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How we began
After completing his training as a GP and working in Ireland for a number of years, Dr Crotty, moved to Canada where his passion for Bariatric Medicine flourished. He established and ran a successful medical weight management clinic and strongly advocated for improved care for people living with overweight and obesity.
On his return to Ireland in late 2019 he connected with Prof Carel le Roux, Irelands foremost authority in Bariatric/Obesity medicine and a world-renowned researcher in the area. Together they set about meticulously planning a service that is different from anything that has previously existed in Ireland - a non-judgemental, patient-centred, medical weight management clinic based on the highest level of scientific evidence.
Dr Crotty and Prof le Roux are passionate about changing the conversation that surrounds weight in Ireland. They have worked tirelessly to advocate for the provision of treatment that those who live with this medical condition deserve.
My Best Weight has been recognised by EASO (European Association for the Study of Obesity) as a “leading obesity management centre in Europe” and becomes the first, non-hospital based, accredited centre in Ireland. As part of this pan-European network of EASO-Collaborating Centres for Obesity Management (EASO-COMs) we contribute to guidelines, education, scientific exchange & research in the area of weight management.
My Best Weight continues to develop and in October 2025, Prof Francis Finucane joined the our team. Our clinic brings together many of Ireland’s leading experts in obesity care, research, and education to advance our mission to deliver compassionate, evidence based obesity care.
Our Mission
To provide a safe and helpful environment to talk about weight. We strive to identify and address the specific and unique causes of a persons weight issues. We focus on sustainable long term weight management and health gain through an individualised and evidence based approach.
Introducing Our Team
Dr Mick Crotty
GP & Obesity Medicine Specialist, Co-Founder & Clinical Lead
Dr. Michael Crotty achieved his Bachelor in Medicine with Honours from University College Dublin in 2005. He completed Basic Surgical Training and was awarded Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons before transitioning to General Practice. Michael completed 4 years of vocational training in General Practice in 2012. He was awarded first place in Ireland in the membership exams of the Irish College of General Practice.
In 2014, Michael moved to Alberta, Canada where his passion for Bariatric Medicine ignited, culminating in the establishment of the Synergy Medical Weight Management Clinic. He became was an active member of Obesity Canada and is a regular speaker on the subject of Obesity. Mick was awarded SCOPE certification in 2018, participated in the SCOPE Leadership Program & was recognised as a SCOPE National Fellow by the World Obesity Federation.
Dr Crotty was appointed as GP Lead for Obesity by the Irish College of GPs and is a member of the Clinical Advisory Group of the National Clinical Programme for Obesity as well as co-chair of the Adult Weight Management Subgroup. He is a committee member of the Association for the Study of Obesity on the island of Ireland.
He is a strong advocate for people living with obesity and believes we must change the systemic stigma/weight bias that is prevalent in society.
Michael loves spending time with his family at home in Greystones. He is at his happiest cooking and listening to country music - his family enjoy his wonderful food and tolerate his taste in music!
Professor Carel le Roux
Obesity Medicine Specialist, Co-Founder
He graduated from medical school in Pretoria, South Africa, completed his specialist training in metabolic medicine at St Bartholomew’s Hospitals and the Hammersmith Hospitals. He obtained his PhD from Imperial College London where he later took up a faculty position. He moved to University College Dublin for the Chair in Experimental Pathology and he is now a Director of the Metabolic Medicine Group.
He currently coordinates an Innovative Medicine Initiative project on obesity. He previously received a President of Ireland Young Researcher Award, Irish Research Council Laureate Award, Clinician Scientist Award from the National Institute Health Research in the UK, and a Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Fellowship for his work on how to treat obesity as a chronic disease.
Professor Francis Finucane
Obesity Specialist, Consultant in Endocrinology & General Internal Medicine
Prof Finucane joined the My Best Weight team in October 2025. He is a consultant in endocrinology and general internal medicine at Galway University Hospitals, with a special interest in the prevention and treatment of obesity and its complications.
He is also an honorary full professor of medicine at the University of Galway, where he runs a masters course in obesity. He has published several scientific papers about many different aspects of obesity. He has a degree in medicine from RCSI, a doctorate in medicine (MD) from Trinity College Dublin, an MSc in clinical research and a PhD in medicine from the University of Galway. He remains a visiting researcher at the University of Cambridge, where he completed a four-year post-doctoral research fellowship in 2010. He is a funded investigator at CÚRAM and is a board member of the Irish Heart Foundation.
He is excited to join My Best Weight, because it is an opportunity to collaborate with experts in the multidisciplinary treatment of obesity to deliver the best possible care to patients with obesity.
Dr Anna Crawford
GP Specialising in Obesity Medicine
Dr Crawford studied medicine at Glasgow University and went on to work in several specialties as part of foundation training in Glasgow. She spent time working in emergency medicine in Australia before returning to Glasgow for general practice training. She obtained a diploma in women's health and family planning during her training. After working as a GP in London, she moved to Dublin and focused her practice on health screening and sexual health before returning to general practice.
During her work as a general practitioner and in health screening she developed a keen interest in preventative and lifestyle medicine, as well as obesity management. She completed a diploma in nutrition and weight management in 2019.
She joined the team at My Best Weight in 2023 and continues to work in general practice.
Josh Percival
CORU Registered Dietitian, Exercise Physiologist Programme Director - MBW Health
Josh Percival is a CORU Registered Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist with a diverse background in exercise science and nutrition. He holds three first-class degrees: a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science from the University of Limerick, an MSc in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics from University College Dublin, and an MSc in Exercise Physiology from Loughborough University in England.
With over ten years of experience as a Personal Trainer and Strength and Conditioning coach, Josh uniquely integrates his expertise in exercise and movement with his dietetic practice.
Josh has joined the MyBestWeight team as he is passionate about supporting individuals living with obesity and providing holistic and comprehensive care.
Apart from knocking the ball around the golf course with friends, you will most likely find Josh pursuing his passion for movement and exercise through various physical activities from swimming to CrossFit.
Dolores McManus
Administrative Lead
Dolores brings over 10 years of experience in the health and wellbeing area to her role as the Administrative Lead in My Best Weight.
In addition to excellent communication and organisational skills she is qualified as a personal trainer by the International Sports Science Association and is an accomplished pilates instructor. Dolores also has a diploma in nutritional therapy.
In her spare time, Dolores enjoys being active outdoors, from walking her dog to cycling the ring of Kerry.
Ciara Regan
Officer Manager
Ciara is an experienced administrator and receptionist who plays a key role in the day-to-day running of My Best Weight.
Having previously worked in hospitality management in both Ireland and Spain, she brings a strong customer focus, excellent organisational skills and a warm, professional approach to supporting patients and the wider clinic team.
Outside of work, Ciara enjoys practising yoga and is currently working towards her yoga teaching certification. She also has a keen interest in fashion, particularly sustainable fashion.
What people say about My Best Weight
“I have never felt so heard, supported, understood & respected in a conversation about my weight. One of the biggest shifts for me was not being asked to step on a scales. It took away all the dread & shame l've previously experienced in my many weight loss attempts. Thank you!”
“It was so nice to be listened to and refreshing to not be blamed for once for my weight. Thank you to the entire team”
— CIARA, 38
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