About Roczen

Raising the standard of specialised care

Led by world-leading experts in obesity and Type 2 diabetes, we help patients reverse chronic health conditions in a safe and supported space.

We’re on a mission to reverse Type 2 diabetes and obesity in one million people worldwide in under five years.

Shaping lives starts with shaping minds

People living with obesity or Type 2 diabetes are constantly battling myths and misconceptions about their condition. At Roczen, we recognise these conditions are complex, long-term diseases requiring specialised, tailored and targeted care.

The stigma around weight

Weight stigma leads to systemic disadvantages, inequalities and discrimination

Nearly 50%

of UK adults living with obesity have felt judged in public spaces - including in healthcare settings (45%) and gyms (32%).¹

1 in 4

UK adults admitted they’d hire a healthy-weight candidate over a candidate with obesity - even if equally qualified.²

9 years

is how long it takes on average for people with obesity to discuss weight concerns with a healthcare professional.³

Over 4 in 5

UK adults believe people with obesity are viewed negatively because of their weight.⁴

62%

of Britons think people are likely to discriminate against someone who is living with overweight.⁵

(This is higher than other forms of discrimination, including ethnic background (60%), sexual orientation (56%) or gender (40%).)

200+

other health conditions are associated with obesity.⁶

^1,2,4,5British Liver Trust, Weight revealed as the UK’s most common form of discrimination (2018)
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³Hughes CA, Ahern AL, Kasetty H, McGowan BM, Parretti HM, Vincent A, Halford JCG. Changing the narrative around obesity in the UK: a survey of people with obesity and healthcare professionals from the ACTION-IO study. BMJ Open. 2021 Jun 30;11(6):e045616. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2020-045616. PMID: 34193488; PMCID: PMC8246368.
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⁶De Lorenzo A, Gratteri S, Gualtieri P, Cammarano A, Bertucci P, Di Renzo L. Why primary obesity is a disease? J Transl Med. 2019 May 22;17(1):169. doi: 10.1186/s12967-019-1919-y. PMID: 31118060; PMCID: PMC6530037.
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Our programmes

We offer two clinically proven programmes, Roczen and Roczen Plus.

Roczen

Our clinically proven Roczen programme introduces a range of targeted diet interventions (including intermittent fasting and low-carbohydrate diets), alongside expert guidance on eating behaviours, nutrition and fitness. Each patient receives a fully bespoke healthcare plan tailored to their individual needs and goals.

One-to-one 25-minute specialist clinician consultation to learn more about each patient and their goals

Clinically devised diet and lifestyle plan created by our multidisciplinary team of experts, tailored to every patient

World-leading experts have designed and oversee each one of our programmes

Ongoing support and assessments from clinicians, mentors and community support groups, including monthly 1:1 video check-ins with clinicians

Inspiration, advice and guidance is available 24/7 via the Roczen app

Roczen Plus

Our premium programme, Roczen Plus, incorporates all the Roczen programme has to offer, with the addition of the latest GLP-1/GIP and GLP-1 weight-loss medications to support accelerated weight loss. Our online medical clinic is led by Professor Barbara McGowan, a lead investigator in multiple clinical trials involving pharmacotherapy for obesity, including GLP-1/GIP and GLP-1 medications.

One-to-one 40-minute doctor consultation to learn more about each patient and and prescribe the right medication and dosage (if eligible)

Clinically devised diet and lifestyle plan created by our multidisciplinary team of experts, tailored to every patient

World-leading experts have designed and oversee each one of our programmes

Ongoing support and assessments from clinicians, mentors and community support groups, including monthly 1:1 video check-ins with clinicians

Inspiration, advice and guidance is available 24/7 via the Roczen app

Meet our expert team

We understand there’s no one quick and easy route to better metabolic health. That’s why we take a holistic approach to healthcare, providing our patients one-to-one specialist support from our dedicated team of in-house doctors, nurses, dietitians and psychologists.

Professor Barbara McGowan

Chief Medical Officer & Co-Founder

Professor McGowan brings exceptional experience and insight in her roles as a Consultant and Honorary Reader in Diabetes and Endocrinology at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, the R&D Lead for the Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, Nutrition and Obesity at GSTT, and as a Professor at King’s College London. Her leadership ensures Roczen is at the forefront of evidence-based, clinically led weight management and obesity care.

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Associate Professor Dipesh Patel

Member of our Medical Advisory Board

Dr Patel is a world-leading Endocrinology and Diabetes Consultant Physician. With specialised expertise in diabetes (Type 2), thyroid disorders, parathyroid disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), adrenal disease and cardiovascular risk, Dr. Patel strives to advance breakthrough treatment options. As a principal investigator at University College London, his research contributions have included examining diabetes-related cardiovascular disease mechanisms and prevention through clinical trials.

Dr. Laura Falvey

Executive Manager and Clinical Director

A SCOPE-certified medical doctor in obesity management (conferred by the World Obesity Federation), Laura is an advocate for specialised obesity care. With experience in digital healthcare and clinical governance, she strongly supports improving patient access to services through healthtech and innovation, collaborating with NHS partners to drive these advancements.

Dr. Claudia Ashton

Head of Clinical Services

Leads our clinical team of doctors, nurses, dietitians and psychologists who will support patients throughout, from the initial steps and regular check-ins to prescribing weight-loss medication.

Dr. Adrian Brown

Specialist Dietitian

A nationally renowned specialist weight-management dietitian and researcher, Adrian designs our clinical protocols based on the latest research to ensure our patients follow a healthy diet that supports and optimises their health. Adrian believes in the equality of patient care, having published extensively on the impact of weight stigma and discrimination.

Jorge Pires

Metabolic Health Nurse

Nurses like Jorge are key members of the multidisciplinary team, working directly with patients to safely guide and support them through their clinical programme. They provide expert oversight and monitor patients to ensure they are on track to achieve their goals.

Shweta Sidana

Mentor

As qualified health coaches, our mentors regularly interact with patients in peer-to-peer groups, offering day-to-day support across all our programmes, hosting webinars and facilitating constructive discussions.

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