Losing weight is often challenging, especially if factors like appetite, hormones, insulin resistance, medications, sleep, or health conditions are making it harder. At the Obesity and Weight Loss Clinic at King\u2019s College Hospital London in Dubai, we focus on more than just the number on the scale. We work to understand what might be influencing your weight and overall health.<\/p>\n
Our clinic is part of KIDEO, the King\u2019s Institute of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity. Here, patients get support from experienced consultants. This may include nutrition advice, lifestyle changes, treatment for related health issues, and prescription weight loss medications like Wegovy or Mounjaro when needed.<\/p>\n
Our goal is not just quick weight loss without support. We want to help you achieve real, lasting results while keeping your metabolic health safe.<\/p>\n
Obesity is a long-term health condition where extra body fat can affect your well-being. Many things can play a role, such as genetics, how your appetite is controlled, hormones, metabolism, sleep, medications, eating habits, activity levels, and your environment.<\/p>\n
As a first step, you doctor may use the body mass index (BMI) as a first step to check weight, but it doesn\u2019t tell the whole story. They may also look at your waist size, body composition, medical history, blood tests, and whether your weight is linked to other health issues.<\/p>\n
Obesity may increase the risk of:<\/p>\n
An obesity and weight loss clinic offers medical support for people who have found it hard to lose weight or keep it off.<\/p>\n
At King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai, we start your care with a thorough assessment. Instead of suggesting a diet or injection right away, your doctor will explore why losing weight may have been challenging for you.<\/p>\n
Your first appointments may include:<\/p>\n
You don\u2019t have to wait for a serious health problem before reaching out for help.<\/p>\n
An assessment may be helpful if:<\/p>\n
There isn\u2019t one treatment that works for everyone. Your care will be based on your BMI, medical history, past treatments, related health issues, and what you prefer.<\/p>\n
Treatment may include nutrition planning, physical activity guidance, behavioral support, treatment of underlying hormonal or metabolic conditions, and medical weight management.<\/p>\n
Some patients may be suitable for prescription medications that influence appetite and fullness. These include GLP-1 receptor agonists and medicines that act on more than one appetite-related hormone pathway.<\/p>\n
GLP-1 is a hormone your body naturally releases after you eat. It helps signal that you are full, slows how quickly food leaves the stomach, and plays a role in controlling blood sugar. Medications that work on this pathway are designed to help reduce appetite, making it easier for some people to eat less and lose weight as part of a supervised treatment plan.<\/p>\n
Wegovy contains semaglutide and is used as part of a medical weight management program alongside dietary changes and physical activity. Mounjaro contains tirzepatide, which acts on both GIP and GLP-1 receptors. King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai currently provides dedicated services covering both Wegovy and Mounjaro treatment.<\/p>\n
Depending on your assessment, your doctor may discuss options such as:<\/p>\n
These medications aren\u2019t right for everyone and should only be used with a doctor\u2019s supervision. Before prescribing, your doctor will check for any reasons you shouldn\u2019t take them, possible side effects, interactions, pregnancy plans, and your personal or family medical history.<\/p>\n
Treatment usually begins at a low dose. The dose may then be increased gradually, depending on the specific medicine and how your body responds.<\/p>\n
During follow-up, your clinical team may monitor:<\/p>\n
Medication works best as part of a bigger plan. You\u2019ll still need enough protein, balanced nutrition, regular activity, and a way to keep your results over time. If you stop treatment without a plan to maintain your progress, you might regain weight. Your doctor will talk with you about long-term care instead of using medication as a short-term solution.<\/p>\n
The best doctors for obesity and weight loss in Dubai are Dr. Emran Ghaffar Khan, Dr. Momin Kamal Shah, Dr. Sakina Koubeh, and Dr. Hammad Bajwa at King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai.<\/p>\n
Dr. Emran Ghaffar Khan is a Consultant Endocrinologist and Clinical Director of KIDEO, the King\u2019s Institute of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Obesity. He has more than 30 years of specialist experience and a particular interest in medical weight management, including newer GLP-1 and combined GIP\/GLP-1 therapies where appropriate.<\/p>\n
The wider endocrinology team can assess obesity alongside diabetes, insulin resistance, thyroid conditions, PCOS, and other hormonal or metabolic concerns.<\/p>\n
At King\u2019s, our doctors understand how weight, hormones, diabetes, and long-term metabolic health are connected.<\/p>\n
Through KIDEO, patients can receive coordinated support from endocrinologists, dietitians, diabetes specialists, and other hospital teams when needed. If medical treatment alone is not the right option, your doctor can also arrange an assessment for endoscopic or bariatric weight loss procedures.<\/p>\n
Most importantly, your treatment is based on a careful clinical assessment. We focus on what\u2019s safe and realistic for you, instead of giving everyone the same plan.<\/p>\n
To book an appointment with the Obesity and Weight Loss Clinic at King\u2019s College Hospital Dubai, call 800 7777, complete the online appointment form, or book through the KingsHub app.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":33936,"parent":7990,"menu_order":0,"template":"","service-category":[],"class_list":["post-33436","service","type-service","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t