About
Dr Uzair Shabbir is a Specialist GP with a dedicated interest in obesity medicine, lifestyle medicine and preventive cardiometabolic health. Originally from Pakistan, he began his medical journey abroad before moving to Ireland in 2017 to continue his clinical training.
"Medical science with compassion, building realistic, sustainable plans that support long-term health rather than quick fixes."On his approach to care
He went on to complete a Clinical Academic GP Fellowship focused on physical activity and chronic disease prevention, and now serves as a GP Lead and Associate Fellow of the National Institute for Prevention and Cardiovascular Health (NIPC), as well as Chair of the Kerry Faculty of the Irish College of General Practitioners. Alongside his role at BeyondBMI, he founded the Kerry Lifestyle Medicine Clinic, dedicated to evidence-based, personalised cardiometabolic care.
Dr Shabbir's approach to obesity management integrates nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management and behaviour-change science. He believes sustainable weight management requires compassion, partnership and realistic strategies tailored to individual circumstances.
What drives him is the opportunity to empower people to take control of their health with clarity and confidence.
Areas of expertise
- Obesity Medicine
- General Practice / Family Medicine
- Exercise & Physical Activity
- Behavioural Change & Coaching
- Pharmacotherapy (GLP-1)
- Metabolic Health
- Chronic Disease Management (diabetes, cardiovascular)
Registrations & memberships
- Irish Medical Council (IMC) (no. 416384)
Research, media & recognition
Research & publications
Awards & recognition
- Post-CSCST Fellowship in Physical Activity for Chronic Disease, Irish College of General Practitioners (2025)
- Associate Fellowship, National Institute for Prevention and Cardiovascular Health (NIPC) (2025)
- Dr Micheál Fanning Perpetual Research Award (2022)
- Best Poster Presentation, WONCA World Rural Health Conference (2022)
Before your first appointment
Our consultations are collaborative, supportive and free from judgement. Weight management and metabolic health can feel overwhelming, and many people have tried multiple approaches before seeking specialist support. My role is not to criticise past attempts, but to understand your story, your challenges and your goals.
During your first appointment, we'll take the time to explore the full picture: lifestyle habits, medical history, sleep, stress, work patterns and any previous treatments. Together we'll develop a personalised plan that feels achievable and practical in your real life.
Ready to start with BeyondBMI?
Begin with a 2-minute eligibility check. We'll arrange a free care call before any payment, so you can ask everything you need to know.
- Specialist obesity doctor 1:1 consultations (quarterly)
- Specialist dietitian 1:1 consultations (quarterly)
- Monthly health coaching 1:1 sessions
- Multidisciplinary (MDT) review of your care
- Unlimited access to an obesity nurse
- BeyondBMI app, Private Member Community + Learning Library
€150/month, all-in. Cancel anytime, no long-term commitment. Medication is prescribed and bought separately at pharmacy cost.
