
Dr Amel Imam
Dr Amel Imam, known to many as Dr. Mel, is an experienced NHS GP and our Medical Director. She has a specialist interest in obesity medicine, inspired in part by her own personal weight loss journey using a GLP-1 medication—something she has openly shared on social media.
Her firsthand experience with the challenges of managing health has given her a deep understanding and empathy for the patients she supports. By combining this personal insight with her evidence-based clinical expertise, Dr. Mel is passionate about empowering others to take control of their health and make sustainable, informed choices for long-term wellbeing.
Dr Mohamed Obiedalla
Dr Mohamed Obiedalla is a highly experienced pharmacist and independent prescriber with over 19 years of practice across primary care, secondary care, and clinical research. He has a strong clinical interest in weight management, minor ailments, and men’s health, and is committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes.
Throughout his career, Dr Obiedalla has been recognised for his compassionate, patient-centred approach and his dedication to supporting patients with safe, effective, and practical treatment options. Alongside his clinical work, he has developed a growing research profile, with a particular interest in medicines shortages and their impact on pharmacy practice, patient care, and healthcare systems.
Marina Fakhouri
Marina is a qualified pharmacist prescriber with over 12 years of experience in pharmacy practice and 8 years as an independent prescriber. They have worked across both primary and secondary care settings, developing strong expertise in patient-centred care, clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary working. Their background spans a range of clinical environments, supporting safe, effective prescribing and evidence-based treatment.
Hishma Dhruv Parmar
Hishma is an Independent Prescribing Pharmacist with over 13 years of experience across community pharmacy, primary care, secondary care and digital healthcare. Drawing on a diverse clinical background, she combines thoughtful clinical judgement with a personalised approach to care, helping patients make informed decisions that support their long-term health. Hishma is passionate about the opportunities digital healthcare creates to make expert clinical care more accessible while continually expanding her expertise across a broad range of treatment areas.


