At OptiHealthClinic, we understand the challenges of weight loss and obesity. Our comprehensive services are designed to address your individual needs and help you achieve your health goals.
We focus on the role of weight loss and exercise in reducing heart diseases and metabolic disorders, alleviating joint pain associated with arthritis, and addressing the challenges of menopause and fertility issues.
We also understand the importance of mental health and offer support to improve your overall quality of life. Additionally, our services cater to those struggling with sleep apnoea, ensuring a holistic approach to health improvement.
Dr Sam Balogun
MBBS, AMC, MPH, FRACGP
Primary Care Physician | Professional interests in Obesity & Weight Management
Dr. Sam is an experienced Primary Care Physician with a dedicated and evolving interest in weight loss and obesity management. With an MBBS, a Master of Public Health (MPH), and Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Dr. Balogun offers comprehensive general medical care informed by a growing subspecialty focus.
His clinical approach is rooted in evidence-based, compassionate care. Dr. Sam has completed advanced training, including the SCOPE Certificate in Obesity Management, the Harvard Medical School CME course in Obesity Medicine, and is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Obesity Management. This in-depth education supports a nuanced understanding of obesity’s complex and multifactorial nature, spanning metabolic, behavioral, psychological, and environmental influences.
In practice, Dr. Sam develops individualised, sustainable weight management plans, combining medical therapies, nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral support. His philosophy emphasises health at every size, aiming to improve metabolic health, reduce obesity-related complications, and enhance overall well-being.
With a strong public health lens, Dr. Sam also advocates for de-stigmatising obesity and increasing access to effective, person-centered care. He is committed to reshaping how weight and health are addressed both in clinical settings and in broader healthcare systems.
