National Obesity Awareness Week is an important moment to pause and reflect on a growing public-health challenge that affects millions of people in the UK.
Raising awareness means moving away from stigma and towards informed, evidence-based care. It also means helping individuals understand when professional medical support can make a meaningful difference.
Why Obesity Awareness Matters
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, joint problems and hormonal imbalance. However, awareness is not about fear — it is about early intervention, understanding and prevention.
The National Obesity Awareness Week encourages:
• Better understanding of obesity as a medical condition
• Education around sustainable, long-term weight management
• Access to professional, supervised treatment pathways
• Compassionate and personalised care rather than quick-fix solutions
For many people, repeated dieting without medical guidance can lead to frustration, metabolic slowdown and weight regain. This is where a structured, clinical approach becomes essential.
A Medically Supervised Approach to Weight Management
At Dottore London, weight management begins with medicine — not restrictive diets. Our programme is
designed to identify why weight loss may be difficult and to build a personalised strategy based on clinical
evidence.
Our Weight Management Programme follows a multidisciplinary model, led by experienced healthcare
professionals who work together to support every aspect of the patient journey.
Clinical Leadership and Specialist Care
Consultant in Obesity and Endocrinology, responsible for medical assessment, hormonal and
metabolic evaluation, and therapeutic strategy where clinically appropriate.
Specialist Dietitian providing personalised nutritional plans based on medical findings, lifestyle and
long-term sustainability.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist supporting behavioural change, emotional eating and the
psychological aspects of weight management.
This integrated approach ensures that treatment is not generic, but tailored to the individual’s physiology, habits and goals.