National Medical Weight Loss Programme
The staff at The Skin to Love Clinic have partnered with the National Medical Weight Loss Programme (NMWLP) to offer medical support and advice to patients who would like to lose weight, following training and advice from Dr Matt Capehorn, who has many years’ experience in treating obesity.
We have established an NMWLP clinic within our existing clinic.
How big is the problem in England?
In England, almost two-thirds of adults are living with excess weight for their height (BMI greater than 25kg/m2); this puts those people at risk from premature death and associated disease.
A 2019 health survey carried out in England stated that the total number of people overweight and obese was 64.3% of the population, with men being more likely to be in these categories than women (67.2% compared to 61.5%). This trend is rising.
One in eight people are morbidly obese categorised as a BMI of 40 and above.
It is estimated that, following current trends, by 2050 90% of adults in the UK will be overweight or obese.
What the programme offers
We will help to educate you in basic nutrition and the principles of weight loss.
We monitor your weight and blood pressure, and carry out a body mass analysis at each visit and support you to achieve your weight loss goals. For patients with a BMI of 30 and above they may benefit from prescribed medications that can help to reduce the cravings that often cause people to break a diet.
Doctors and nurses can use UK-licensed and FDA-approved medications to assist with weight loss. These are simple and painless injections that are administered regularly, which come in the form of easy-to-use pens, prefilled with medication.
If you would like to have a consultation, please click here and fill out the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
The medication administered with the pen works by mimicking the action of the body’s natural hormone GLP-1, which regulates appetite and food intake. GLP-1 is released in the gut after eating and makes you feel full, hence reducing appetite. It also delays the time it takes for the stomach to empty, keeping you full and satisfied for longer. The resulting feeling of being constantly full/satisfied leads to lower calorie intake and subsequent weight loss.
Standard Pen will last anywhere from 3 to 6 weeks depending on the dose required.
If you are suitable for the treatment, it will help you to:
- Control your appetite
- Curb hunger
- Suppress cravings
- Reduce portion sizes
- Release stored fat
- Lose weight
- Develop positive habits
Are there side effects?
Some patients will experience short-term side effects including:
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal discomfort
- Headache
Losing weight and managing to keep it off has many health benefits which include:
- Improving mental well-being
- Reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes
- Reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease
- Reducing the risk of 13 types of cancers
- Reducing the risk of COVID-19*
- Reducing the risk of muscular and skeletal disease
- Reducing the risk of premature death
*Excess Weight and COVID-19: Insights from new evidence, published 25th July 2020
Is it safe?
The short answer is: yes, it’s very safe. It has been fully trialled, tested and prescribed successfully on the NHS in the UK and fully FDA approved in the USA. It is proven to reduce your appetite and sugar cravings to help you lose weight.
Do I need to exercise?
Yes! Exercise will be helpful in the long run to get you healthier, but it does not mean you need to spend countless hours in the gym!
Physical activity has many more benefits than just burning excess calories – it improves your health on many levels including the release of ‘happy hormones’.
Find an activity you will enjoy. To start, aim to be active at least 5 days a week for 30 minutes each day. Activities can be as simple as brisk walking, cycling, dancing, swimming, doing yoga or Pilates, or simply marching on the spot.
Start slow and aim for 10,000 steps every day, even if this includes marching on the spot at home while watching TV.
Resistance training (bands, weight training) supports muscle mass which will have positive effects on metabolic rate after the desired weight loss. This can be added later on when you are comfortable with the 30-minute activity for 5 days a week.
Prior to attending the clinic, you will complete a health questionnaire to assess how we can support you; when you attend, your initial consultation will take 30 minutes.
Cost of consultation and monthly followup consultation: £25
Supply of medication per month: £250
To book a consultation, click the button below and fill out the form and we will be in contact as soon as possible.
What people have said...
Jane & Natalia were very informative and friendly. They were quickly able to diagnose my skin condition through facial scanning & recommended a skincare course for me. I was assured they are there to help with any questions along the way & with regular reviews too. My first time at this clinic and from when I walked in through the door I was greeted with a warm welcome by the front desk staff.
