Gympie Road Medical Centre offers a comprehensive weight loss program focusing on long-term health. General Practitioners are uniquely positioned to guide patients through effective, scientifically proven weight loss options, including lifestyle changes, medications, and surgery.

 

Our team of qualified professionals will create a personalized plan to fit your lifestyle and deliver results. The program begins with an initial assessment by our GPs who specialise in weight management, and some are a member of the GP Weight Loss Alliance (GPWLA).  

 

We adopt a multidisciplinary approach to weight management. Our program is intensive for the first twelve weeks and you will have multiple visits by a health professional. After your initial assessment, you may be referred to our dietitians and exercise physiologists for professional, medically proven solutions, support, and tailored dietary and exercise programs. 

Regular follow-ups will ensure your progress toward achieving your goals. Additionally, qualified clinical psychologists are available for counseling and support, as advised by your doctor.

 

Here are some key weight loss tips:

Lifestyle Changes:

The first step is committing to lifestyle adjustments. To lose weight, you need to consume less energy than your body uses and increase physical activities.  These can be achieved by modifying your diet, increasing exercise, and changing behaviors that have contributed to weight gain or hindered weight loss. Your doctor may refer you to a psychologist, counselor, or behavioral therapist for assistance.

 

Weight Loss Medications:

Weight-reducing medications can be incorporated into an overall weight loss program that includes diet, exercise, and behavior changes. Several weight loss medications are approved for use in Australia. Please consult our doctors to discuss your options.

 

Weight Loss Surgery:

Surgical treatments are typically considered a last resort for individuals with a high BMI, as they are expensive and can be difficult to access. However, they are effective for severely obese individuals.