Initial conversation
Ask about consultation availability, format and fees. Discuss what you are looking for before choosing a next step.
Support starts with understanding.
Understand the assessment process for adult weight-management concerns. Explore questions, individual considerations and consultation enquiries without promises of treatment.
Weight management is not simply about a number on the scales. Health history, daily routines, sleep, emotional wellbeing and previous experiences can all matter when considering support.
A clinical consultation is an opportunity to discuss the whole picture, explore appropriate approaches and understand their limitations. The outcome may be advice, further assessment or referral; a particular treatment is never automatic.
How a consultation journey can work
Individual assessment
A clinician considers relevant health history, previous experiences and individual circumstances. BMI is only one part of the picture.
An appropriate direction
Explore suitable approaches, alternatives, evidence, risks and costs. Take time to reflect; no particular treatment is promised.
Review & longer-term planning
Discuss whether follow-up is appropriate, how concerns would be reviewed and when further assessment or referral may be needed.
Explore the whole picture
Health & clinical assessment
Explore weight-related health concerns in the context of your individual history and circumstances, rather than appearance alone.
- Relevant health and treatment history
- Individual risks and suitability
- Assessment or referral where appropriate
Daily life & sustainable habits
Eating patterns, movement, sleep and practical barriers are useful areas to discuss when considering support that fits your life.
- Realistic goals and practical barriers
- Questions about nutrition and activity
- Support from appropriate professionals
Review & informed choices
Understand the scope of any proposed service, how it would be reviewed and what alternatives remain available to you.
- Potential benefits and limitations
- Clear costs and review arrangements
- Time to decide without pressure
Individual suitability
Things you may want to discuss
- Weight-related health concerns you want to discuss
- Previous experiences and practical barriers
- Relevant health history and current treatments
- Questions about appropriate support and alternatives
When to seek appropriate advice
- Under 18: use age-appropriate clinical advice
- Pregnant or breastfeeding: speak with your maternity team or GP
- Suspected or diagnosed eating disorder: seek appropriate specialist advice
- Complex health needs: further assessment or referral may be needed
These are discussion points, not an eligibility checklist. A clinician must assess your individual circumstances; the adult BMI calculator cannot approve or exclude you for a treatment.
What to discuss about support
These are useful questions about a proposed service, not confirmed programme inclusions.
Individual assessment
Ask who will assess your health, what information is needed and how clinical suitability is considered.
A clear written plan
Ask how the proposed approach, alternatives, risks and next steps would be explained and recorded.
Nutrition & lifestyle guidance
Ask what guidance is available, who provides it and whether another qualified professional would be involved.
Appropriate reviews
Ask about any review schedule, what is monitored and when the approach should be reconsidered.
Contact & concerns
Ask how to contact the clinic, the response arrangements and what to do if a concern is urgent.
Longer-term support
Ask about appropriate resources, maintaining changes and support when a service ends.
BMI calculator
Use metric or imperial measurements. BMI is calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in metres squared. Measurements stay in the browser tab and are not saved or sent to the clinic. This adult tool does not diagnose illness or assess treatment eligibility. Do not use during pregnancy, with a suspected or diagnosed eating disorder or with a condition affecting height.
Use the private adult BMI calculatorCosts and arrangements
Initial consultation
Ask about the consultation fee, format, duration and what is covered before arranging an appointment.
Any ongoing service
Ask for clear information about any proposed service, separate charges and review costs. No programme price is confirmed here.
Reviews & cancellation
Ask whether follow-up is included, how changes or cancellations are handled, and whether additional costs could arise.
No free consultation, programme price or package inclusion is promised here.
Your consultation preparation guide
Before your first conversation
Think about what you want to understand and what appropriate support would mean for you. You do not need to select a treatment before an assessment.
- Ask whether consultations are currently available
- Confirm the format, fees and who you will meet
- Keep health details for the clinical assessment, not the general enquiry form
During an assessment
A clinician can consider your history, concerns and circumstances. Be open about previous experiences and ask how individual factors inform any recommendation.
- Discuss relevant health and current treatment history
- Ask about options, evidence, risks and alternatives
- Remember that further assessment or referral may be appropriate
Before deciding
Take time to understand what is being proposed and whether it fits your circumstances. You can ask for information in writing and choose not to proceed.
- Confirm costs, service scope and any review arrangements
- Ask what happens if your circumstances change
- Avoid decisions based on a BMI number or a promised result
Looking further ahead
Consider how concerns would be reviewed and which resources or professional support may be useful over time. Any follow-up should reflect your individual needs.
- Know how to contact the appropriate clinical team
- Ask about reviews, referral and support when a service ends
- Seek urgent medical care for urgent symptoms, not an online reply
Your questions
What is medical weight management?
It is a clinical approach to assessing weight-related concerns and discussing suitable support. It should take account of individual health and circumstances, not just appearance or a desired weight.
Does my BMI make me eligible for treatment?
No. BMI is one screening measure and cannot determine treatment eligibility. Age, health history, other conditions, current treatments and individual risks also need consideration.
What might a consultation cover?
Your health history, goals and previous experiences may be discussed alongside eating patterns, activity and other factors. You can ask about possible approaches, limitations, alternatives, costs and whether further assessment or referral is needed.
Do I have to visit in person?
Ask Willoway about current consultation availability and format. No in-person or remote assessment service is confirmed on this page. The appropriate format depends on the service and your individual circumstances.
What support is included?
Ask about the scope of any service, reviews, nutrition or lifestyle guidance and contact arrangements. The support topics on this page are questions to discuss, not confirmed programme inclusions.
How much does it cost?
Consultation fees and any ongoing service or review costs must be confirmed directly with the clinic. No free consultation or programme price is promised on this page.
Are results guaranteed?
No. Individual responses and circumstances vary. There is no guaranteed amount or rate of weight change, and the right approach may change following assessment.
Can I change my mind?
You can choose not to proceed following a discussion. If you decide to arrange a service, ask for its cancellation and refund terms before agreeing or paying.
Is the student portal a weight-management patient portal?
No. Willoway’s student portal is for courses. It does not provide medical progress tracking, clinical messaging or a weight-management programme. Ask the clinic about any appropriate patient arrangements separately.
How do I arrange a conversation with Willoway?
Use the general enquiry form to ask about weight-management consultation availability and scope. Please do not include weight measurements, health details or medical records. Current appointment formats, fees and any ongoing support should be confirmed directly with the clinic.
What if I am pregnant, under 18 or concerned about an eating disorder?
This page is adult general information, not an assessment pathway for those circumstances. Do not use the adult BMI calculator during pregnancy or with a suspected or diagnosed eating disorder. Speak with your GP, maternity team or an appropriate specialist for advice.
