Adherence

Family doctors are primarily involved in obesity management through diagnosis (BMI measurement) and trial recruitment, rather than active care delivery, nutrition counseling, or physical activity advice.

If you are seeing a family doctor for obesity, expect them to measure your height and weight. Do not assume they will provide detailed diet or exercise plans unless they are part of a specific research trial or a specialized clinic. You may need to seek out specific behavioral interventions or referrals separately.