Some patients explore injectable GLP-1 therapies; others are candidates for bariatric surgery pathways through surgical programs. The decision involves BMI, comorbidities, prior attempts, surgical risk, and preference after specialist counseling.
| Theme | GLP-1 medical programs | Bariatric surgery pathways |
|---|---|---|
| Invasiveness | Medication + lifestyle | Surgical procedure + lifelong follow-up |
| Access | Private clinics / virtual; some public diabetes pathways | Specialist referral systems; wait times vary |
| Reversibility of approach | Can often stop meds under care | Anatomic change — specialist domain |
This directory focuses on medical weight-loss clinic matching, not surgical booking. Ask your GP about surgical referral criteria when relevant. Medical side: programs · Ozempic path.
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