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Considerations before implementing Counterweight

  To ensure that Counterweight is implemented
  successfully, it is recommended that PCTs
  consider the factors listed below:

• The appointment of a minimum 0.4 whole time equivalent (wte) NHS Counterweight Clinician dedicated to Counterweight to ensure sustainability of the programme
   
• Identification of key personnel to lead the programme within PCTs and practices
   
• Development of an obesity strategy in each PCT area to include Counterweight as a primary care intervention to address obesity
   
• Identification of personnel to lead patient education and support within the practice
   
• Potential overlap or streamlining of any existing local weight management services
   
• A review of necessary equipment for weight management
   
• Type of service to be offered including the interventions to be made available within the PCT
   
• Patient screening and referral criteria
   
• Structure for appointments to be offered
   
• Time commitment of the practice to weight management
   
• Documentation of clinical measures to enable audit of outcomes
   
• Local factors which may require additional attention prior to programme implementation