Obesity Medicine Specialist

Role Overview

The Obesity Medicine Specialist will provide comprehensive medical management of obesity and related cardiometabolic conditions, contributing to a multidisciplinary bariatric and metabolic service at the hospital. This involves specialized clinical care, patient education, and collaboration with a broad team of healthcare professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 such as Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), and 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

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

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital recruitment portal at https://recruitment.kutrrh.go.ke. Applications must be submitted by May 1, 2026.