Delivering NHS obesity services

Professor McGowan brings exceptional experience and insight in her roles as a Consultant and Honorary Reader in Diabetes and Endocrinology at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, the R&D Lead for the Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Nutrition and Obesity at GSTT, and as a Professor at King’s College London. Her leadership ensures Roczen is at the forefront of evidence-based, clinically led weight management and obesity care.

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Dr Patel is a world-leading Endocrinology and Diabetes Consultant Physician. With specialised expertise in diabetes (Type 2), thyroid disorders, parathyroid disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal disease and cardiovascular risk, Dr. Patel strives to advance breakthrough treatment options. As a principal investigator at University College London, his research contributions have included examining diabetes-related cardiovascular disease mechanisms and prevention through clinical trials.

A SCOPE-certified medical doctor in obesity management (conferred by the World Obesity Federation), Laura is an advocate for specialised obesity care. With experience in digital healthcare and clinical governance, she strongly supports improving patient access to services through healthtech and innovation, collaborating with NHS partners to drive these advancements.

Leads our clinical team of doctors, nurses, dietitians and psychologists who will support patients throughout, from the initial steps and regular check-ins to prescribing weight-loss medication.

Nurses like Jorge are key members of the multidisciplinary team, working directly with patients to safely guide and support them through their clinical programme. They provide expert oversight and monitor patients to ensure they are on track to achieve their goals.

With extensive experience of supporting the psychological needs of NHS patients, Daniela brings her wealth of expertise to Roczen, leading our psychological pathways and chairing the Psychological Multidisciplinary Meetings.

A nationally renowned specialist weight-management dietitian and researcher, Adrian designs our clinical protocols based on the latest research to ensure our patients follow a healthy diet that supports and optimises their health. Adrian believes in the equality of patient care, having published extensively on the impact of weight stigma and discrimination.

As qualified health coaches, our mentors regularly interact with patients in peer-to-peer groups, offering day-to-day support across all our programmes, hosting webinars and facilitating constructive discussions.

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