Dr Jess Mok
Consultant Bariatric & Weight Loss Surgeon in London
BMedSci, BMBS, MSc (Clin Nutr), FRCS,
PhD (GLP1 and weight management)
Specialist in Weight Management, Weight loss Injections and Bariatric Surgery in London
Consultant Bariatric, Upper Gastrointestinal & General Surgeon in London
Compassionate, Evidence-Based, Personalised
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About
Dr Jess Mok
Dr Jess Mok is a Consultant Bariatric and General Surgeon practising at the London Independent Hospital. She is also Clinical Lead for the Specialist Weight Management Service at Homerton Hospital in her NHS practise. She leads a comprehensive bariatric programme focused on optimising weight loss outcomes through a personalised, combination approach — integrating surgery, medication, behavioural support, and nutritional care.
She holds a PhD in GLP-1, the hormone at the heart of today’s most effective weight loss medications, and has been actively involved in clinical research, including serving as lead author of the BariOPTIMISE clinical trial. Dr Mok has published extensively in the field and has authored several book chapters and national guidelines on nutrition after bariatric surgery.
In addition to her expertise in weight management, Dr Mok offers advanced laparoscopic procedures for gallbladder disease, hernias, and acid reflux, delivering safe and effective surgical care tailored to each patient.
Dr Jess Mok works with patients at different stages of their weight-management journey, including those who:
Expertise to support patients find the right treatment for them
Bariatric Surgical Weight Loss
Dr Jess Mok offers a full range of surgical options to support long-term weight loss, including laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and mini (one anastomosis) gastric bypass. For those seeking non-surgical alternatives, she also provides intragastric balloon placement and tailored weight management plans. All procedures are designed with safety, sustainability, and personalised care in mind.
Medical Weight Loss
Dr Mok works closely with each patient to carefully assess medical history, lifestyle, and weight loss goals. She offers expert guidance on the latest weight loss medications, including GLP-1 based therapies, and develops treatment plans tailored to your individual needs. Medical support can be provided as a standalone approach or to enhance outcomes after bariatric surgery.
General and Gastrointestinal Surgery
As a skilled laparoscopic and general surgeon, Dr Mok offers minimally invasive procedures for hernias, gallbladder disease, and acid reflux. She also performs removal of skin and soft tissue lesions. Her surgical approach prioritises quick recovery, low complication rates, and a patient-first experience.
What to expect
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in-person or virtual
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Medical, surgical or combination approach with a clear personalised plan best suited for you. Prescriptions can be done electronically and sent directly to your own home with ongoing prescribing and supported dose escalations
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Initial consultation with Dr Jess Mok (up to 30mins) £200.00, follow up consultation ,15mins (£120.00)
Free initial pre-consultation appointments available (10mins)
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Ongoing support and review with options for one to one support or app based.
If you’re unsure whether you need a face to face appointment or virtual appointment please reach out on contact page
Dr Jess Mok is a registered and fee-assured provider for the below insurers
She also sees self pay patients
