Medical Wellness at Solace
Last updated May 2026
Targeted amino acid protocols for healing, fat loss, anti-aging, longevity, immune support, and cognitive enhancement. Designed by Dr. Flávio, DNP, AACC.
What Is Peptide Therapy?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids — the language your cells use to communicate. Every organ, every tissue, every metabolic process in your body is regulated by peptide signals. Peptide therapy harnesses that system, using specific sequences to amplify healing, stimulate growth hormone release, accelerate fat metabolism, improve cognitive clarity, or support immune defense — all without synthetic hormones or broad-spectrum interventions.
Unlike hormone replacement, which supplements a declining output, peptide therapy works upstream: it tells your own glands and tissues to produce what they’re supposed to produce at optimal levels. The result is a restoration of biological function that feels natural — because it is. Dr. Flávio has developed a full protocol library across 7 therapeutic categories, each supported by a growing body of research from institutions including the National Library of Medicine and leading endocrinology journals.
At Solace in Fort Myers, peptide therapy can also be paired with IV nutrient therapy, PRP microneedling, and aesthetic treatments for results that work from the inside out. NAD+ injections are frequently layered with peptide protocols for cellular energy support.
Research reference: Bhandari & Bhatt (2015) — Therapeutic Peptides: Historical Perspectives, Current Development Trends, and Future Directions, NCBI
The 7 Protocol Categories
BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound) is arguably the most researched healing peptide available. It accelerates repair of tendons, ligaments, gut lining, and muscle tissue — with documented effects on angiogenesis and nerve regeneration. TB-500 (Thymosin Beta-4) complements BPC-157 with systemic tissue remodeling and anti-inflammatory activity. Combined, they form the most comprehensive healing stack in clinical peptide therapy.
AOD-9604 is a modified fragment of human growth hormone specifically associated with fat metabolism and lipolysis — without the blood sugar effects of full HGH. CJC-1295 combined with Ipamorelin provides a sustained, pulsatile GH release that supports metabolic rate, lean body mass, and fat oxidation. This stack is ideal for patients pursuing body recomposition rather than weight loss alone.
Growth hormone-releasing peptides (GHRPs) stimulate the pituitary to release GH in natural, pulsatile patterns — mimicking youthful hormonal rhythms. GHRP-2 provides a clean GH pulse with modest appetite effects. GHRP-6 produces a stronger GH response with notable appetite stimulation — preferred for patients in a muscle-building phase. These protocols dramatically improve sleep quality and post-exercise recovery.
GHK-Cu (glycine-histidine-lysine-copper) is one of the most extensively studied peptides in dermatology and anti-aging medicine. It stimulates collagen synthesis, activates wound healing genes, reduces inflammation, and has demonstrated antioxidant effects at the cellular level. At Solace, GHK-Cu protocols can be coordinated with microneedling and PRP for compounded skin regeneration results.
Thymosin Alpha-1 is an immunomodulatory peptide that enhances T-cell function, NK cell activity, and dendritic cell maturation. It is used clinically for immune reconstitution, autoimmune regulation, and as an adjunct during periods of high stress or illness recovery. TA1 is particularly valuable for patients with chronic infections, compromised immune function, or those preparing for elective procedures.
MOTS-C is a mitochondria-derived peptide that regulates metabolic homeostasis, improves insulin sensitivity, and has demonstrated lifespan extension in preclinical models. SS-31 (Elamipretide) targets mitochondrial function directly — reducing oxidative stress and improving energy production at the cellular level. These longevity peptides represent the frontier of healthspan research and are available at Solace as part of a comprehensive anti-aging protocol.
Semax is a synthetic analog of ACTH that enhances BDNF production, improving neuroplasticity, focus, and memory. Selank is an anxiolytic peptide that modulates the GABAergic system without dependence or sedation — ideal for performance-oriented patients managing stress. DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) improves sleep architecture and recovery quality. All cognitive protocols can be layered with NAD+ injections for amplified neuroenergetic support.
KLOW is Dr. Flávio’s proprietary peptide formulation — a synergistic combination of peptides selected for a targeted therapeutic purpose, compounded to precise specifications. KLOW protocols are available exclusively at Solace Wellness Aesthetics in Fort Myers and are prescribed based on individual lab results and health assessment. Book a consultation to learn if KLOW is right for your protocol.
