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  • Primary Care Medicine
  • Obesity Management
  • Health Professional Education

Background:

  • General Practitioners (GPs) are increasingly expected to manage patient obesity.
  • Limited practical tools exist for GPs to implement weight management in clinical practice.
  • This study addresses the need for enhanced GP support in obesity care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the impact of a structured weight management program on GP self-efficacy and confidence.
  • To evaluate the feasibility of a GP-delivered, evidence-based obesity management intervention.
  • To explore changes in GP practice and confidence in managing obesity.

Main Methods:

  • A nested mixed-methods study within a 6-month feasibility trial.
  • 11 GPs participated across 5 Australian general practices.
  • Quantitative surveys (Likert scales) and qualitative pro forma interviews measured GP self-efficacy and confidence.

Main Results:

  • GPs reported increased confidence and self-efficacy after implementing the weight management program, aligning with social cognitive theory.
  • Confidence in patient care coordination improved.
  • GPs felt more empowered to discuss obesity with patients and modify their practice.

Conclusions:

  • A structured obesity management tool can significantly enhance GP confidence and self-efficacy.
  • Improving professional self-efficacy is crucial for advancing obesity management in primary care.
  • This program provides a practical framework for GPs to deliver holistic, person-centred obesity care.