Soraya
15:20 04 Dec 20
Excellent service and treatment worked really well after second treatment. No more spider veins visible on my son's face. Staff very friendly and easy to talk to. Appointment very easy to make and rescheduling made very easy on day of appointment with no extra charge. Very satisfied customer!
Alison Chapelier
18:53 26 Nov 20
Great treatments, superb advice and wonderful products. Jane and her team are always very professional and make sure they giving accurate and meaningful advice for their client. I have loved going to the Skin to Love Clinic for more than 2 years and intend to continue for many years to come.
CHERYL Cook
08:56 24 Oct 20
I would recommend this place lovely staff and very helpful
charlie charlie
11:41 14 Oct 20
Perfect!
J
15:56 13 Oct 20
Julian Laite
15:36 09 Oct 20
Jane and the team are amazing. Always so welcoming and always remember you by name each time you go in. I started my skin journey back in early 2019 and I’ve never looked back. Whilst they offer a wide range of treatments they never employ pushy sales tactics and are careful to take all your needs into consideration before recommending a treatment - it’s usually me asking about a treatment and Jane will say whether it would or wouldn’t be good for what I want to achieve. I’ve entrusted them for everything from skin review to laser treatments, as well as Botox to hair removal. Service is second to none and would HIGHLY recommend!
Kara Courtier
08:09 05 Oct 20
Excellent treatments and always pleased with results. Professional and friendly, thank you.
Theresa Harding
22:45 01 Oct 20
Ross McBrearty
21:29 01 Oct 20
Paolo Armentano
13:54 26 Sep 20
Natalia was brilliant and really knowledgable. Felt very comfortable and left with a good grip on my options. Excellent Covid compliance also. Thank you
Emma Richardson
12:04 22 Sep 20
Marisa Rivero
16:52 10 Sep 20
I went to the clinic last week. I met Jane who explained the types of treatment to me. It was very clear and I opted for the reduction of fat from the abdomen and love handles.Today i had my first session and it was absolutely fantastic.Initially you can feel like a painful but bearable pinch on the abdomen. After five minutes everything becomes very quiet and you can do another activity like checking your email and maybe chat on the phone with a friend.Jane and Nathalie were great , kind , and very professional .I can t wait to do the second treatment to see the results . I highly recommend this Clinic 100%.Rita
Rita Chillemi
22:27 08 Sep 20
From the consultation to the end of the treatment, Natalia was kind, patient, understanding and extremely professional. She listened to my issues and then recommended the right treatment but put no pressure on me. Infact she encouraged me to have a think and do some research before i committed to anything. On the treatment table she explained everything she was doing and I could tell I was in very good hands. The procedure was uncomfortable and it could have been very easy to start panicking but she put me totally at ease and her confidence and professionalism meant that I had the utmost faith in her and my results were brilliant, far better than I had anticipated. Would throughout recommend her and the practice. 5 stars!
ZARAH LLOYD
15:27 04 Sep 20
Gemma
14:53 04 Sep 20
This was my first visit to the Skin to Love Clinic and I was very impressed by the treatment received. Natalia, the Cosmetic Practitioner who carried out my treatment was very professional and informative and carried out the treatment quickly and efficiently. Both Natalia and Lara the lady who took the booking were very welcoming. All in all it was a very pleasant experience.
Maria
17:04 20 Aug 20
Very pleased with the procedure I had. The staff were knowledgeable, reassuring and friendly. Their COVID-19 precautions were very good which made me feel safe.
Beeple Sauce
14:09 19 Aug 20
Always very professional and lovely experience.
Natalie Wakes
15:36 17 Aug 20
Andreea Fuioara
11:26 15 Aug 20
Extremely pleased with results and impeccable service in beautiful surroundings .Thank you .
Lee Moran
21:12 13 Aug 20
Anne Thomas
14:16 30 Jul 20
Always a pleasure to visit this salonJane and her team are so friendly ,professional and enthusiastic about their treatments.No high pressure sales here just information on treatments and products that you can go away and think about.Thank you all ,as ever
alison lee
15:59 26 Jul 20
Andria A
09:50 10 Jul 20
Tamsin
19:14 09 Jul 20
Debbie Moore
21:46 12 Mar 20
No fuss just a friendly and professional welcome and treatment.
