Obesity Medicine course summary

Obesity medicine is evolving rapidly as the evidence base grows and pharmacological treatments become part of core care. This brings new possibilities for supporting patients, while also raising important questions and challenges for clinicians about how evidence can be applied in real-world primary care.

 

This one-day online obesity CPD course brings together the latest evidence and research on obesity care, emerging pharmacological treatments and practical behaviour-change approaches.

 

Through case-based learning and discussion, you'll explore approaches to weight management, understand where newer treatments fit alongside lifestyle support, and build greater confidence and clinical skills needed to apply evidence-based obesity treatment strategies that support long-term patient health in everyday practice. 

What we cover

  • Understanding obesity: explore the underlying pathophysiology and social determinants
  • Changing pharmacological landscape: gain insights into the mechanisms, safety profiles and clinical applications of new obesity medications, including the practicalities of prescribing
  • Case-based learning: analyse real-world examples and patient scenarios to see how emerging therapies are applied in practice, plus hear patient insights as they share their experiences
  • Lifestyle and behavioural interventions: learn strategies for integrating nutritional counselling, physical activity, sleep hygiene and behavioural therapy into treatment plans
  • Managing comorbidities: understand the relationship between obesity and related conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and mental health
  • Confident conversations and coaching skills: learn from behaviour-change experts Dr Hart and Dr Williams, with practical tips to help you embed coaching frameworks into clinical practice.

Who is the Obesity Medicine course designed for

This course is ideal for:

  • GPs 
  • GP Registrars
  • Clinical Pharmacists
  • Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Practice Nurses
  • Paramedics
  • Social Prescribers
  • Dieticians
  • Physiotherapists
  • Occupational therapists
  • Mental health professionals.

Designed for the whole primary care team, this course is suitable for anyone seeking to build their knowledge in this increasingly prevalent area of primary care. 

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Meet the team

Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi 

GP and Lifestyle Medicine and Obesity Medicine Course Lead

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Dr Kate Grint

GP and Red Whale Clinical Director

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Dr Sara Wood 

GP and Red Whale Clincian

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Dr Lee David

GP and Mental Health and CAMH Course Lead

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Dr Lucy Cox 

GP and Women's Health, Menopause and Sexual Health and Contraception Course Lead

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Dr Jackie Dominey 

GP and Red Whale Clinician

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Dr Nik Kendrew

GP and Podcast Lead

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Dr Susan Waldron

GP and Urgent and On-The-Day Primary Care Course Lead

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Red Whale Knowledge included

All of our full day courses come with 12 months membership to Red Whale Knowledge. It’s a super handy, trusted year-round learning resource!

 

What’s included:

  • 900+ online resources with super‑fast search  
  • Clear, practical summaries for real-world primary care
  • Dozens of GEMS (Guidelines and Evidence Made Simple)
  • Regularly updated content throughout the year  
  • Concise, clinician-centred learning when you need it
  • CPD tracker with optional FourteenFish linkup. 

 

Ideal for you if…   
You want quick, trusted, resources to support safe, confident practice

Ready to buy our Obesity Medicine: Weight Management, GLP-1s and Beyond… course?

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£210

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£39.95 per month

(12 month minimum term)
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What our customers say about our courses

“ Brilliantly thorough covering topics well outside of what I expected in relation to obesity, which just shows how multi faceted it is as a topic. ”
“ Very clear, engaging and comprehensive. really enjoyed the patient point of view and the many case scenarios. ”
“ Fantastic course, covered so many different aspects, so wide ranging. Discussion of anti-obesity drugs really useful. ”

Frequently asked questions

Is the course available on demand?

Yes. You can choose to attend a live online event or access the course on demand.

How long will I have access?

You'll receive access according to your selected purchase option, plus one year of Red Whale Knowledge.

Is this course suitable for non-GPs?

Yes. The course is suitable for a range of healthcare professionals interested in weight management and obesity medicine.

Will I learn about GLP-1 medications?

Yes. We cover the clinical applications, safety profiles and prescribing practicalities of newer obesity medications.

Team learning for healthcare professionals

Whether you're organising learning for a practice, PCN, ICB, Training Hub or wider organisation, we can deliver the Obesity Medicine: Weight Management, GLP-1s and Beyond… course in a way that meets your local needs.

 

  • Tailor timings and emphasis to your local needs and priorities  
  • Reduce admin by letting our team handle registrations, reminders and certificates  
  • Combine this course with other Red Whale topics, like Lifestyle Medicine, to create a bespoke programme
  • Support multidisciplinary team training in obesity management across primary care.
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