George Thom Email & Phone Number

Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

I worked principally on the Diabetes Remission Clinical Trial (DiRECT). This landmark trial was the first to show that type 2 diabetes remission is possible through a dietary intervention and weight loss achieved in primary care, with almost half (46%) of people in remission at one year, and 36% at two years. These results have had global impact in the.

Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

In this varied role, I had daily outpatient clinics and group sessions seeing people with obesity (BMI≥35). This also involved supporting people before and after bariatric surgery. I also facilitated behaviour change skills training courses and supervised student clinical placements. I undertook a service evaluation of my own clinical outcomes, and.

Chester, England, United Kingdom

In this role, I contributed to the development of a brand-new group weight management programme, which was rolled out across the trust. I subsequently delivered the intervention. This was a fantastic first job which combined two of my primary interests: developing intervention content, and applying it in practice.

Chester, England, United Kingdom

*Held full and part-time positions over a 5-year time period, when I also completed my dietetic training. My principal responsibilities were to conduct lifestyle consultations, group fitness classes, and develop fitness programmes for clients.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Weight Loss Maintenance: Physiological, Psychological And Clinical Perspectives

Msc Nutrition And Dietetics

Bsc Sports Science And Football, 2.1