
The Diabetes Protocol
Type 2 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai

The Diabetes Protocol
Type 2 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai

The Diabetes Protocol
Type 2 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai

The Diabetes Protocol
Type 2 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai
What we treat
What we treat
Every stage of type 2 diabetes
Every stage of type 2 diabetes
Newly diagnosed
Newly diagnosed
Newly diagnosed
Clear next steps, without overwhelm.
Clear next steps, without overwhelm.
01
01
Long-term
management
Newly diagnosed (Child)
Long-term
management
Ongoing care that adjusts as your health and life change.
Ongoing care that adjusts as your health and life change.
02
02
Remission candidacy
Long-term management
Remission candidacy
For eligible patients, a real, structured path toward remission.
For eligible patients, a real, structured path toward remission.
03
03
Type 2 + weight management
Type 2 + weight management
Type 2 + weight management
Integrated care when weight is part of the picture. Visit Weight Loss →
Integrated care when weight is part of the picture. Visit Weight Loss →
04
04
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Could it actually be MODY?
If you were diagnosed with Type 2 at a younger age, aren’t overweight, or have close family members with diabetes diagnosed early, you may actually have MODY, a genetic form of diabetes that’s often misdiagnosed as type 2. MODY can respond very differently to treatment than typical type 2, so getting the right diagnosis matters.
If your diagnosis doesn’t quite fit the typical picture, it’s worth asking about MODY testing specifically.
?
Could it actually be MODY?
If you were diagnosed with Type 2 at a younger age, aren’t overweight, or have close family members with diabetes diagnosed early, you may actually have MODY, a genetic form of diabetes that’s often misdiagnosed as type 2. MODY can respond very differently to treatment than typical type 2, so getting the right diagnosis matters.
If your diagnosis doesn’t quite fit the typical picture, it’s worth asking about MODY testing specifically.
?
Could it actually be MODY?
If you were diagnosed with Type 2 at a younger age, aren’t overweight, or have close family members with diabetes diagnosed early, you may actually have MODY, a genetic form of diabetes that’s often misdiagnosed as type 2. MODY can respond very differently to treatment than typical type 2, so getting the right diagnosis matters.
If your diagnosis doesn’t quite fit the typical picture, it’s worth asking about MODY testing specifically.
Superior outcomes:
Superior outcomes:
reduction in HbA1c
Zakaria et al., Diabetes Technol Obes Med. 2025;1(1):171-83. doi:10.1089/dtom.2025.0020
Zakaria et al., Diabetes Technol Obes Med. 2025;1(1):171-83. doi:10.1089/dtom.2025.0020
11.60%
11.60%
improvement in HDL
24.54%
24.54%
reduction in triglycerides
7.68%
7.68%
reduction in BMI
7.58%
7.58%
reduction in LDL
How we manage type 2 diabetes
Baseline screening
comprehensive suite of labs and scans
Unrushed time
with your endocrinologist focussed entirely on you
The lifestyle team will reach out
to discuss additional results and set a plan

Results in 40 minutes
we have a CAP-accredited, real-time, in-house lab
Guaranteed CGM
onboard seamlessly on the app, and connect your wearables too
Bespoke journey of quarterly visits
depending on your condition, age and gender
How we manage type 2 diabetes
Baseline screening
comprehensive suite of labs and scans
Unrushed time
with your endocrinologist focussed entirely on you
The lifestyle team will reach out
to discuss additional results and set a plan

Results in 40 minutes
we have a CAP-accredited, real-time, in-house lab
Guaranteed CGM
onboard seamlessly on the app, and connect your wearables too
Bespoke journey of quarterly visits
depending on your condition, age and gender
How we manage type 2 diabetes
Baseline screening
comprehensive suite of labs and scans
Unrushed time
with your endocrinologist focussed entirely on you
The lifestyle team will reach out
to discuss additional results and set a plan
Results in 40 minutes
we have a CAP-accredited, real-time, in-house lab
Guaranteed CGM
onboard seamlessly on the app, and connect your wearables too
Bespoke journey of quarterly visits
depending on your condition, age and gender

A real, structured path toward remission
A real, structured path toward remission
18.43%
18.43%
average reduction in HbA1c among our Type 2 patients
average reduction in HbA1c among our Type 2 patients
average reduction in HbA1c among our Type 2 patients
Clinical research has shown that intensive, structured weight management can put Type 2 diabetes into remission for a meaningful proportion of patients, particularly when started soon after diagnosis. GLP-1 medications, originally developed for Type 2 diabetes management, are prescribed and monitored as part of this approach.
Remission isn’t guaranteed for everyone, but it’s a real, evidence-backed possibility we work toward with eligible patients.
Clinical research has shown that intensive, structured weight management can put Type 2 diabetes into remission for a meaningful proportion of patients, particularly when started soon after diagnosis. GLP-1 medications, originally developed for Type 2 diabetes management, are prescribed and monitored as part of this approach.
Remission isn’t guaranteed for everyone, but it’s a real, evidence-backed possibility we work toward with eligible patients.
What’s actually different
What’s actually different
Type 1
CAUSE
CAUSE
Autoimmune; the body stops producing insulin
Often begins in childhood or young adulthood, though it can occur later (see LADA, above)
Always requires insulin
Type 2
CAUSE
CAUSE
Primarily about insulin resistance
TYPICAL ONSET
TYPICAL ONSET
Typically develops gradually in adulthood
TREATMENT
TREATMENT
May be managed with lifestyle changes, oral medication, or insulin, depending on progression
VS
VS
Partners in type 2 care
Partners in type 2 care
Continuous glucose data with predictive alerts that warn you in advance.

Flash glucose monitoring that’s low-friction, seamless, and discreet.
Continuous glucose data with predictive alerts that warn you in advance.

Flash glucose monitoring that’s low-friction, seamless, and discreet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can type 2 diabetes be reversed or put into remission?
In some cases, yes. Clinical research has shown that intensive, structured weight management can put Type 2 diabetes into remission for a meaningful proportion of patients, particularly when started soon after diagnosis. At Metabolic, our patients see an average 18.43% reduction in HbA1c. Remission isn't guaranteed for everyone, but it's a real, evidence-backed possibility we work toward with eligible patients.
Is GLP-1 medication only for weight loss, or does it help Type 2 diabetes specifically?
Could I actually have MODY instead of Type 2?
How much does Type 2 diabetes treatment cost in Dubai?
Can type 2 diabetes be reversed or put into remission?
In some cases, yes. Clinical research has shown that intensive, structured weight management can put Type 2 diabetes into remission for a meaningful proportion of patients, particularly when started soon after diagnosis. At Metabolic, our patients see an average 18.43% reduction in HbA1c. Remission isn't guaranteed for everyone, but it's a real, evidence-backed possibility we work toward with eligible patients.
Is GLP-1 medication only for weight loss, or does it help Type 2 diabetes specifically?
Could I actually have MODY instead of Type 2?
How much does Type 2 diabetes treatment cost in Dubai?

Locations
Locations
Locations
UAE
UK (coming soon)
1 Knightsbridge, Unit A
SW1X 7LX London
1 Knightsbridge, Unit A SW1X 7LX London
Contact Details
Contact Details
Contact Details
Newsletter
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