Struggling to lose weight despite trying? Weight is often driven by hormones — thyroid, insulin, cortisol and PCOS. As an endocrinologist, Dr. Ajay Shukla finds and treats the hormonal and metabolic causes of weight gain, and builds a safe, sustainable plan that actually works for you.
Dr. Ajay Shukla
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM Endocrinology (SGPGI), MRCP SCE (Diabetes & Endocrinology) • 17+ years
Why weight is a hormonal issue
Willpower alone rarely explains stubborn weight. Underactive thyroid, insulin resistance, PCOS, certain medications and metabolic factors can all make weight gain easier and loss harder. Identifying these is the difference between another failed diet and lasting results.
Who benefits from medical weight management
- Weight that won't shift despite diet and exercise
- Weight gain with tiredness, hair fall or irregular periods
- Obesity with diabetes, prediabetes or fatty liver
- Insulin resistance or PCOS-related weight
- Needing a safe, structured plan with medical supervision
How Dr. Shukla approaches weight loss
- Metabolic assessment — checking thyroid, blood sugar, insulin and related hormones.
- Personalised nutrition — practical Indian-diet plans, not starvation.
- Medical therapy where appropriate — modern evidence-based options for suitable patients.
- Treating underlying conditions — thyroid, PCOS, insulin resistance.
- Long-term follow-up — to keep weight off safely.
This page is general health information, not a substitute for a medical consultation. Diagnosis and treatment must be individualised — please book an appointment for advice specific to you.
Frequently asked questions
Can an endocrinologist help with weight loss?
Yes. An endocrinologist identifies and treats the hormonal and metabolic causes of weight gain — such as thyroid problems, insulin resistance and PCOS — and provides medically supervised, evidence-based weight management, which is especially useful when diets haven't worked.
Why can't I lose weight even with dieting?
Hormonal factors like an underactive thyroid, insulin resistance or PCOS can make weight loss very difficult. A medical assessment can uncover these causes so treatment can be targeted rather than relying on diet alone.
Are weight-loss medications safe?
Modern, prescription weight-management medicines can be safe and effective for suitable patients when used under a doctor's supervision, alongside diet and activity. Suitability and safety are assessed individually in consultation.