Dr. David Croland — Charlotte Weight Loss Doctor
Dr. David Croland is an Osteopathic Physician who leads the team of bariatric weight loss doctors in Charlotte at Learn2Lose. He earned his medical degree at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at the E.W. Sparrow Hospital Michigan State University Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Croland became board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine (1992-2018) and in 2010 achieved certification by the American Board of Obesity Medicine, the organization that certifies bariatric weight loss doctors in the US and abroad. He is also a Diplomate of the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons.
Dr. David Croland leads our team of weight loss doctors and providers at Learn2Lose Center For Weight Management, founded in August 2006. Prior to starting Learn2Lose, Dr. Croland practiced Family Medicine and Urgent Care since relocating to the Carolinas in 1992. His personal struggle with weight gain and eventual obesity led him to the specialty of non-surgical Bariatric Medicine.
Dr. Croland’s Approach to Medical Weight Loss
Dr. Croland believes that sustainable weight loss requires more than a prescription — it requires a comprehensive understanding of each patient’s metabolism, hormones, body composition, and lifestyle. At Learn2Lose, every treatment plan begins with a thorough medical evaluation and InBody body composition analysis, giving the clinical team an objective baseline to work from. As a dedicated weight loss doctor in Charlotte, Dr. Croland combines clinical expertise with personalized care that telehealth services simply cannot match.
Dr. Croland was an early adopter of GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy for weight management, integrating semaglutide and tirzepatide into his practice well before these medications became household names. His clinical experience with GLP-1 medications, combined with his background in obesity medicine, allows him to prescribe and manage these treatments with a level of nuance that telehealth platforms simply cannot replicate. Dosing adjustments, side effect management, and long-term maintenance planning are all handled in-person at every visit.
For patients who are not candidates for GLP-1 medications, or who prefer a non-GLP approach, Dr. Croland offers a full range of alternatives including phentermine, lipotropic injections, metabolic support protocols, and nutrition-focused programs designed to achieve lasting fat loss while preserving lean muscle mass.
Meet the Learn2Lose Clinical Team
Dr. Croland is supported by a team of experienced medical providers who share his commitment to personalized, physician-supervised weight loss care. Together, the Learn2Lose team serves patients at both the Ballantyne and Matthews locations, providing consistent, attentive care at every visit.
To learn more about the full Learn2Lose clinical team, visit our Meet the Team page.
Dr. Croland’s Personal
Experience with Losing Weight
Dr. David Croland has been very open about his own weight journey as he found himself approaching 200 pounds in his late 30s. After years of late night bad eating habits while working as an urgent care physician, Dr. Croland realized his 5’9″ frame could not withstand his growing waistline and decided to reverse course by implementing the very strategies he now prescribes: cutting calories, exercising 3-5 times a week, and shifting away from the low-fat dogma. Within three months, he dropped 30 pounds, inspiring him to found his weight-loss clinic Learn2Lose.
Frequently asked questions
*Disclaimer: Medical weight loss programs are individualized to meet the specific needs of each patient. Individual results vary.
This place is wonderful!! Love the staff!! They truly care and will help you reach your health goals! Go for it, you’ll be glad you did!
Patrick Edmondson
I have had a wonderful experience. Staff is pleasant and understanding. Down 20 pounds !
EmiLee Mullis
I’ve been a client at the Ballantyne location since March 2021 and have lost 60 lbs in 8 months with excellent support and guidance from the Learn2Lose team! I’ve also taken advantage of the cosmetic care with a series of chemical peels. They take really good care of you here! I highly recommend them!!
Kelly Cannon
I highly recommend Dr. Croland for any aesthetic services that you are interested in. He and is amazing with fillers and I am VERY particular. He knows what he’s doing! I was referred to him by a friend that works for a plastic surgeon so I knew he must be good. His staff is also professional and very friendly and they offer everything from weight loss services to laser and everything in between!
Sherilyn Taylor
Love love love everything about L2L. I have been a patient here for years. Dr Croland, Julie and all the girls are fabulous. They are well educated and super supportive in whatever journey you choose to take. I wouldn’t consider going anywhere else.
Jen Kiel
Dr Croland and his TEAM are outstanding! They are very knowledgeable and supportive. Whether you are looking to do the weight loss program or any type of Aesthetic services. He also has a fantastic skin care line that’s very reasonable. I always look forward to a visit…They will make you look beautiful!
Clancy Bucy
I could not be more happy with my success and my treatment. The staff is professional but friendly and caring, not something you get very often in healthcare in my experience. By following their program I have exceeded my weight loss goals while maintaining muscle mass. I feel great and would not hesitate to recommend them to family and friends
George Sperry
