Medical Weight Management in Thame -

ERA WEIGHT & SHAPE PROGRAMME

Medical Weight Management — Without Losing Your Shape

Losing weight can transform how you feel about your health and confidence.

However, many people are now discovering that rapid weight loss can sometimes bring unexpected changes to the body, including loss of muscle tone and skin laxity.

At ERA Clinic, our Weight & Shape Programme takes a more comprehensive approach.

Rather than focusing on weight loss alone, we support the whole journey — from medical assessment and personalised planning to monitoring body composition and helping protect muscle tone and skin quality during weight loss.

Our goal is simple: to help patients lose weight in a healthier, more balanced way while maintaining strength, structure and skin quality.

Medically supervised care • Monthly body composition monitoring • Aesthetic expertise

(How to Lose Weight Without Losing Your Face)

Prescription treatment options may be discussed during a clinical consultation if appropriate. We do not promote prescription medicines.”

Clinical assessment

Monthly body composition tracking

Practitioner-led support

Skin & muscle support options

Discreet, professional care

Why Weight Loss Needs a Smarter Approach

Rapid weight loss can change skin firmness and muscle tone. Some people call this the “melted candle effect” — when the body loses structure faster than the skin can adapt.

Loose skin and reduced firmness
Muscle loss and reduced tone
Facial changes as volume reduces

THE ERA DIFFERENCE

Many weight management services focus primarily on helping patients lose weight.

At ERA, we also focus on how your body changes during the process.

Rapid weight loss can sometimes lead to:

Loss of muscle mass

Changes in body composition

Skin laxity

Facial volume loss

This is sometimes referred to as the “melted candle effect”, where the body appears to lose structure as weight drops quickly.

The ERA Weight & Shape Programme combines medical weight management with aesthetic expertise, helping patients maintain muscle tone and skin quality as their body changes.

Medical Assessment & Oversight

Body Composition Monitoring

Skin + Muscle Support at the Same Clinic

Any prescription medicines are only discussed and supplied following an individual clinical assessment, where appropriate.

HOW IT WORKS

Consultation & Assessment

ERA Body Composition Analysis

Personalised Treatment Plan

Two Support Sessions with our Weight Management Practitioner

Monthly Progress Reviews (scan + adjustments)

Maintain & Optimise Results

£ 325

Medical history review
ERA Body Composition Analysis
Personalised plan
2 sessions with our Weight Management Practitioner
Monthly body composition monitoring
Clinical review with prescribing pharmacist where appropriate

THE ERA BODY COMPOSITION ANALYSIS

Many weight loss programmes rely on scales alone, but scales do not show how your body is changing.

At ERA we use advanced body composition analysis to measure:

Body fat percentage
Muscle mass
Hydration levels
Metabolic indicators

Each patient receives monthly body composition monitoring so progress can be accurately assessed and programmes adjusted where needed.

SUPPORTING YOUR BODY DURING WEIGHT LOSS

Maintaining Muscle Tone

Treatments such as Emsculpt stimulate powerful muscle contractions that can help maintain muscle tone while weight is being reduced.

Supporting Skin Firmness

Technologies such as EXION stimulate collagen production in the skin, helping to improve firmness and elasticity.

Facial Muscle & Skin Support

EMFACE helps strengthen facial muscles and improve skin quality, supporting facial structure during weight loss.

TREATMENT SUPPORT

(OPTIONAL ADD-ONS)

Muscle Tone Support: Emsculpt

Skin Firmness Support: EXION

Facial Structure Support: EMFACE

Treatments are optional and recommended based on individual assessment and goals.

Meet The Team

Priyanka

Weight Management Practitioner

Priyanka is a practising community pharmacist registered in the UK with over two decades of clinical experience. She has also been a media spokesperson for the National Pharmaceutical Association and has made numerous appearances on regional and national radio promoting healthcare and pharmacy services. Priyanka maintains high standards of clinical governance and continued professional development which enable her to provide a caring and thorough consultation to her patients using her clinical expertise. Her safe and accurate advice sees patients returning to see her. Her special interest is helping patients achieve a healthy lifestyle through weight loss and life style management. Her knowledge of medicines, nutrition and lifestyle coaching enables her to tailor-make advice which bring out the best in people, using a holistic approach. Priyanka also has a keen personal interest in fitness and works out at the gym and at home regularly.

