Medicspot

Medicspot: clinically supervised weight management in the UK

Medicspot is a clinician-led weight management service, founded in 2016 and part of the Doctor Care Anywhere group since 2026. Its programmes combine prescription medication when clinically appropriate, behavioural support, lifestyle guidance and nutritional advice, with the aim of helping people manage their weight safely and sustainably. All programmes are overseen by UK-registered doctors and follow current NICE and MHRA guidance.

The company presents itself as a service that has served more than 227,000 customers and has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 on Trustpilot. Its approach includes a clinical assessment before treatment, a personal health coach and access to a peer support community.

How the programme works

The process begins with an online assessment available 24 hours a day, in which the user provides their details. Clinicians review the assessment and offer the most appropriate options based on each person's preferences and health needs. If medication is prescribed, it is delivered to the home in discreet packaging with clear instructions.

From there, the member receives a personalised support plan that includes weekly one-to-one online sessions with a Medicspot health coach and access to a support community on WhatsApp. The company also offers a free online behaviour change course and a nutrition course to help with the transition when stopping medication.

Phased progression

The programme is structured in phases. In the first one to six months, the goal is to start losing weight sustainably with the support of the personal coach, rebuilding the relationship with food. According to the company's data, members lose an average of 2 stones and 3 pounds (approximately 14 kg) by month 6, although individual results vary.

Between months 6 and 12, the focus is on consolidating lasting habits. The treatment plan includes 12 months of personal coaching to help stop medication with confidence, with one-to-one support and practical strategies for managing busy weeks, social events or periods of stress. The company states that it offers 12 months of support after finishing treatment to members who have been with Medicspot for at least 4 months and who are no longer taking weight loss medication, following NICE guidance.

Results and clinical data

Medicspot states that more than 84% of its members start to see the number on the scale go down in their first month. It also notes that members lose an average of 18 pounds (8.2 kg) in the first 12 weeks, always with the caveat that individual results may vary. The company also mentions that its weight loss calculator is based on the results of a clinical study with 806 participants.

Treatments and support included

The company offers science-backed weight loss treatments that include coaching, behaviour change, lifestyle support and weight loss medication, the latter subject to an online consultation. The website catalogue indicated that Medicspot's weight loss programmes start from £3.18 per day.

Clinical support is aimed at minimising symptoms when reducing or stopping medication. The company also guarantees the monthly supply of medication through its medication guarantee, so that members do not have to worry about availability issues.

Team and clinical governance

The partner pharmacy and prescribing service is The Independent Pharmacy, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) number 9012559. The responsible pharmacist is Mr Ant Boysan BPharm, with registration number 2047716. All consultations and prescriptions are carried out by GPhC-registered medical practitioners, and the dispensing and shipping of medicines is completed by The Independent Pharmacy, a UK-licensed pharmacy registered with the GPhC.

The company presents itself as a service that combines medical care and human connection, with a personal, supportive, empathetic and honest approach towards each patient.