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Nearly all recognized obesity as a\u00a0chronic disease and felt responsible for its management, but almost half considered their training insufficient. While 80% acknowledged the need for multimodal therapy programs, awareness of available healthcare services was low. The most significant barrier to effective obesity care from the GP\u2019s point of view was a\u00a0lack of patient motivation. Female GPs were more likely to screen for dietary habits and physical activity, refer patients to specialized care, and request additional resources, whereas male GPs were more likely to prescribe pharmacotherapy. More experienced GPs felt better trained but were less likely to seek treatment guidelines. Regional and practice-setting differences influenced attitudes and referral patterns. 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