Blog: What is a Weight Loss Clinic and Do they Work? 

Weight Loss Clinics

If you are struggling to lose weight and are looking for safe, supportive and effective treatment, then here is how an expert weight loss clinic can help you. Around 1 in every 4 adults in the UK is living with obesity and losing weight can be a very real struggle. 

If you are a person who has tried diet after diet and different exercise plans without seeing results, don’t worry you are not alone. The journey to a healthier weight can be incredibly frustrating, especially when the weight loss methods you’ve tried haven’t worked or are not sustainable. 
This is where a weight loss clinic can help you.

If you've been searching for different ways to lose weight, you may have come across weight loss clinics. But you may be unsure what they offer, and more importantly, if they work. 
So, what is a weight loss clinic and how could they help you? Read on to find out. 

What is a Weight Loss Clinic?

A weight loss clinic is designed to help you achieve your weight loss goals through a medically supervised approach. 

Unlike fad diets or over-the-counter supplements, these clinics provide professional guidance, personalised treatment plans, and long-term support to help you lose weight safely, and keep it off. 

There are of course many types of weight loss clinics that will offer different treatment options, ranging from nutrition plans to surgery. 

That’s why it's important when deciding on the right clinic for you to do your research. Don’t just focus on shedding those excess pounds, but on improving your overall health and wellbeing. If you are taking weight loss medication of any kind, make sure that it is always be administered by qualified healthcare professionals. 

What Types of Weight Loss Treatment Are Available?  

When it comes to weight loss treatments, there are many different options available, including a combination of diet, exercise, behavioural therapy, and in some cases, medical interventions. 

The main goal is to provide you with structured, evidence-based treatments to support your weight loss journey. One of the most effective treatments for those who are struggling with obesity are weight loss injections.

You may have heard about these online or in the media. These treatments work by regulating your appetite and increasing your feeling of fullness. 

Whilst these are not suitable for everyone, when used under medical supervision they are incredibly effective, so make sure you are assessed by doctor prior to using this type of treatment. 

Do Weight Loss Clinics Really Work?

Yes, weight loss clinics are highly effective. Many people find that the professional support, treatment and guidance they receive from a weight loss clinic makes it easier for them to not only lose weight, but to keep it off compared to when they attempt to do it on their own.

That’s why with the right plan in place and ongoing doctor-led support, you can expect to see results. 
You might be wondering how a weight loss clinic differs from other weight management solutions. The key difference is the level of professional support and medical supervision provided to you. 

A weight loss clinic can provide a wider range of medications than you can buy over the counter, in a safe and controlled manner and under the supervision of doctors. This provides you with additional support, ensuring that your health and welfare are always a priority during your weight loss journey. 
It’s not simply about losing weight but improving your health outcome, and enhancing your quality of life. Taking a holistic approach ensures that your weight management plan helps you to create healthy habits that last a lifetime.

So, if you were wondering ‘what is a weight loss clinic’, now you know.
It’s a place that offers comprehensive weight loss treatment, to help you achieve real, sustainable results.

Is a Weight Loss Clinic Right for Me? 

Whether a weight loss clinic is right and what treatment you will receive will depend on a variety of factors. This can include: 

• Your BMI 
• If you are struggling to lose weight through other methods
• Whether you have current health issues
• If you are undergoing other treatments
• The possible side effects of the treatment 

Remember, obesity can cause many different health issues from high blood pressure and sleep issues to chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and in some cases, certain cancers. 

So, it's important to get the treatment you need, to avoid these issues or stop them from getting worse. 

What Makes Our Weight Loss Clinic Different?

Our clinic is a doctor-led service that is tailored to fit your specific weight loss goals, always with long-term success in mind. Unlike other weight loss clinics which are solely based online we offer in person appointments.

This offers a far more supportive and personalised experience and is all part of the person-centred healthcare we provide. 

Our clinic’s team is led by our Clinical Director Dr Miriam Malak, an expert in lifestyle medicine, along with nurses who are specially trained in weight loss treatments. 

At SDHC we are dedicated to helping you achieve your weight loss goals safely and confidently through our supported weight management service.

This service is part of our private healthcare services that include private GP appointments for the East Sussex community.

Read our blog on what to expect from your first private GP appointment to find out more about this service.  

If you've been struggling to lose weight and are looking for a solution that's personalised, medically supervised, and supportive then we are here to help. 

Complete our short online questionnaire now to see whether you are eligible for our weight loss service and take the first steps to a happier, healthier you.

Published: Oct 30, 2024