Diabetes Obesity
Thu 11 Dec 2025
Royal National Hotel, London

Designed for HCPs involved in obesity and weight-loss management to come together in-person for clinical updates and best practice guidance

Building on the success of our last event, this comprehensive conference returns with an even deeper dive into the evolving landscape of obesity treatment. From the latest NHS-approved weight-loss medications to cutting-edge surgical interventions, psychological approaches, genetic insights, and sustainable lifestyle strategies—this event covers it all.

Another event of interest: Clinical Management of Childhood Obesity and Related Co-morbidities, Leicester

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Expect expert-led keynotes, interactive roundtables, and the latest evidence-based clinical updates, all designed to equip you with the knowledge, clarity, and confidence to deliver safe, compassionate, and effective care. Whether you're a returning delegate or attending for the first time, this is your opportunity to stay ahead in the rapidly advancing field of obesity management.

Attend as a delegate

The agenda for this insightful one-day conference is currently being extensively researched and developed. If you would like to receive the agenda once it is confirmed please use the reserve place button above, we will then send you the agenda and speaker line-up.


Alternatively, you are able to make a confirmed booking using the book place button above. The price to attend this conference is £99+VAT for NHS and Public Sector professionals.


We expect this conference will be very popular and so if you are planning on attending, we would encourage you to reserve a place as soon as possible. If you have any questions about attendance please email sophie.richardson@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.

Attend as a speaker

If you would like to be a speaker at this forthcomng conference, we would love to hear from you! We are currently in the process of researching and engineering a programme to focus on all the most topical developments in diabetes management. If you would like to share your work, or the work of your service please let us know.


Please email the conference producer hope.frost@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.

Invitation to sponsor

We would be delighted to discuss all of the available opportunities for you to get involved. Please email Vanessa.Pearce@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.

"Lovely supportive sponsors and very informative"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Enjoyed going round the stalls. Good, short, helpful 10 minute presentations"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Very much liked the supplier presentation dedicated times"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

The full agenda will be launched soon

The agenda for this conference is currently being researched and developed. If you would like to be a programme adviser or would like to present at this important, educational day please email hope.frost@sbk-healthcare.co.uk or call 01732 897788.


To be the first to receive the programme when it is completed, please reserve a place using the button above.

Meet the Advisory Board

This meeting will be developed with the expertise of renowned leaders in the field, Prof Rob Andrews and Irena Cruikshank.

Professor Rob Andrews
Job Title:
Associate Professor of Diabetes and Endocrinology
Organisation
University of Exeter Medical School
Biography

Rob Andrews is an associate Professor at the University of Exeter, an Honorary Consultant Physician at Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton.

At the University he leads a group that researches the role that exercise, and diet can play in the prevention and management of diabetes and obesity.

In Taunton, he leads the diabetes and obesity Research team. Until last year he was the medical lead for a large multidisciplinary weight management service. This is a holistic service offering specialised dietary and exercise programs, drug therapy and bariatric surgery as well as running clinics for people with eating disorders and complications post surgery. In recognition of this service, Taunton is designated an International Centre of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery.
Irena Cruickshank
Job Title:
Weight Management Nurse Specialist and Independent Prescriber
Organisation
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Biography

Irena is WM Nurse Specialist and Independent Prescriber at Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS FT. She initiates and follows up patients on injectable weight loss medications and has established clinics for genetic testing for Obesity.

Irena is involved in research projects to improve service delivery, using real world data from clinical practice.

She sat on NICE MTAC as a specialist committee member for early value assessment: digital technologies for providing specialist weight-management service. She is a member of the National Obesity Database Steering Group.

Irena has extensive nursing career in variety of acute clinical settings. She has made successful contribution to clinical research leading on COVID and diabetes trials and was a lead research nurse on STEP 1 trial, which aimed to assess the effect and safety of Semaglutide 2.4 mg once weekly in subjects with overweight or obesity. Despite being the smallest site in UK, their team had one of the best retention rates in the country and Irena was asked to share their success on international level. 

Irena recently wrote and had published by NICE, an inspiring case-study. It focusses on Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, which pioneered the use of liraglutide in early 2021 and provides an overview of how injectable anti-obesity medications are being integrated into specialist weight management services, particularly for individuals with complex needs. The case study underscores the importance of tailored care, adequate staffing, and the integration of genetic insights in managing obesity, especially among individuals with complex needs and can be read in detail here > > https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng246/resources/injectable-antiobesity-medications-in-specialist-weight-management-services-supporting-people-with-complex-needs-15305080861/chapter/Overview

Pricing structure

  • £99+VAT for NHS and Public Sector professionals

SBK Healthcare is charging an attendance fee of £99+VAT to ensure attendance. If you are in a situation where you do not have the funding, but would like to attend, please do contact Sophie Richardson on 01732 897788.


