Leading experts announced for obesity conference series aimed at empowering healthcare professionals

The Obesity & Weight Management Alliance is delighted to unveil the speaker line-up and agenda for its 2026 UK and Ireland conference series – an essential event for healthcare professionals committed to advancing obesity care.

Chaired by Professor Melanie Davies CBE, an internationally recognised leader in diabetes and weight management research, the conferences will bring together a distinguished faculty of experts.  

Speakers include Dr Michael Crotty, Professor Carel le Roux, Professor Alex Miras, Dr Dimitris Papamargaritis, Professor Wasim Hanif, Dr Louisa Herring and Ken Clare – all highly respected voices driving innovation in obesity and metabolic health.

Providing free CPD-accredited education the conferences will help healthcare professionals deepen their knowledge, stay current with the latest developments and enhance the support they provide to individuals living with obesity.

Click here to view the UK conference agenda.

View the Dublin agenda here.

Conference dates and venues:

·      Thursday 12 March – London Suite, Mercure London Earls Court, London

·      Wednesday 18 March – The Midland Hotel, Manchester

·      Friday 27 March – The National Conference Centre, Birmingham

·      Friday 17 April – Crowne Plaza, Blanchardstown, Dublin

Attendees will gain practical insights, access the latest research and discuss real-world strategies to improve individual outcomes.

Event Manager Emily Mayhew said: “These conferences provide a fantastic opportunity for healthcare professionals to exchange ideas, enhance their expertise and connect with leading voices in the field. We're proud to present a line-up of speakers who are shaping the future of obesity management.”

Entry to the conference is free, but places must be booked in advance here

We anticipate that we will receive sponsorship from pharmaceutical companies for this event. As soon as sponsorship is confirmed, the details will be added to the website and all promotional materials where appropriate.