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Independent nurse prescribers are answering more patient questions about GLP-1 receptor agonists than at any point in the past five years, and the regulatory expectations have moved on too. Whether you prescribe in a primary care role, a private weight management service, or an aesthetic clinic adding a medical pathway, the rules for 2026 deserve […]
Mid-May is the point at which most healthcare professionals realise their CPD revalidation 2026 portfolio is either quietly building or quietly slipping. The good news is that mid-year is the right time to course-correct. The four months between now and the autumn give you enough room to plan a structured set of activities, gather the […]
Obesity significantly increases the risk of severe infection, hospitalisation, and mortality, not just long-term chronic disease
The Expectation Gap in Weight Management Social media, celebrity endorsements, and sensationalised news coverage have created unrealistic expectations around GLP-1 weight loss treatments. Many patients arrive at consultations expecting rapid, dramatic weight loss with minimal effort or side effects. When reality does not match these expectations, adherence drops, dissatisfaction rises, and clinical outcomes suffer. Practitioners […]
Why GLP-1 Clinics Are in Demand The demand for medically supervised weight management has grown substantially across the UK. With GLP-1 receptor agonists now widely recognised as effective tools in obesity treatment, patients are actively seeking practitioners who can prescribe and monitor these therapies safely. For healthcare professionals, establishing a dedicated GLP-1 weight management clinic […]
GLP-1 receptor agonists have become central to modern weight management and diabetes care, yet practitioners often find themselves answering questions about side effects without consistent, evidence-based guidance. MJ Clinical Training, founded by pharmacists Mo Ahmad and Jella Kang, recognises that informed practitioners deliver better patient outcomes. This guide provides the clinical perspective you need to […]
Weight management is no longer a simple conversation around diet and exercise. Across the UK, healthcare and wellbeing practitioners are increasingly expected to understand more structured, evidence-based approaches that align with current guidance and patient expectations. For many professionals, the challenge is not a lack of interest — it’s keeping up. Clinical pathways evolve, guidance […]
Across the UK, weight management has become one of the most significant public health challenges facing healthcare professionals today. Rising rates of obesity and weight-related health conditions mean practitioners are increasingly expected to understand how weight management pathways work and how they fit into wider healthcare strategies. Weight management is no longer viewed purely as […]
In recent years, weight management conversations in healthcare and wellbeing settings have changed dramatically. Practitioners across a wide range of disciplines are reporting the same experience: patients are arriving informed, curious, and often with very specific questions about weight management options. This growing awareness has created a new challenge. In many cases, patient demand is […]
In UK healthcare and wellbeing practice, few principles are as important as evidence-led decision-making. As expectations around safety, accountability, and outcomes continue to rise, practitioners are increasingly required to demonstrate not only competence, but how that competence is maintained. Evidence-led training sits at the centre of this responsibility. In weight management and wider clinical practice, […]