most popular GH-axis combination. CJC-1295 (a GHRH) and ipamorelin (a ghrelin mimetic) work on two different receptor pathways simultaneously — producing a stronger, more sustained GH pulse than either alone.

— 06

Tesamorelin

Visceral Fat Targeting

The specialty peptide for visceral (belly) fat. Originally developed for HIV-related lipodystrophy, tesamorelin is one of the few interventions with clinical evidence specifically for stubborn abdominal fat.

Why Supervision Matters

The Difference Between Peptide Therapy and Peptide Gambling.

Buying peptides online — even from "reputable" sources — is buying unregulated compounds with no testing, no quality control, no dosing guidance, and no clinical oversight. The peptide may not contain what the label says. The dose may be wildly inappropriate for you. And no one is monitoring how your body is responding.

Dr. Dubroff's peptide therapy is the opposite of that on every dimension.

  • Compounded by Licensed Pharmacies Every prescription comes from a state-licensed compounding pharmacy held to USP standards for sterility, purity, and potency testing.
  • Personalized Dosing Dose and frequency are calibrated to your labs, your goals, your stage of life, and how your body actually responds over time.
  • Lab Monitoring For GH-axis peptides, Dr. Dubroff monitors IGF-1, glucose, and other relevant biomarkers — adjusting protocols as needed.
  • Real Physician Access You have a real doctor on the other end of a phone call when questions or concerns come up. Not a portal. Not a tech in a strip mall clinic.
  • Honest Expectations Dr. Dubroff will tell you which peptides are likely to help and which won't — and he'll tell you when peptides aren't the right tool at all.
Common Questions

Peptide Therapy FAQs

Are peptides legal? Are they FDA-approved?+
It varies by peptide. Some, like tesamorelin, are FDA-approved for specific conditions and are prescribed off-label for related concerns. Others, like BPC-157, are not FDA-approved as drugs but are legally compounded by licensed pharmacies for individualized patient use under physician prescription. Dr. Dubroff prescribes all peptides through licensed compounding pharmacies under standard medical oversight.
How are peptides administered?+
Most therapeutic peptides are administered via small subcutaneous injection — similar to an insulin injection — using a fine needle. The injection is essentially painless and most patients self-administer at home after Dr. Dubroff walks them through the technique. Some peptides are available in oral troche or nasal spray forms depending on the molecule and goal.
How long do peptide protocols last?+
It depends on the peptide and the goal. Healing peptides like BPC-157 or the Wolverine blend are typically run for 4-8 week cycles for specific injuries. GH-axis peptides (sermorelin, CJC/ipa) are usually run for 3-6 months at a time with breaks. Dr. Dubroff designs your protocol around your specific goal and adjusts based on response.
Will peptides help me lose weight?+
Some peptides — particularly tesamorelin for visceral fat, and GH-axis peptides for body composition — can support weight management and body recomposition as part of a comprehensive program. They are not weight-loss drugs in the way GLP-1 medications are. Dr. Dubroff offers both GLP-1 and peptide options and will recommend whichever approach best fits your goals.
Are peptides safe?+
When properly compounded, properly dosed, and properly monitored — most peptides have a favorable safety profile in clinical use. The risks come almost entirely from unregulated sourcing and unsupervised use. Dr. Dubroff reviews your medical history, screens for contraindications, and monitors lab work where relevant.
Are peptides the same as steroids or growth hormone?+
No. GH-axis peptides (sermorelin, CJC, ipamorelin, tesamorelin) stimulate your body's own pituitary to release growth hormone in a more natural, pulsatile pattern — fundamentally different from injecting synthetic HGH directly. Healing peptides like BPC-157 are not hormones at all. Peptides are not anabolic steroids.
Does insurance cover peptide therapy?+
Generally no — peptides are typically out-of-pocket. The consultation and lab work portion may sometimes be partially reimbursable with a superbill, depending on your plan. Dr. Dubroff is fully transparent on cost before any protocol is started.
Medical Disclaimer: Information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Most peptides described here are not FDA-approved drugs and are used off-label under physician supervision via licensed compounding pharmacies. Individual results vary, and not every patient is a candidate. Always discuss benefits and risks with a qualified healthcare provider before starting any peptide therapy.
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The Right Peptide for the Right Goal.

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