Professionals

Our aim is to identify mutations in known and novel genes in patients with severe early onset obesity recruited to the Genetics of Obesity Study (GOOS).

 
We have identified mutations in 15 different genes in patients with severe obesity.  Our laboratory and clinical studies have allowed us to characterise these conditions in detail (see our library). The investigation of these genes is increasingly recognised as an important part of the work up of a severely obese child and has been included in guidelines for clinical practice (see useful resources).

Information about the genetic basis of obesity, clinical assessment of patients, genetic terminology and treatment can be found in this teaching webinar.