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Medical Weight Loss in Mornington
Expert weight management care with Dr Jo Pollott at The Bays Hospital
Get access to evidence-based weight loss treatments, personalised nutrition plans and ongoing support from an experienced GP with a clinical focus on weight management — right here on the Mornington Peninsula.
Eligibility criteria apply—see terms
Receive care from your own dedicated doctor for the duration of your weight loss journey
No chat bots, online quizzes or so called "health experts". Just the support of your own dedicated doctor with a focus on weight management, as well as a team of dietitians, exercise physiologists and mental health clinicians, who'll help determine the cause of your weight issues and develop an individualised plan to help address them.
Access to evidence based treatments for weight loss
No fad diets or quick fixes. At Alevia your doctor will discuss the full range of suitable options, including nutrition plans and physical activity for long-term health and, where appropriate, prescription weight-loss medicines that your doctor can prescribe and monitor as one component of care.
Get the support you need from a team who cares
At Alevia we have a holistic approach to health. We know that weight loss can be difficult, and that obesity is a chronic disease - it is not your fault! Our clinicians are here support you to develop a weight loss plan to improve your health, just without the judgement and the shame.
Your care pathway
Get the care you deserve from a doctor who understands weight. It starts with a comprehensive assessment where together we will discover the causes of weight gain followed by evidence-based strategies to lose weight — including, where appropriate, lifestyle changes, weight loss medications and bariatric surgery.
Clinical Assessment
- • Understand factors that may influence your weight (genetics, hormonal factors, underlying medical conditions that cause weight gain, sleep, stress and lifestage)
- • Body composition assessment
- • Discuss evidence based options to lose weight
- • Co-create an individualised plan with your doctor
*Bulk billing is available for new patients who hold a valid medicare card and are having a face-to-face appointment. View full terms
Active Weight Loss
- • Intensive support from your choice of medical doctors, dietitians, mental health clinicians and exercise physiologists
- • Assess and manage medical and lifestyle contributors to weight gain
- • Practical nutrition support to build sustainable habits
- • Resources and community support via our secure patient portal
*Bulk billing is available for new patients who hold a valid medicare card and are having a face-to-face appointment. View full terms
Ongoing Support
- • Identify and manage barriers to weight loss
- • Monitor metabolic health and your progress over time
- • Support for appetite, cravings and emotional eating
- • Regular body composition to ensure preservation of muscle mass
- • Community and resources in our portal
- • Formation of habits that support long term weight management
*Bulk billing is available for new patients who hold a valid medicare card and are having a face-to-face appointment. View full terms
Maintenance
- • Periodic reviews to help you maintain changes
- • Tools for relapse prevention and self-management
- • Appointment frequency tailored to your clinical needs
- • Face‑to‑face and telehealth appointment options
*Bulk billing is available for new patients who hold a valid medicare card and are having a face-to-face appointment. View full terms
How we help
We take a whole‑person approach that considers medical, nutritional, psychological and lifestyle factors that may contribute to weight gain. Your care is planned with you and reviewed over time.
- ✓Comprehensive clinical assessment and history
- ✓Collaborative goal‑setting and education
- ✓Nutrition guidance and meal planning support
- ✓Skills for managing eating triggers and habits
- ✓Movement advice suited to your abilities and preferences
- ✓Ongoing review and adjustments based on clinical need
We do not promote or advertise specific prescription-only medicines to the public. If clinically appropriate, your doctor may discuss, prescribe and monitor weight-loss medicines during a private consultation as part of your overall care.
What you can expect from our service
Care from doctors with a focus on weight management
Access to a multidisciplinary team including dietitians, exercise physiologists and mental health clinicians
Face‑to‑face and telehealth appointment options
Continuity of care where possible with the same doctor
Body composition assessment (where available)
Access to education resources, recipes, planning tools and optional group education sessions
Simple, Clear Pricing for Everyone
Weight loss programs from just $1–$4 per day after Medicare rebates
We keep it simple.
Three Steps, One Weight Loss Program
Eligibility criteria apply—see terms
- •Doctor consultations (short, long, or extended)
- •Dietitian appointments
- •Exercise physiologist sessions
- •Mental health support
Medicare rebates available on eligible appointments
(No lock-in. Just book when you need us.)
Meet Your Mornington Doctor
Dr Jo Pollott — General Practitioner
Dr Jo Pollott
MBBS, FRACGP
Clinical Focus: Weight Management
Dr Jo Pollott studied medicine at Imperial College London before completing her GP training in south-east England and moving to Australia in 2011.
As an experienced general practitioner with a strong focus on lifestyle medicine, Jo is dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting, evidence-based improvements in their health and wellbeing.
She has particular interests in medical weight management, women's health, and menopause care, and is a member of the Australian Menopause Society.
Outside of work, Jo values maintaining an active lifestyle. She enjoys strength training, running and hiking as well as discovering great food spots around the Mornington Peninsula and beyond.
Areas of Clinical Interest
Information on this page is general and does not replace personalised medical advice. Any discussion of treatment options occurs within a medical consultation to assess suitability for your circumstances.
Who we support
We support people whose weight is shaped by real biological, hormonal and lifestyle factors — not lack of willpower.
Our clinicians help people experiencing:
Hormonal changes such as PCOS, perimenopause or menopause
Emotional eating, stress eating and food cravings
Metabolic or genetic influences that affect weight
Weight gain linked to medications or medical conditions
Busy lifestyles, exhaustion and high stress
Difficulty losing weight with diet and exercise alone
Every person's situation is different — we help you understand what's driving your weight and create a plan that finally works for your body.
Visit Our Mornington Clinic
Conveniently located at The Bays Hospital on the Mornington Peninsula
Alevia Mornington
Now OpenThe Bays Hospital
Suite 9, 1 Vale Street
Mornington VIC 3931
Face-to-face & telehealth appointments
- ✓Free on-site parking
- ✓Modern medical facilities
- ✓Wheelchair accessible
- ✓Close to Mornington Main Street
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Frequently Asked Questions
Medical weight loss is a doctor-led approach that addresses the underlying medical, hormonal and lifestyle causes of weight gain. Unlike fad diets, it involves clinical assessment, evidence-based treatments and ongoing monitoring to help you achieve sustainable results.
Yes. We offer bulk-billed initial consultations for eligible Medicare patients who attend a face-to-face appointment. This means no out-of-pocket cost for your first visit. Eligibility criteria apply — full terms are available at the time of booking.
We do not promote or advertise specific prescription medications. If clinically appropriate, your doctor may discuss, prescribe and monitor evidence-based weight-loss medicines as part of your personalised treatment plan during a private consultation.
Our Mornington clinic is located at Suite 9, 1 Vale Street, Mornington VIC 3931, inside The Bays Hospital. There is free on-site parking and the facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr Jo Pollott (MBBS, FRACGP) is an experienced general practitioner with a strong clinical focus on weight management, women's health and menopause care. She trained at Imperial College London and has been practising in Australia since 2011.
Yes, we offer both face-to-face and telehealth appointment options so you can access care in the way that suits you best.
Fees & Billing
Bulk-billing
Available for eligible Medicare patients for selected consultations. See full terms.
Private fees
May apply for non-Medicare services. Full schedule at booking.
Eligibility criteria apply
Important Information
• General information only - not medical advice
• Treatment determined after clinical consultation
• Individual results vary
• No prescription medicine advertising
• Consult healthcare professional if symptoms persist
Bulk-billing Terms
Bulk-billing available to eligible Medicare patients for selected consultation types/times at participating locations. Conditions include appointment type, day/time, practitioner availability. Standard fees apply where bulk-billing unavailable. Full terms available at booking.