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Professor Carel Le Roux

Metabolic Medicine in South London and Dublin

MBChB MSC FRCP FRCPath PhD
GMC: 4366094

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Obesity
Pre-diabetes
Weight loss
Diabetes
Diabetes diet
Metabolic syndrome
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Professional statement

Professor Carel le Roux is an award-winning specialist in metabolic medicine and is recognised as a leading expert in metabolism and obesity. His areas of expertise include type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular risk and metabolic disorders.


Professor le Roux holds clinics in Dublin, Ireland and practices regularly at King's College Hospital Guthrie Clinic, London. 


He has published numerous high-impact papers over the years and has also been able to take up a variety of editorial positions in peer-reviewed journals. 


Professor le Roux established a successful independent research group and his research in the understanding of the physiological role and pathological changes in appetite control has been widely acknowledged for his analysis in this area.

 

 

Clinics

The Guthrie Wing, Kings College Hospital
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    The Guthrie Wing, Kings College Hospital

    South London, Denmark Hill, Brixton, SE5 9RS

    Medical insurances accepted

    Bupa
    AXA
    AVIVA
    Cigna
    WPA
    Simply Health
    I'm paying for myself
    Allianz

Credentials

Professional experience

  • 30 years of experience
  • Consultant in Metabolic Medicine, King's College London Gutherie Clinic (as of July 2018)
  • Medical Director and Head of Weight Management Clinic, Medfit Proactive Healthcare, Dublin, Ireland (present)
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Subspecialties

  • Cholesterol
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes diet
  • Diet therapy
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Hypertension
  • Ketogenic diet
  • Lipid disorders
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Neuroendocrine tumours
  • Obesity
  • Pre-diabetes
  • Weight loss
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Professional memberships

  • Chair World Obesity Federation Clinical Care Committee (2016)
  • Board Member of Faculty of Metabolic Medicine, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (2014)
  • Director and Board Member of the Irish Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (IrSPEN) (2014)
  • Chair of the Summer School programme for the International Association for Study of obesity (2013)
  • Board Member of the Metabolic Surgery Committee of the International Federation for Surgery of Obesity (2012)
  • Chair of Nutrition Clinical Practice Group of the Association of Clinical Biochemistry (2009-2012)
  • Steering Committee Member of International Diabetes Surgery Taskforce (2011)
  • Steering Committee Member of UK LDL Apheresis Working Group (2010-12)
  • Member of International Diabetes Federation Taskforce Bariatric Surgery (2011)
  • Member of National Confidential Enquiry Patient Outcome and Death on Bariatric Surgery (2012)
  • Member of Asian Diabetes Surgery Taskforce (2012)
  • Executive Committee Member of Association for Clinical Pathologists (2010-13)
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Education

  • PhD Imperial College London
  • FFPath Royal College of Physicians in Ireland
  • FRCPath
  • FRCP UK
  • MSc University of London
  • MBChB University of Pretoria (1996)
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Teaching posts

  • Professor of Experimental Metabolic Medicine, University College Dublin (present)
  • Reader in Metabolic Medicine, Imperial College School of Medicine, London (2010-2012)
  • Senior Lecturer in Metabolic Medicine, Imperial College London (2006-2009)
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Publications and conferences

  • Lectured at national and international conferences.
  • Published numerous high impact papers over the years that have influenced his field.
  • Editor of peer-reviewed journals.
  • Researches the increased mortality and morbidity associated with obesity and diabetes.
  • Published groundbreaking research on the understanding of the physiological role and pathological changes in appetite control.
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Prizes and awards

  • Graves medal, Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (2015)
  • International Federation for Clinical Chemistry visiting lecturer award (2014)
  • Nicola Scopinaro lecture, International Federation for Surgery of Obesity, New Delhi (2012)
  • Steno medal, Steno Centre, Denmark (2011)
  • Trinity College Dublin innovation in Diabetes Medal (2011)
  • Young Investigator: European Association for Study of Obesity (2008)
  • Alberta Heritage Foundation for Medical Research Lecturer Award (2008)
  • Cuthbertson Medal for achievements in nutrition, Nutrition Society (2008)
  • Young Investigator Award: Association for Study of Obesity (2007)
  • Endocrine Society: First Authored Student Award for Endocrinology (2007)
  • Association for Clinical Biochemsitry’s Professor’s prize for young investigators (2006)
  • Association for the Study of Obesity Student Researcher award (2003)
  • Nutrition Society Postgraduate competition co winner (2004)
  • American Association of Clinical Chemistry travel grant (2001)
  • Final year distinctions: Internal Medicine and Chemical Metabolic Medicine
  • Anglo American Open Scholarship (1991 – 1996)
  • University of Pretoria Achievement Bursary: (1991 & 1992)
  • Five distinctions in Matriculation exams (equivalent to A levels)
  • Elite track and field athlete: represented South Africa (1991-1995)
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Languages spoken

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Dutch
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Registration number: 4366094

Content

Health content

What patients should know before coming to consultation for obesity

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What patients should know before coming to consultation for obesity

<p>Esteemed specialist in metabolic health and medicine, Professor Carel Le Roux, shares w...

All about treating obesity with Tirzepatide

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All about treating obesity with Tirzepatide

On hand to provide us with an informative account with regards to how obesity can be effec...

How can obesity be managed? - Online interview

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How can obesity be managed? - Online interview

<p>Innovations in metabolic medicine have brought with them far improved outcomes for pati...

How does Semaglutide treat obesity?

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How does Semaglutide treat obesity?

