A group consultation is a 90 minute face to face appointment compared to the usual 30 minute appointment. The consultation is run as a group session of no more than 10 people sharing the same medical condition, allowing you more time with the clinician to discuss any concerns. The group are then able to support each other and share ideas. You can also bring a carer or loved one with you.

Patients get to spend longer with the clinician, allowing them more time and the extra benefit of learning from others.

Some patients feel alone when trying to manage their diabetes, being around other patients with the same condition and sharing experiences can help them feel less isolated.

Research shows that patients who attend group consultations achieve greater improvement in their weight management, blood pressure and blood sugar control compared with those who attend a traditional 1:1 appointment.

There is a consent process in place, this helps to keep you and others safe and preserves the whole group’s confidentiality.

Please read the Group Clinic Confidentiality Agreement at the bottom of the page.