Sally G
17:09 03 Mar 20
Had a consultation with Jane, who was very helpful with her recommendations & explanations. Gave me confidence in using the clinic
Mary Grindle
10:32 02 Mar 20
Amazing & very knowledgeable staff. Very informative in regards to how to use products and the products are very high quality. Not too expensive and already showing signs of improvement. Would highly, highly recommend.
Lucas Wagstaff
08:07 02 Mar 20
Amazing experience. Jane The dermatologist was knowledgeable but also caring, she gave me tailored advice and an aftercare plan. She made sure I knew what was going to happen and was comfortable throughout the whole procedure. She listened to my concerns and found ways to work with my situation, even gave me some stress ball to help with my nerves :). Looking forward to my next appointment.
Al Bo
16:01 23 Feb 20
had my first treatment today what a lovely experience. Can’t wait till I can see the results and my follow up treatment next month. Thank you Jane 😊
Jacqui Coleman
14:22 23 Feb 20
Thank you Jane, for the friendly professional way you looked at my skin problem with me, it was certainly a lot more in depth and informative than I was expecting, the before and after photos are testament to that the treatments you gave has almost removed all the scarring that acne left on my face. I cant thank you enough.— Brandon
Ian Nixon
16:19 22 Feb 20
Lisa Chapman
09:19 16 Feb 20
My therapist was very attentive listening and watching to check I was not uncomfortable.I felt confident in her hands due to her professionalism.
Rachel Moffat
07:25 14 Feb 20
Can’t speak highly enough of the team at the skin to love clinic. Everything from the consultation to the treatment is amazing and I’d highly recommend them
Geoffrey Banks-Smith
21:47 11 Feb 20
Alex Miles
12:48 28 Jan 20
I had 2 skin tags removed by my eyes made me feel very calm and was told what was going on lovely staff make you feel comfortable definitely recommend to anyone
amanda cooper
13:34 18 Jan 20
Pauline O'Brien
18:48 15 Jan 20
zoe traynor
17:06 11 Jan 20
Fantastic clinic. Lovely warm and welcoming team who really are experts in their field. My skin has never looked better! I highly recommend.
Hayley Naunton
18:52 03 Jan 20
I had my consultation with Jane today to discuss best treatment for my skin concerns. she was very knowledgable and informative and gave me the best options for my concerns. I was very happy, definitely recommend "Skin to Love Clinic".
Pari Nixon
15:29 27 Dec 19
I cannot recommend the team the innovation and treatments more highly than at the Skin To Love Clinic. They are at the cutting edge of beauty and have new ways and procedures that make your skin look beautiful. I've spent many years on Harley and Wimpole street and assumed you couldn't get this level of investment and treatments anywhere else but the Skin the Love clinic not only offer every top treatment but the Jane and Sue are so skillful and have a real eye for what will work for you. Their mini thread lift is incredible as is their 'vampire' treatment but skin since I have moved to St Albans has improved dramatically
Annie Lonie
01:08 25 Dec 19
Ranya jumah
15:49 22 Dec 19
Professional, warm and friendly clinic with amazing staff who make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive.
Olivia
08:37 21 Dec 19
Jane Gill
16:31 19 Dec 19
The staff are friendly, professional and very helpful.Dr Critchow’s knowledge is second to none. I highly recommend this service
Ifrah Ali
18:08 17 Dec 19
Excellent advice, Service and treatment. I’m really happy with the outcome of a procedure to deal with a cosmetic blemish that bothered me for years.
Simon Mitchell
07:31 17 Dec 19
The nurse who saw me was excellent - friendly, professional and sympathetic to my condition. I was treated with respect and felt extremely comfortable and reassured throughout the appointment. I would thoroughly recommend Skintolove to anyone with a concerning skin condition.
Paul Jones
16:44 14 Dec 19
Nour Agha
18:07 03 Dec 19
excellent would highly recommend
Jeanette Howells
17:09 26 Nov 19
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