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Weight management · Clinician-led · In-person
Private weight management, done properly.
A GMC-registered doctor. An in-person consultation at our Whitechapel clinic. A treatment plan discussed only after proper clinical assessment. No remote prescribing. No one-size-fits-all. No promises before we’ve met you.
What we check before discussing treatment
Every patient. Every time. We make sure this is the right service for you — safely — before we talk about any treatment options.
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Your relationship with food A short, sensitive conversation so we can support you well.
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How you’re feeling mentally Mood, anxiety, sleep, and any current support you’re receiving.
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Pregnancy or breastfeeding If this applies, we’ll plan around it and still look after you.
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Your medical history Thyroid, diabetes, heart, gallbladder or any other conditions.
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Anything you’re currently taking Other prescriptions, supplements — so we can keep you safe.
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Examination & blood tests Blood pressure, body composition, and blood tests where helpful.
Our approach
Assessment-led, in this order
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Clinical assessment History, examination, bloods
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Safety screening Validated screening tools
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Eligibility review Whole-picture, not a number
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Treatment discussion Only after the steps above
We don’t sell a medication. We provide a medical service.
What this is
Clinician-led weight management — not a product.
Weight management is medicine. It needs a proper medical history, an examination, blood work where indicated, screening for conditions that might cause weight change, and an honest conversation about realistic options.
This service is built around clinical assessment first. Treatment options — including lifestyle support, dietary input, structured monitoring and, where clinically appropriate, medical treatment — are discussed only after we’ve assessed you in person.
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Medical service
Not a product, not a subscription
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Assessment first
Treatment after, not before
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In-person, in clinic
No remote prescribing
How we work
Our clinical standards.
The weight management space in the UK is poorly regulated. Anyone can call themselves a weight loss provider. We are not that kind of clinic.
In-person assessment
Initial consultation is always face-to-face at our Whitechapel clinic. Examination, measurements, and a proper conversation.
CQC-registered clinic
Registered with the Care Quality Commission (Provider ID 1-17189808454). Clinical room, appropriate equipment, proper safety standards.
Safeguarding-first
Eating disorder, pregnancy, mental health and red-flag screening before any treatment is discussed. Where this isn’t the right service, we say so.
Structured monitoring
Monthly reviews with weight, blood pressure, side-effect check, blood work where indicated. We track how you’re doing.
Honest conversations
If you’re not clinically suitable, we’ll tell you. If lifestyle alone is more appropriate than medical treatment, we’ll tell you that too.
The consultation
What happens at your assessment.
Initial consultation is 45 minutes. Allow an hour. There is no rush.
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Medical history & current health
Past medical conditions, current health, family history, lifestyle, current treatments and supplements. A proper picture — not a 90-second form.
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Examination & measurements
Height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, body composition where useful, blood pressure, cardiovascular check.
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Bloods where indicated
Thyroid, HbA1c, lipid profile, liver, kidney function and other markers as clinically needed. Results within 24–48 hours via The Doctors Laboratory.
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Safety screening
A sensitive conversation about your relationship with food, how you’re feeling mentally, pregnancy where relevant, anything you’re currently taking, and any medical history that needs to be considered.
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Eligibility assessment
Whether this service is right for you. Eligibility for any specific treatment option is assessed individually — not a number-on-a-scale conversation.
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Treatment options discussed
If you’re a suitable candidate, we discuss the full range of options — lifestyle changes, dietary patterns, structured behavioural support, and where clinically appropriate, medical treatment. Risks, benefits and realistic expectations covered.
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Written plan
You leave with a written treatment plan, monitoring schedule, and clear next steps. We write to your NHS GP with your consent.
Why this page reads differently
You won’t find medication options listed here. That’s on purpose.
Under UK law — the Human Medicines Regulations 2012 — prescription medicines cannot be advertised to the public. The rule exists because medicines aren’t consumer goods. They’re clinical decisions that need a clinician, an examination, and a proper conversation about your individual case.
Some private clinics ignore this. They name medications, promise outcomes, and turn what should be a clinical conversation into a marketing funnel. The MHRA, ASA and CAP have ruled against many of them in the last two years. The fact that it’s common doesn’t make it legal — or safe.
We’ve chosen to do it properly from the start. That means treatment options — including any medications that might be appropriate — are discussed in detail in clinic, with a doctor, after we’ve assessed you. Not on a website. Not in an ad. Not before we know whether they’re right for you.
