Agape’ W8 Loss & Wellness was built from something deeply personal for both of us.
We’ve lived what it feels like to watch health slip…
To feel dismissed…
and to realize the system often waits until things get “bad enough” before it finally pays attention.
And we knew there had to be a better way. Agape’ W8 Loss & Wellness is that better way.


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Meet the Founders
The People Behind Agape’ W8 Loss & Wellness
Agape didn’t begin as a business idea. It began as a response to what we lived, witnessed, and could no longer ignore.
Sheila and James are not lifelong healthcare executives. They’re real people who’ve walked through loss, stress, physical strain, and frustration with a healthcare system that often treats symptoms, not people.
Sheila’s journey with Type 2 diabetes changed everything. After her diagnosis, she chose a different path—managing her health through lifestyle, discipline, and prevention rather than accepting a future dependent on medication alone. That experience opened her eyes to what’s possible when people are supported early, listened to, and guided with intention.


James's Story
James’s story runs just as deep. Years of physically demanding work and watching his mother struggle with severe arthritis and chronic pain made one thing painfully clear: too many people are left without options until their health has already declined. Prevention, recovery, and proactive care are often overlooked—and families pay the price.
Together, they saw the same pattern again and again:
People trying their best.
People feeling dismissed.
People being told to “just live with it.”
Their faith gave language to what they already felt: that caring for health is a responsibility, not a convenience. That people deserve to be listened to before they’re dismissed, supported before they’re overwhelmed, and guided before they’re forced into crisis care.
If you’ve been trying…
If you’ve been dismissed…
If you’re looking for a place that treats your health like it matters…
Agape’ was built for you.Y
ou were never meant to do this alone.
The Agape’ Difference

Dedicated in-house staff and providers
Your care is never outsourced or handed off to a third-party network. You’re supported by a consistent, in-house medical team that knows your history, your goals, and your journey.

Medications sourced only from FDA-approved pharmacies
We work exclusively with FDA-approved pharmacies because safety, quality, and transparency are non-negotiable when it comes to your health.

In-office and telehealth care without compromise
Whether you visit us in person or connect virtually, you receive the same level of care, oversight, and continuity. Telehealth at Agape is an extension of care—not a shortcut.

Fully compliant with Ohio state regulations
Agape operates with strict adherence to Ohio medical regulations and clinical standards. Every protocol, prescription, and process is designed with accountability, patient safety, and ethical responsibility at the forefront—because your health is always the priority, never profit.

Completely ethical, science-backed protocols
Our approach is grounded in evidence, clinical judgment, and responsible medicine. We don’t chase trends or make exaggerated promises—we focus on protocols that are safe, ethical, and built for long-term well-being.

Support that stays with you from day one
From your first conversation through every step of your journey, you’re never navigating your health alone. We stay present, responsive, and invested in your progress.
Our Team
We are blessed with a team of compassionate, skilled professionals who share our values and dedication to patient care. They’re here not just to perform services, but to support, encourage, educate, and empower every person who walks through our doors.

Los Angeles, CA
Dr. Sean Arora
Dr. Sean Arora, MD, is a board-certified family medicine specialist with a focus on aesthetic medicine and wellness treatments, offering comprehensive, patient-centered care across all ages. With licenses in all 50 states, he leads with compassion and integrity, ensuring evidence-based, results-driven treatment plans tailored to individual goals.

Registered Nurse
Kristine Wagner
Coming Soon.

Nurse Practioner
Lisa Stone, APRN, CFNP
Lisa Stone, APRN, CFNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 37 combined years as a nurse and practitioner serving both women and children. A graduate of Cleveland Metropolitan School of Nursing, Ohio University, and Chamberlain University, she combines clinical expertise with compassionate, faith-guided care to support whole-person wellness.

Registered Nurse
Desiree Parisi
After 36 years in the Neonatal ICU, I retired to enjoy life’s simple pleasures but remain passionate about nursing, now joining Agape W8 Loss & Wellness.

Registered Nurse
Dora Dilisio-Specht
Dora Specht, a dedicated healthcare professional with 35 years in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at MetroHealth, has transitioned to the health and spa field, blending her clinical expertise with a holistic approach to wellness, while also being a devoted wife and mother.

Registered Nurse
Maggie
Maggie, RN, BSN, is an aesthetic and wellness nurse with a strong clinical foundation and a whole-person approach, specializing in injectable weight-loss therapies, IV therapy, and body contouring, while also being a devoted wife and mother who enjoys nature and baking.

Pharmacist Educator
Lindsey Urbatchka
Lindsey Urbatchka, who earned her PharmD from the University of Kansas in 2008, has over 15 years of experience in specialty and compounding pharmacy across various therapeutic areas.
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