Weight Loss Care
Weight loss care involves understanding the reasons why weight may be difficult to manage and offering support to improve health and wellbeing. Your care will begin with a thorough assessment, including medical history and physical examination. You may be offered further tests, such as blood tests or imaging, to check for health conditions related to weight.
Integrated Support for Weight Loss
Because weight management is complex we provide integrated care from a team including:
Doctors – to review your health, explain treatment options, and guide your care.
Dietitians – to help you with safe and effective food choices.
Psychologists – to support your wellbeing, motivation, and behaviour change.
Physiotherapists – to advise on safe, personalised physical activity.
Nurses – to provide ongoing care, education, and coordination, and to support you throughout your treatment and recovery.
This team works together to provide you with a plan tailored to your needs.
Treatment Options for Weight Loss
Medical treatment
Some people may benefit from obesity management medicines that help reduce appetite and improve blood sugar control. These include GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Semaglutide (Wegovy®)or Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®). Your doctor will discuss whether these may be suitable for you.
Bariatric surgery
For some people weight loss surgery (such as gastric sleeve or bypass) may be considered. This can support significant, long-term weight loss, but requires commitment to lifestyle changes and ongoing follow-up.
If you have had weight loss surgery before you may benefit from further surgery. Revision procedures can help if weight loss has been incomplete, if weight regain occurs, or if complications arise.
Aftercare and Long-Term Support
Weight loss treatment is most effective when followed by ongoing care. This long-term, integrated approach helps ensure weight loss is safe, sustainable, and supports your overall health.
Follow up includes regular reviews to track your progress and management of nutritional requirements – monitoring vitamins, minerals, and protein intake to avoid deficiencies.
Your doctor will talk through the treatment options that might be right for you. The team will support you with information, guidance, and follow-up tailored to your situation.
Your weight loss care specialists are here to answer your questions and address any concerns.
What to Expect at Intus
Personalised, Professional Care at Every Step
We know that being over weight can impact daily life and seeking help can feel daunting. That’s why we take a collaborative, respectful approach to every patient interaction.
Your clinician will walk you through what to expect from any recommended procedures, recovery timelines, and follow-up care. We prioritise your understanding, your preferences, and your overall wellbeing.
From consultation to diagnosis and treatment, you’ll be supported by a team committed to delivering expert care with clarity and reassurance.
Accessible Care, Closer to Home
Weight loss care is currently only available at our Intus Dunedin location. We make it easy to access specialist care where and when you need it, with the option to self-refer or speak to your GP about a referral to Intus.
Find A Specialist
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Dr Nigel S. Rajaretnam
General, Oesophago-gastric & Endocrine Surgeon
