David Unwin,

Dr. David Unwin (MD) is an award-winning general practitioner in the UK, renowned for pioneering the low-carb approach to managing health, particularly in diabetes care. He has been recognized for his significant contributions to patient communication and chronic disease management. 

Key Insights

• Expert Clinical Advisor: Appointed as an expert clinical advisor by the UK Royal College of General Practitioners in 2015
• NHS Innovator of the Year: Received this prestigious award in 2016 for his innovative work with diabetes patients
• Cost Savings: His practice saved £57,000 on medications for type 2 diabetes and hypertension from 2017 to 2018 by promoting dietary alternatives

Key Achievements

• Influential Recognition: Named the ninth most influential general practitioner in the UK by GP magazine Pulse in 2018
• Fellowship: Elected as a Fellow of the UK Royal College of General Practitioners in 2008
• Medical Advisor: Serves as a medical advisor for the Low Carb Program, advocating for low-carb education among healthcare professionals
• Research Contributions: Authored several peer-reviewed papers to support the scientific basis of low-carb diets
• Media Coverage: His work has been featured in major outlets including the BBC, New Scientist, Daily Mail, and The British Medical Journal 
• Educational Initiatives: Collaborated on a free video course for doctors on implementing low-carb strategies with patients and published a popular screencast on managing type 2 diabetes