Dr Simon Chappell

Professional statement

Dr Simon Chappell is a highly accomplished and well-regarded general practitioner and lifestyle medicine/weight management physician who currently practises at the PHP (Private Healthcare Professionals) clinic in Devon. His main area of expertise is weight loss and weight management. 

He graduated in medicine from the University of Bristol and completed vocational training in General Practice in North Devon. He holds a diploma from the International Board for Lifestyle Medicine and is deeply committed to addressing, reversing, and preventing chronic diseases through lifestyle modifications. As a CHIP (Complete Health Improvement Programme) Facilitator and a MMF (Moving Medicine Forward) Master, Dr Chappell is also trained in Evidence-Based Plant-Based Clinical Nutrition from the University of Winchester.

His expertise reflects a strong focus on empowering patients to adopt healthier habits for long-term well-being. With a specialist interest in weight management, Dr. Chappell is a SCOPE-Certified Practitioner, holding the only internationally-recognized obesity management qualification. This certification is widely regarded as the "gold standard" for healthcare professionals managing overweight and obesity.

Dr Chappell is licensed to prescribe medications such as Wegovy® and Mounjaro®, as well as provide the Allurion® gastric balloon, alongside tailored dietary guidance and physical activity plans. His approach is designed to support clients in achieving and maintaining meaningful, sustainable weight loss.