Obesity Medicine Specialist

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• MMed in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine or other relevant field from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Sub-specialty/fellowship training or certification in Obesity Medicine/Endocrinology/Metabolism or equivalent qualification recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
  
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
  
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
  
• Valid Indemnity Cover.
  
• Proficiency in computer applications.
  
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
  

• Conduct holistic assessments including metabolic, nutritional, psychological, and lifestyle factors.
  
• Deliver individualized treatment plans including pharmacotherapy, lifestyle interventions, and behaviour change support.
  
• Coordinate care pathways with endocrinology, bariatric surgery, dietetics, psychology, and physiotherapy.
  
• Screen for and manage obesity-related comorbidities (e.g., T2DM, NAFLD, OSA, hypertension).
  
• Prepare and optimize patients for metabolic/bariatric procedures and deliver post-operative medical follow-up.
  
• Support group education, digital tools, and long-term weight maintenance strategies.
  
• Participate in audits, outcomes tracking, and research in obesity medicine.
  
• Teach and mentor staff on evidence-based obesity care and stigma-free communication.