It's important for patients to understand as much about their disease or medical condition as possible. The information that you find here on obesity has been written for the benefit of non-medical laypersons by Dr Tim Kenny BMedSci, MB BS, MRCGP, DCH who has had 10 years experience as a GP principal.
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For more information on obesity treatment or for a quotation for obesity surgery (bariatric surgery) complete our enquiry form. Your enquiry will be forwarded to three of our participating treatment providers.
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Looking for a weight loss solution, and considering joining a weight management (UK) programme, or thinking of obesity surgery?
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Read our guide to obesity surgery
Consult our Guide to Obesity Surgery, sponsored by BMI Healthcare, for advice on your suitability for obesity surgery and information on operations to treat obesity such as gastric banding, lap-band surgery and gastric bypass.