At MIMP, we support people living with obesity and weight‑related health conditions. We understand that weight is affected by genetics, culture, diet, sleep, stress, and physical activity, and that new treatment options are emerging alongside proven lifestyle changes.
This is not about blame — it’s about practical, achievable support tailored to your needs and circumstances.
Meet Our Team
- Dr Almas Agha, GP – supports weight management, cardiovascular risk, sleep health, and culturally tailored dietary guidance.
- Dr Hannah Sweeney, GP – experienced in obesity‑related conditions, culturally tailored nutrition, and long‑term health management.
- David Cheng, Practice Pharmacist – provides follow‑up care, lifestyle education, and ongoing support.
- Joe Coram, Community Dietician
We focus on holistic care that fits your lifestyle, culture, and health goals.
Understanding Obesity and Health Risks
Obesity is a medical condition, not a personal failing. It can increase the risk of:
- Heart disease and stroke
- High blood pressure
- Sleep apnoea
- Joint pain and mobility problems
- Faster progression to non‑diabetic hyperglycaemia and type 2 diabetes
We support you with screening, monitoring, and personalised guidance to reduce these risks.
Sleep Apnoea
Sleep apnoea—where breathing stops and starts during sleep—is more common in people with obesity.
Signs include: loud snoring, gasping during sleep, poor-quality sleep, and daytime tiredness.
Untreated sleep apnoea can increase the risk of heart disease and fatigue.
We can assess, refer for sleep studies, and support treatment and lifestyle measures.
Heart and Cardiovascular Health
Obesity increases the risk of:
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Erectile dysfunction
We offer blood pressure and cholesterol checks, lifestyle support, and referral to NHS Heart Health and Health Check programmes.
Diet and Nutrition
We recognise that dietary habits vary between cultures and that nutrition advice must fit your life.
Common cultural food patterns:
- African/Caribbean: rice, yams, plantains, stews, fried foods, sugary drinks
- Middle Eastern: flatbreads, rice, couscous, nuts, pastries, fried foods
- South Asian: rice, chapati, lentils, curries with ghee/coconut milk, sweet snacks
Ultra‑Processed Foods
These are foods made with additives, sugar, salt, and refined fats — like sugary drinks, crisps, ready meals, and fast foods — and are linked to weight gain and poorer heart health. You can improve health by choosing more whole foods and limiting ultra‑processed options.
Simple Plate Strategy
Try this practical meal order to help control appetite and blood sugar:
- Drink water first
- Start with salad and vegetables
- Include protein (meat, fish, pulses, eggs)
- Finish with carbohydrates (rice, bread, yams or chapati)
This works across African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian meals.
NHS Weight Loss Injection Therapies (Greater Manchester & England)
New injectable treatments are being introduced on the NHS to support people living with obesity, particularly those at higher clinical risk.
About These Medicines
- Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) and Semaglutide (Wegovy®) are medicines that act on appetite and fullness, helping with weight loss alongside diet and activity.
- They are prescribed once weekly and are used alongside a structured support programme.
Eligibility and Access in Greater Manchester
- At the moment, tirzepatide is being introduced gradually across Greater Manchester through NHS commissioning, with priority for people at highest clinical risk.
- For now, tirzepatide is not yet widely available through GP practices or specialist weight services across Greater Manchester, but there is a phased rollout to increase access.
- If you meet eligibility criteria (such as a very high BMI and multiple weight‑related health conditions), NHS services will contact you directly when treatment becomes available in your area.
- These medicines are not self‑initiated — they must be prescribed and supervised by a GP or specialist service.
How Eligibility is Determined
Eligibility is based on clinical criteria set by NHS England and adopted locally, which typically prioritises those with the highest health risk first.
Safety and Legality
It’s important to only use these medications when prescribed by a healthcare professional. The NHS and regulatory bodies warn against obtaining weight‑loss medicines from unregulated sellers — counterfeit or unapproved products can be dangerous.