# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beyond the Scale - Your Weight Loss Questions Answered - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: In honour of World Obesity Day 2026: Join our medical team for short expert talks and a live Q&A answering your real weight loss questions.About this EventBeyond the Scale: Your Weight Loss Questions Answered is an educational World Obesity Day 2026 event designed to provide clear, evidence-based information about obesity and metabolic health in a respectful, non-judgemental environment.The evening will begin with four short, informative presentations from our multidisciplinary medical team. Dr Paige Lanyon-Roberts, (Metabolic Health Doctor), will explore why overweight and obesity occur and why weight loss is so difficult to maintain. Dr Janice Kiem, (Metabolic and Women’s Health Doctor), will provide an overview of current treatment options for obesity and metabolic disease, including newer injectible GLP1 therapies. Accredited Practising Dietitian Ms Jo-anne Nicholls will discuss how Dietitians support patients using weight loss medications, and Accredited Exercise Physiologist Miss Imogen Nicholson will explain how to exercise safely during weight loss to protect bone and muscle health.These talks will be followed by a one-hour live panel Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to ask questions in a supportive setting. Panel members include Dr Ben McCullough (Men’s Health Doctor), Dr Amy Coe (GP with an interest in Metabolic Health and ADHD), Dr Jennifer Taggart (Psychiatrist), Ms Hayley Sullivan (Dietitian), Dr Christine Shih (Metabolic Health Doctor), and Ms Marjan Mazaheri (Psychologist).This event is a safe, stigma-free space for people living with overweight or obesity, as well as anyone wanting to better understand metabolic health and modern weight management. The focus is on respectful discussion, practical education, and evidence-based care.There are 160 seats available. The venue is fully accessible, with wheelchair access, disabled toilets, and free on-site car parking. The event is proudly supported by BN Healthy, a Brisbane-based nutrition company.Whether you are considering treatment options, already on a weight loss journey, or simply seeking trustworthy information, this event offers expert insights beyond the number on the scale.AgendaWhy weight gain occurs and why it's so hard to loseHost: Dr Paige Lanyon-RobertsInfo: Dr Paige is a General Practitioner and Bariatric Doctor with extended training in obesity management and metabolic health, combining medical, surgical, lifestyle and psychological therapies tailored to each person’s goals. She brings over a decade of experience in both clinical care and bariatric surgery support. At Beyond the Scale, Dr Paige will explain why overweight and obesity occur and why weight loss is so difficult to maintain, helping you understand the biological and metabolic factors that influence weight beyond willpower alone.An overview of current treatment options for obesity and metabolic diseaseHost: Dr Janice KiemInfo: Dr Janice is a highly experienced General Practitioner, Women's Health and Bariatric Doctor with over 14 years in clinical practice, with a focus on women’s health across the lifespan, metabolic health, fertility, menopause and weight management. She takes a compassionate, comprehensive approach to personalised care. At this event, Dr Janice will provide an overview of current treatment options for obesity and metabolic disease, including modern injectable therapies like GLP-1 medications and how they fit into a broader treatment plan.How Dietitians nutritionally support patients taking weight loss medicationsHost: Ms Jo-anne NichollsInfo: Jo-anne is an experienced Accredited Practising Dietitian with over 15 years of clinical expertise supporting people with metabolic health, autoimmune conditions, digestive health and sustainable lifestyle change. She works collaboratively with patients to create practical, personalised nutrition strategies. In her talk, Jo-anne will cover how dietitians support patients using weight loss medications, including how nutrition plans are adapted alongside medical therapies to optimise results and metabolic health.How to exercise safely during weight loss to protect bone and muscle healthHost: Miss Imogen NicholsonInfo: Imogen is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist dedicated to helping people improve movement, strength and overall health through tailored, evidence-based exercise programs. Her expertise spans weight management, metabolic health, musculoskeletal conditions and safe, effective exercise progression. At Beyond the Scale, Imogen will explain how to exercise safely during weight loss to protect bone and muscle health, offering practical guidance on building strength and resilience throughout your journey.LIVE Multidisciplinary Team Expert Q&A sessionHost: MedSurg Clinical TeamInfo: Following the presentations the evening will conclude with a 1hour live panel Q&A offering attendees the opportunity to ask questions in a supportive, respectful & non-judgemental environment. This session is designed to address real-world concerns about weight, metabolism and treatment options from multiple clinical perspectives. The panel will include: Dr Ben McCullough – Men’s Health Doctor, with a focus on metabolic health & weight management in men Dr Amy Coe – GP with an interest in metabolic health & ADHD Dr Jennifer Taggart – Psychiatrist, providing insight into mental health, eating behaviours & the psychological aspects of weight management Ms Hayley Sullivan – Accredited Practising Dietitian, specialising in weight management, GLP-1 medications & disordered eating Dr Christine Shih – Metabolic Health Doctor, with expertise in obesity & chronic disease Ms Marjan Mazaheri – Psychologist, focusing on behaviour change, emotional health & the psychological drivers of weight - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/seven-hills/beyond-the-scale-your-weight-loss-questions-answered/100001980619529329 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, workshops, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com.au%2Fe%2Fbeyond-the-scale-your-weight-loss-questions-answered-tickets-1980619529329 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Seven Hills - **state**: QL - **country**: Australia - **location**: Ron Hurley Theatre - **lat**: -27.47731 - **long**: 153.0735368 - **full address**: Ron Hurley Theatre, 28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills, Australia ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: MedSurg Weight Loss-Metabolic & Weight Loss Clinic (https://allevents.in/org/medsurg-weight-loss-metabolic-and-weight-loss-clinic/27384578) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e22a2bf12a1073a7c33bf6329afbe0581720bb5397593b6022d78faf101e30f4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc337374-gmir.jpg?v=1769067128 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/6151b9759bf31201891ea2317adef68786c694478d475dab71853f75f13353c1-rimg-w400-h400-dc78707a-gmir.jpg?v=1769067127 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Wed, 04 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Ron Hurley Theatre, 28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills, Australia - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** MedSurg Weight Loss-Metabolic & Weight Loss Clinic - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** health-wellness, workshops, mental-health - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Beyond the Scale - Your Weight Loss Questions Answered ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Beyond the Scale - Your Weight Loss Questions Answered", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e22a2bf12a1073a7c33bf6329afbe0581720bb5397593b6022d78faf101e30f4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc337374-gmir.jpg?v=1769067128", "startDate": "2026-03-04", "endDate": "2026-03-04", "url": "https://allevents.in/seven-hills/beyond-the-scale-your-weight-loss-questions-answered/100001980619529329", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Ron Hurley Theatre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "28 Tallowwood Street", "postalCode": "4170", "addressLocality": "Seven Hills", "addressRegion": "QL", "addressCountry": "AU" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "-27.47731", "longitude": "153.0735368" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "In honour of World Obesity Day 2026: Join our medical team for short expert talks and a live Q&A answering your real weight loss questions.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "2026-03-04", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "0.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/seven-hills/beyond-the-scale-your-weight-loss-questions-answered/100001980619529329" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-04-05", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-04-05", "url": "https://allevents.in/seven-hills/beyond-the-scale-your-weight-loss-questions-answered/100001980619529329", "price": 0, "name": "General Admission" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "MedSurg Weight Loss-Metabolic & Weight Loss Clinic", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/medsurg-weight-loss-metabolic-and-weight-loss-clinic/27384578", "description": "MedSurg Weight Loss is a specialised metabolic and obesity clinic located in Brisbane. 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