Quiet confidence
If a clinic is willing to bend the rules on its homepage, ask yourself what else it’s willing to bend.
Being honest
What we don’t do.
These are the things some clinics do that we won’t.
No first treatment ever leaves this clinic without an in-person consultation.
Treatment options are a clinical discussion in the consultation room, not a marketing claim on a website.
Eating disorders, pregnancy, untreated mental health, certain medical conditions — these change the calculus and sometimes mean this isn’t the right service.
Anyone promising specific weight loss numbers before assessing you is selling, not treating.
Each monthly review is a real clinical appointment.
Video reviews for established patients only, after the in-person initial appointment.
Fees
Transparent pricing.
Consultation fees only listed. If treatment is clinically appropriate and you decide to proceed, any associated costs are discussed and agreed at the consultation — never before.
Initial consultation
£150
45 minutes · in-person at Whitechapel
- Medical history & examination
- BMI, body composition, blood pressure
- Safety & eligibility screening
- Bloods where clinically indicated (lab fees additional, from £150 — exact cost quoted before any blood is taken)
- Written treatment plan
- Letter to your NHS GP (with consent)
Monthly review
£99
30 minutes · in-person or video for established patients
- Weight, BMI & body composition check
- Blood pressure
- Side-effect review
- Plan adjustments where needed
- Repeat bloods if clinically indicated
Insurance: Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, WPA — please confirm cover with your insurer before booking. See full fees page.
Common questions
FAQs.
What treatment options do you offer?
Treatment options are discussed at consultation, after a proper clinical assessment. We don’t advertise specific treatments on this page because:
(a) the right option depends entirely on your medical history, current health, and eligibility, and (b) under UK law, prescription medicines aren’t advertised to the public.
What we can tell you is that the service is comprehensive: lifestyle and dietary support, structured behavioural input, and where clinically appropriate, medical treatment options that are licensed and evidence-based in the UK. We discuss the full range with you in clinic.
Am I eligible?
Eligibility for the service is assessed at consultation. We follow UK clinical guidelines and consider the whole picture — not just a single number.
If after assessment you’re not a suitable candidate for medical treatment, we’ll explain why and discuss alternative approaches.
Why in-person? Other clinics do this online.
Because proper weight management involves examination, measurements, and an honest conversation that’s harder to have through a screen. Because eating-disorder screening and mental health screening work better face-to-face. Because the General Medical Council expects a meaningful clinical relationship before medical treatment is started.
Remote-only weight loss prescribing has been the subject of several regulatory rulings in the UK in 2024–2025. We’ve chosen to do this properly from the start.
Do you screen for eating disorders?
Yes, every patient, every time. We use validated screening tools as part of the initial assessment. If we identify concerns, we discuss them with you and may recommend specialist input before any medical treatment is considered.
This isn’t a barrier to access — it’s safe practice. A history of disordered eating doesn’t automatically exclude you from the service, but it changes how we approach it.
Can I have the consultation if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Medical weight loss treatments are not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. We can still see you for a general health review and lifestyle consultation, and discuss a plan for after your pregnancy/breastfeeding journey.
Will you write to my NHS GP?
With your consent, yes. We send a brief clinic letter so your full medical record stays joined-up. If you’d prefer we didn’t write to your GP, tell us at booking — we’ll respect that, though it does limit shared-care arrangements.
What about side effects?
All medical treatments carry risk. Side effects vary by treatment, dose, and individual. We discuss the specific risk profile of any recommended option in detail at the consultation, and you’ll be given written information to take away. You’re reviewed monthly so any issues can be addressed early.
How long does the service last?
That depends on your clinical situation and goals. Some patients are with us for several months, others longer-term. We don’t lock anyone into a contract — each monthly review is a separate clinical appointment.
What if I’m already on weight loss treatment from another clinic?
Please bring full documentation of your current treatment, including prescribing letters, dose history, monitoring records, and any side-effects experienced. We’ll review and, if appropriate, take over care. We don’t routinely transfer patients from remote-only providers without re-assessment.
This article is general health information, not personalised medical advice. Every person’s situation is different. If your symptoms persist, worsen, or worry you, see your NHS GP or contact us for a private consultation. In an emergency, call 999 or go to A&E. Authored and reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat, GMC-registered General Practitioner and Clinical Director at MHW Clinic.
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In-person, 45 minutes, £150. GMC-registered doctor. CQC-registered clinic. Whitechapel, central London.