Medically Supervised Weight Loss in Singapore

Losing weight is not only about lowering the numbers on a scale but also about enhancing overall health and quality of life. At Singapore Women's Clinic, we emphasise equipping you with the right tools and medical guidance to support your weight loss journey.

Rather than relying solely on medication, our focus is on holistic and sustainable habits such as balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, and personalised care.

By addressing both lifestyle factors and underlying health concerns, our approach aims to lower the risk of chronic diseases, restore energy, and promote lasting well-being tailored to your needs and goals.

Obesity in Singapore

In Singapore, obesity is a growing concern, with almost 4 in 10 adults classified as being above the healthy range. This rise is largely driven by lifestyle shifts such as longer screen time, reduced daily activity, and diets high in calorie-dense foods.

While the health risks are well recognised, obesity also contributes to higher medical costs and a greater need for long-term treatment. Addressing weight early can help reduce these expenses and protect overall health in the long run.

"Weight management is not just about numbers. It's about understanding your lifestyle, health history, and goals, and creating a plan that fits realistically into your daily life." "Weight management is not just about numbers. It's about understanding your lifestyle, health history, and goals, and creating a plan that fits realistically into your daily life."

Dr Jana Lim | MBChB, MMed (FM), Family Physician

Dr Jana Lim
MBChB, MMed (FM), Family Physician

What Are the Effects of Obesity on Health?

Obesity impacts both physical and emotional well-being. Beyond appearance, it also increases the risk of developing several medical conditions:

• Metabolic health – Strongly linked to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes
• Heart and circulation – Raises the risk of hypertension, high cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease, which are leading causes of morbidity and mortality
• Joints and mobility – Extra weight puts strain on the knees, hips, and spine, often leading to osteoarthritis and persistent pain, especially with age
• Sleep and breathing – Frequently associated with obstructive sleep apnoea and interrupted breathing at night
• Psycho-emotional health – May lead to low self-confidence, social difficulties, anxiety, and depression, impacting quality of life and relationships
• Cancer risk – Increases the risk of several cancers, such as breast, colon, and liver cancer, usually developing over the longer term

What Causes Weight Gain and Obesity?

Gaining excess weight is usually the result of several contributing factors working together rather than one single cause.

Fundamentally, obesity occurs when the body takes in more calories than it can burn for energy, leading to the storage of the extra calories as fat. Common causes include:

• Dietary habits – Frequent intake of high-calorie or processed foods and sugary drinks
• Physical inactivity – Sedentary lifestyles, work that involves prolonged sitting, and extended screen use reduce the number of calories the body burns each day
• Age-related changes – Metabolism slows with age, while muscle mass declines, making weight gain more likely
• Genetic predisposition – Inherited traits such as slower metabolism or differences in appetite control can increase susceptibility
• Hormonal changes – Conditions such as hypothyroidism or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can alter metabolism and weight regulation
• Medical conditions and medications – Certain illnesses and drugs, such as corticosteroids and antidepressants, may promote weight gain as a side effect

What to Expect from Our Weight Loss Programme

Why Body Composition Tracking Matters in Weight Loss

When you lose weight, you can also lose muscle along with fat. Losing too much muscle slows your metabolism and makes the weight harder to keep off. To stay ahead of this, we recommend an in-clinic InBody scan every 3 to 6 months for patients on our weight loss programme.

The InBody scan uses bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) to measure your body fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, and visceral fat in under a minute. The readings tell us whether the loss is fat or muscle, so adjustments to your medication, diet, and resistance training can be made before progress stalls.

Body weight is also shaped by genetics, gut microbiota, hormones, and sleep. Your doctor reviews these alongside your InBody results so your treatment reflects your full health picture, not just what is on the scale.

Cost of Weight Loss Treatments

At Singapore Women's Clinic, our weight loss services are priced as follows:

*Prices are NETT and inclusive of GST.
**One box contains 3 vials and each vial can last 6 days at maximum dose.