Commercial companies are invited to sponsor this day please email Vanessa Pearce for further details.

Venue details & travel

Venue name: Royal National Hotel, London

Address: 38-51 Bedford Way, London, WC1H 0DG

Tel: 020 7637 2488


The Imperial London Family of Hotels are nestled in the heart of Bloomsbury in Central London. 


Directions: Click here to plan your journey using Google Maps


Underground

Russell Square station on the Piccadilly Line is a 1 minute walk from our hotels, providing connection to Heathrow Airport, Covent Garden, Leicester Square and Green Park within moments.


Train

King's Cross, Euston and St. Pancras International train stations are a short walk from the hotels, within 10 - 15 minutes.


Bus

Classic red London Buses pass by our hotels, along Southampton Row, providing further connections to all over the city.


Car

There is underground parking at Royal National, President and Bedford Hotels. Please note this is paid parking.


Taxi

Our city is home to the signature black cab and our friendly porters are happy to assist with booking taxis for our guests. Airport transfers are also available, please book through the porters (payable locally).

Reservations

If your funding has not yet been secured or you would like to hold your place with no obligation, you can reserve your place with us. Please email the reservations team at SBK Healthcare with your details:

  • Booking contact: name, job title, department, email and telephone number
  • Event(s) to reserve for: title and date
  • Delegate details (for each delegate): name, job title, department, email and telephone number
  • Organisation details: name and address

Alternatively you can make a confirmed booking by emailing the above information to the bookings team 

Terms and conditions

Certification of attendance

A certificate for Continuing Professional Development will be given to every fully registered participant who completes the course, as a record of your continuing professional training and development.

Registration fees

You will be sent an instant payment option or invoice on registration. Your payment is required in advance. If your fee has not been received prior to the event, and you are not able to provide a PO or proof of payment, you will be asked to make a credit or debit card payment on the day.

Modify registration

To let us know if your details are not correct when you have already registered, please email the bookings team.

Cancellations and substitutions

A full refund of fees will be made only for cancellations received within the first 48 hours of the booking being made. Notice of cancellation must be received in writing by emailing the bookings team at SBK Healthcare. Should you need to cancel your registration after this date, the registration fee remains payable in its entirety although a substitution will be accepted and conference documentation will be provided. Substitution attendees for delegates unable to attend after registering are acceptable at any time.

Event changes

It may be necessary for reasons beyond the control of the conference organisers to alter the content, speakers or the timing of the programme. We will endeavour to keep you abreast of such changes but any unavoidable change to the format will not constitute a reason to refund the fee. Should the event be postponed, we will endeavour to reschedule the event. If, for reasons beyond the control of the conference organiser, the event is cancelled, a full refund will be made. We do not accept any liability for any incurred costs resulting from a postponement or cancellation.

Privacy notice

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Expected attendees

The in-person conference has been designed for HCPs involved in obesity and weight-loss management.

Past attendee feedback

Don't take our word for how much past attendees have enjoyed this day, here is just some of the feedback that we have received:

"Excellent day"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Very relevant content"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Seamless organisation throughout"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Would highly recommend. Well organised and good venue"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Engaging content throughout the day. Excellent knowledge and experience demonstrated by all presenters"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Very informative day which looked at and considered the wider holistic picture of patients living with obesity. Inspiring to be around many like-minded individuals to tackle obesity stigma"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Really valuable day – excellent speakers and agenda – good spread of topics and good pace"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Great to hear about the thoughts of attendees across the board and share ways of addressing obesity"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

"Enjoyed the mixed format of presentations and discussions – able to share/Identify good ideas and examples of practice across the UK"

Obesity Management National Networking Forum, November 2024

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Why sponsor?

Our role at SBK Healthcare is to bring industry together with healthcare professionals so that you can educate and inform your audience. These trail-blazing forums offer dedicated presentation, Q&A, networking and discussion time, each sponsor will be full immersed into the event and able to effectively engage with your NHS audience.

"Very helpful model for sponsor sessions"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Good updates from industry partners, especially with the ongoing changes in technology"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Enjoyed the 10 minute bite-sized updates"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Good sessions – focused and useful updates. Opportunity to answer specific questions"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Structured time with sponsors worked well"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

"Very worthwhile"

Diabetes Developments in Scotland National Networking Forum, October 2024

Interested in having your own event, managed by us?

SBK Healthcare also provides in-house forums. Working closely with you as the client we can research, produce, market and deliver the conference or online forum that best suits the audience and meets your goals.

Reach out today

If you would like more information on our sponsorship options an in-house forum or if you wish to discuss your needs and what solutions may be appropriate for your business, please contact: 

Vanessa Pearce
Contact: 01732 897788
Email: Vanessa.Pearce@sbk-healthcare.co.uk