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Martin Carlsson

MD, PhD, specialised in Endocrinology, Diabetology, Internal medicine and Clinical Chemistry

Martin Carlsson is a physician, Associate Professor and specialist in endocrinology. He is co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at Yazen Health, with a research background in type 2 diabetes, overweight, obesity and the digitalisation of healthcare.

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Martin Carlsson is a physician and specialist in endocrinology/diabetology, internal medicine and clinical chemistry.

He studied medicine at Karolinska Institutet, followed by doctoral research at Lund University on type 2 diabetes and the genetics of overweight and obesity.

Today, he is an Associate Professor at Linnaeus University, with main research interests in hypertension, type 2 diabetes, overweight and obesity, vitamin D, the metabolic syndrome and the digital transformation of healthcare.

Martin has authored more than 40 peer-reviewed scientific papers and contributed to several medical textbooks. He is the founder of the e-health company Accumbo AB (now Blodtrycksdoktorn) and co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Yazen Health, where he is dedicated to developing the future of care for people living with overweight and obesity.

Articles by

Martin Carlsson

Understanding Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects millions of women—and at Yazen, we help you manage symptoms, improve fertility, and take control of your weight and health.

Menopause and weight gain: Understanding the challenges and solutions with Yazen's support

Menopause often brings unexpected weight gain, but with Yazen’s expert support, women can take control of their health and feel confident through every stage.

Understanding Hypothyroidism: A Common Condition Among Women

Hypothyroidism is a common condition, especially among British women—and at Yazen, we’re here to help you understand and manage it with confidence.

Women and Weight: An Intersection of Physical and Mental Health

At Yazen, we support women through the physical, emotional, and hormonal aspects of weight—offering tailored treatment and compassionate care.

Sustainable Weight Loss and Health Benefits in Obesity Care: 18-Month Real-World-Evaluation Results in a Virtual Care Setting from Yazens First Operational Quality follow-up

This 18-month real-world evaluation data analysis demonstrates that Yazen Health’s fully digital care model, integrating pharmacological treatment and lifestyle intervention can provide effective, sustainable results in a real-world setting.

Summary

Patients achieved a weight reduction of 16.6%, accompanied by improvements in metabolic health markers including laboratory values, despite medication supply limitations and without using the maximum recommended dose of semaglutide. 70% remained in the program after 12 months. Weight loss outcomes were comparable to those observed in RCTs such as the STEP trials1-2.

Beyond BMI – redefining how we understand obesity

On World Obesity Day, Yazen brought together leading voices in healthcare to challenge outdated metrics and highlight how body composition is redefining the way we assess and treat obesity.

Beyond BMI: A more holistic approach to health with Yazen and Withings

Beyond BMI: The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission's innovative definition of Clinical Obesity

Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission redefinesobesity beyondlimitations of traditional BMI metrics

Breakthrough weight-loss drug cuts diabetes risk by 94%