Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about consultations, prescribing, support and what to expect from doctor led care.
What is The Weight Care Clinic?
The Weight Care Clinic is a doctor led, CQC registered online clinic providing personalised care across private GP services, medical weight management, hormonal health and wellbeing.
How are consultations carried out?
All consultations are conducted remotely via secure video or telephone, allowing convenient access across the UK.
Who will I speak to?
You will speak with a qualified doctor who will assess your concerns and guide your care.
What services do you offer?
We provide private GP services, medical weight care, hormonal and female health support, and wellbeing and lifestyle guidance.
Do you offer follow up support?
Yes. Ongoing support, monitoring and follow up are central to our approach.
Can you prescribe medication?
Yes, where clinically appropriate following a full medical assessment.
How quickly can I be seen?
We aim to offer timely appointments, often within a few days.
Will I be prescribed treatment?
Treatment is only prescribed where clinically appropriate following a full doctor assessment. Our priority is your safety and long term health.
Is this just medication?
No. Our approach includes doctor monitoring, support and lifestyle guidance to ensure safe and sustainable results.
What if I have tried everything before?
Many patients feel this way. Often there are underlying factors such as hormones or metabolism that need a more personalised, medical approach.
Why do I need a consultation first?
This allows us to assess your health properly and ensure any treatment is safe and suitable for you.
What am I paying for?
You are paying for doctor led care, including assessment, planning, monitoring and ongoing support, not just a prescription.
How quickly will I receive treatment?
Where appropriate, treatment is arranged promptly following your consultation and payment.
Will I be supported after I start?
Yes. We provide ongoing monitoring and guidance throughout your journey.
Can I access this service from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. Consultations are online, and prescriptions are arranged through our regulated pharmacy partners.
Do you offer menopause-related weight management?
Yes. We provide specialist treatment for hormonal, metabolic and menopause-related weight changes, all medically overseen.
What if I have side effects?
You will have direct doctor-led support. If side effects occur, we can adjust the dose, switch medication or provide supportive care.
Are the medications injections or tablets?
Some treatments are injections and others are oral tablets. Your doctor will recommend the best option based on your health and goals.
Do you inform my GP?
With your consent, we can send a GP notification letter for continuity of care, especially when prescribing medication.
How do I know if I am eligible?
Eligibility is based on BMI, medical history, current medication, symptoms and risk factors. Your doctor will guide you through this during your consultation.
What medications do you prescribe?
Your doctor will discuss GLP-1 medications and other clinically appropriate options based on your medical needs. We only prescribe licensed, UK-regulated treatments.
What makes your clinic different from other online weight-loss services?
We are doctor-led, CQC registered, and every treatment is prescribed, monitored and managed by a GMC-registered doctor. No unsafe shortcuts, just regulated, evidence-based medical care.
Still Unsure?
Booking a consultation is the best first step. We will guide you honestly and only recommend what is right for you.