Semaglutide has emerged as a promising medication for the treatment of obesity, offering n...

How does medication work as a treatment for obesity? - Online interview

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How does medication work as a treatment for obesity? - Online interview

“We can predict, certainly, three months into the treatment... the weight will stabilise a...

Weight loss medications: What are my options?

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Weight loss medications: What are my options?

In his latest online article, leading specialist in metabolic medicine Professor Carel Le ...

Losing weight and gaining health: Expert advice on weight loss - Online interview

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Losing weight and gaining health: Expert advice on weight loss - Online interview

Modern treatments for obesity, including nutritional therapies, medication and surgery, of...

Obesity: how can it be managed?

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Obesity: how can it be managed?

Obesity is a condition which can seriously hinder someone’s life, impacting their health b...

Innovations in treatment for obesity - Online interview

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Innovations in treatment for obesity - Online interview

Modern day perspectives on the treatment of obesity as a disease have revolutionised outco...

Seeking expert treatment and management for obesity

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Seeking expert treatment and management for obesity

Obesity is a complex and progressive disease that, in many cases, requires long-term medic...

Ask an expert: Is obesity a disease? - Online interview

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Ask an expert: Is obesity a disease? - Online interview

Obesity is a condition with many associated complications that can bring challenges in dai...

An introduction to Professor Carel Le Roux

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An introduction to Professor Carel Le Roux

In this fascinating introductory video, leading specialist in metabolic medicine Professor...

Is obesity a disease?

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Is obesity a disease?

Prof le Roux, an obesity expert from University College Dublin, explains whether obesity i...

Is body weight genetically controlled?

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Is body weight genetically controlled?

Prof le Roux, an obesity expert from University College Dublin, explains the importance of...

How to choose the best weight loss treatment

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How to choose the best weight loss treatment

Prof le Roux, an obesity expert from University College Dublin, explains that the best way...

Body fat set point

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Body fat set point

Prof le Roux, an obesity expert from University College Dublin, explains why some people f...

Is healthy eating enough to lose weight?

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Is healthy eating enough to lose weight?

Prof Carel le Roux answers a question on why someone was not losing weight despite eating ...

The best model of care to treat obesity

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The best model of care to treat obesity

Prof le Roux, an obesity expert from University College Dublin, explains the best model of...

Professor Carel le Roux explains fat loss

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Professor Carel le Roux explains fat loss

Professor Carel le Roux from University College Dublin explains why belly fat or the fat u...

does an under-active thyroid make weight loss more difficult?

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does an under-active thyroid make weight loss more difficult?

Professor Carel le Roux answers a question on whether an active or an underactive thyroid ...

13 30 Carel le Roux Bariatric surgery in adults what do we know?

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13 30 Carel le Roux Bariatric surgery in adults what do we know?

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http://www.medfit.ie/weight-management
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=Le+Roux+CW
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Treatments

The doctor is expert in

Diabetes

Diabetes diet

Metabolic syndrome

Obesity

Pre-diabetes

Weight loss

The doctor also specialises in:

Cholesterol

High triglycerides

Hypercholesterolemia

Lipidology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Professor Carel Le Roux's specialty?

Professor Carel Le Roux is a consultant specialising in Internal Medicine, with extensive experience in assessing and treating patients within this field.

Which conditions and treatments does Professor Carel Le Roux specialise in?

Professor Carel Le Roux is a internal Medicine Specialist who provides assessment and treatment for Diabetes diet, Metabolic syndrome, Diabetes, Obesity, Weight loss and Pre-diabetes. During your consultation, you will be informed of the most suitable options following a personalised evaluation.

How many years of experience does Professor Carel Le Roux have?

Professor Carel Le Roux has 30 years of professional experience as a consultant internal Medicine Specialist, providing specialist assessment and treatment in this medical field.

What do patients say about Professor Carel Le Roux?

Patients give a rating of 5.0 out of 5 to Professor Carel Le Roux, a score considered excellent. This average is based on 4 verified patient reviews, reflecting the experience of those who have attended an appointment.

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Where does Professor Carel Le Roux practise?

Professor Carel Le Roux practices in the following locations:

  • South London at Denmark Hill, Brixton
  • Dublin at Blackrock Business Park, Carysfort Ave.

In-person consultations are available at these locations as a Internal Medicine.

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Does Professor Carel Le Roux offer private appointments?

Yes, Professor Carel Le Roux offers private appointments for patients seeking flexible and direct access to a consultant internal Medicine Specialist.

Does Professor Carel Le Roux offer online consultations?

Yes, Professor Carel Le Roux offers online consultations. You can book an appointment directly from this page by selecting the date and time that suit you best. Personalised assistance is also available by calling the number displayed on this page.

Does Professor Carel Le Roux accept insurance?

Professor Carel Le Roux works with the following private medical insurance providers: Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPA, Simply Health, Allianz, CS Healthcare, Vitality, The Exeter Friendly, Pru Health, Groupama, April, Freedom, National Assurance, General Medical, Saga, Healix, Legal & General Insurance and Health-online. If your insurer is not listed, you may contact the practice directly to confirm your coverage.

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Professor Carel Le Roux's availability depends on the appointment slots open at any given time. On this page, you can check current availability, and if no slots are shown, you can request an appointment or contact the practice directly.

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You can pay for your consultation with Professor Carel Le Roux using the following methods: Self-paying.

What languages does Professor Carel Le Roux speak?

Professor Carel Le Roux is a internal Medicine Specialist who offers consultations in Afrikaans, English and Dutch.

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