Ready-Built Protocols
Pre-designed combinations of complementary peptides — each targeting a specific outcome. All stacks are customized based on your individual labs and health assessment.
AOD-9604 + CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin. Targets lipolysis, GH pulsatility, and metabolic rate. Ideal for body recomposition goals. Often paired with GLP-1 therapy for accelerated results.
BPC-157 + TB-500. The gold standard for accelerating recovery from injury, surgery, or chronic tissue damage. Frequently used post-procedure to support microneedling and aesthetic healing.
MOTS-C + SS-31 + NAD+. Targets mitochondrial optimization, metabolic resilience, and cellular energy. Designed for patients focused on healthy aging and long-term vitality.
GHK-Cu + CJC-1295 + GH-releasing peptide. Amplifies collagen synthesis, skin regeneration, and GH-driven tissue renewal. Pairs exceptionally well with Solace aesthetic protocols for compounded results.
Semax + Selank + DSIP + NAD+. Targets neuroplasticity, stress resilience, sleep quality, and cognitive performance. Ideal for high-demand professionals, athletes, and anyone experiencing mental fatigue.
Why Fort Myers Patients Choose Solace for Peptide Therapy
Standalone peptide clinics can prescribe a protocol. Solace can do something fundamentally different: integrate that protocol with the full spectrum of medical aesthetics. When Dr. Flávio prescribes BPC-157 for healing, our aesthetic team can amplify the effect with targeted microneedling and PRP. When a fat loss stack is running, our IV nutrient therapy ensures the micronutrient environment supports metabolic performance. When anti-aging peptides are working systemically, our skin treatments compound the visible result.
This is what it means to have a DNP with a cardiology background working alongside licensed aestheticians in the same practice. The conversation between systems — hormonal, cellular, dermal — is continuous. The results reflect it.
Fort Myers patients looking for peptide therapy near Cape Coral, Estero, or Bonita Springs will find that Dr. Flávio’s protocols at Solace represent the most clinically rigorous option available in Southwest Florida.
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Peptide Therapy FAQ
Peptide therapy uses short chains of amino acids to signal specific biological responses in the body — from tissue repair and fat metabolism to GH release and cognitive performance. Unlike hormones, which replace a declining output, peptides work upstream by instructing your own glands and tissues to function optimally. They are highly targeted, naturally occurring signaling molecules with a well-documented safety profile when properly prescribed.
When prescribed and monitored by a qualified provider, peptide therapy has a strong safety record. Dr. Flávio, DNP, AACC performs a full health evaluation and lab review before prescribing any peptide protocol. Side effects are generally mild, transient, and protocol-specific. All protocols at Solace are based on peer-reviewed research and clinical experience.
Most peptide protocols use subcutaneous injection (similar to insulin), which patients self-administer at home after instruction. Some peptides are available as nasal sprays, oral capsules, or topical creams depending on the compound and target. Dr. Flávio selects the delivery method best suited to your specific goals, lifestyle, and health profile.
Timeline varies by peptide and goal. Healing peptides like BPC-157 often produce noticeable results within 2–4 weeks. GH-stimulating peptides show measurable body composition changes over 8–12 weeks. Anti-aging and longevity peptides produce more gradual, cumulative improvement over 3–6 months. Dr. Flávio tracks progress with follow-up labs and adjusts protocols as needed.
Yes — and at Solace, this integration is a key advantage. BPC-157 and GHK-Cu enhance wound healing, amplifying results from microneedling and PRP. GH-stimulating peptides improve skin elasticity and collagen density. We design coordinated protocols for patients pursuing both internal optimization and visible aesthetic results.
KLOW is Dr. Flávio’s proprietary peptide formulation, combining synergistic compounds for a targeted therapeutic purpose. It is compounded to precise specifications and prescribed based on individual lab results and assessment. KLOW is exclusive to Solace Wellness Aesthetics in Fort Myers — book a consultation to learn if it is right for your goals.
Conveniently located at 12545 New Brittany Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, Solace Wellness Aesthetics serves clients from Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita Springs, Naples, and throughout Southwest Florida. If you're searching for a medical spa near you in SWFL, we're minutes away.
Dr. Flávio reviews your labs, goals, and health history before recommending any protocol. Every stack is customized. Every patient is seen as an individual.