In the UK it is estimated that 1 in every 4 adults are living with obesity¹.

Body Mass Index (BMI) is the most widely used method to check if your body weight is healthy. To check your own BMI, click the button below - all you need is your body weight in kilograms and height in metres.

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Use the below table to help you interpret your own BMI:

BMI RANGE DEFINITION
< 18.5 Underweight
18.5 to 24.9 Healthy weight
25 to 29.9 Overweight
30 to 39.9 Obese
40+ Severely Obese

At MediCare Pharmacy Group, our pharmacists offer weight loss consultations. Based on your clinical needs, a personalised plan will be developed, which may include treatment if suitable. Pricing for private services will be discussed during your consultation.

How does the MediCare Weight Loss Service Work?

You can book an appointment with one of our trained weight management pharmacists at a time and location that suits you.

During your consultation:

  • We’ll measure your height, weight, and if appropriate, waist circumference and blood pressure.
  • You’ll be asked about your medical history, lifestyle, and goals.
  • Our pharmacist will use this information to create a tailored weight management plan for you.

All consultations take place face-to-face in a private room at your chosen MediCare Pharmacy.

Who is suitable for the MediCare Weight Loss Service? 

Those individuals who are defined as obese (BMI 30 kg/m2) or those individuals who are defined as overweight (BMI 27 kg/m2) with another weight related condition for example high blood pressure.

What treatments are available through the MediCare Weight Loss Service?

To learn more about treatment options available through the MediCare Weight Loss Service, please click HERE. 

Which locations offer the MediCare Weight Loss Service?

You can access our service at 15 convenient locations across Northern Ireland. To find your nearest clinic and begin your weight loss journey today, click the "Book Now" button below.

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