Sunil

Independent Prescribing Pharmacist

Sunil Hirani is a highly experienced UK-registered pharmacist with over 26 years of clinical practice in community pharmacy. Throughout his career, he has built a strong reputation for delivering safe, thorough and patient-centred care within a busy primary care setting. As a qualified Independent Prescriber, Sunil has a specialist clinical interest in the assessment and management of Lower Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs). His prescribing qualification enables him to provide timely consultations, accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment in line with current UK clinical guidelines and responsible antimicrobial stewardship. Sunil remains committed to ongoing professional development and maintaining the highest standards of clinical governance. His approach combines clinical expertise with genuine care and discretion, ensuring patients feel confident, reassured and well supported throughout their consultation.

A collaborative approach combining clinical oversight with practical lifestyle support.

FAQ's

1) Is this a medical weight management programme?

Yes. The ERA Weight & Shape Programme is a medically supervised weight management approach that begins with a clinical consultation and body composition assessment. Your programme is designed around your health profile, lifestyle and goals, with ongoing practitioner support and monthly progress monitoring. The focus is not just weight loss, but maintaining muscle tone, skin quality and overall body shape throughout the process.

2) Do you offer prescription options?

Prescription treatment options may be discussed during your consultation if clinically appropriate. These are only considered following an individual medical assessment and are prescribed through our independent prescribing pharmacist when suitable. The programme itself focuses on a structured weight management plan with monitoring and practitioner support, and any prescription treatments are supplied separately through a partnered pharmacy.

3) Can rapid weight loss cause loose skin?

Rapid weight loss can sometimes affect skin firmness and facial structure. When weight reduces quickly, the skin may take time to adapt to changes in body volume, which can lead to reduced firmness or a looser appearance. This is why the ERA programme focuses on monitored weight loss, muscle preservation and optional treatments designed to support skin quality during the process.

4) How do you protect muscle during weight loss?

Muscle preservation is a key focus of the programme. We monitor body composition rather than relying solely on weight, allowing us to track muscle mass alongside fat loss. Your plan may include nutrition guidance, lifestyle support and optional treatments designed to help maintain muscle tone while weight is reduced, helping you achieve a healthier shape rather than simply a lower number on the scales.

5) What is body composition monitoring?

Body composition monitoring looks beyond simple body weight. Using a clinical body composition scan, we can measure factors such as body fat percentage, muscle mass and hydration levels. This gives a much clearer picture of how your body is changing over time and helps guide adjustments to your plan so progress is focused on improving overall body composition rather than just reducing weight.

6) How often are scans completed?

Body composition scans are typically completed monthly as part of your progress reviews. These regular assessments allow the practitioner to monitor changes in fat, muscle and hydration levels over time. Tracking these measurements month by month helps ensure your programme stays on the right path and allows adjustments to be made where necessary to support healthy and balanced progress.

7) Can I do this without prescription options?

Yes. The ERA Weight & Shape Programme can be followed without prescription treatments. Many patients choose to focus on practitioner support, lifestyle changes and body composition monitoring alone. Prescription options are only discussed if clinically appropriate and if you wish to explore them, so the programme can be tailored to suit your preferences and health needs.

8) What treatments can support skin firmness?

The clinic offers several non-surgical treatment options that may help support skin firmness and muscle tone during weight loss. These can include technologies designed to stimulate collagen production or strengthen underlying muscle. Any treatments are optional and are recommended based on your individual goals and clinical assessment during your consultation.

9) What happens after I reach my goal?

Once you reach your target weight or body composition goal, the focus shifts to maintaining and optimising your results. This may include continued monitoring, lifestyle guidance and occasional review appointments to ensure long-term stability. Some patients also choose to explore treatments that support muscle tone or skin quality as their body adjusts after weight loss.

10) How do I book?

You can begin by booking a consultation with the clinic. During this appointment you’ll receive a medical assessment, body composition analysis and a personalised weight management plan. If appropriate, treatment options will also be discussed. Booking can usually be completed online or by contacting the clinic directly to arrange your consultation.

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Book your £325 consultation and receive a personalised plan with monthly body composition monitoring.

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