Obesity is a complex, chronic disease that affects millions, yet medical training has historically lagged behind the science. Across three recent multi-institution studies involving up to 10 U.S. medical schools,
I’m on a mission to educate healthcare professionals (as well as the individuals they treat), about the changing field of obesity care. GLP-1 medications are having a ripple effect throughout
In my introductory small group session on Lifestyle Medicine for first-year medical students, I ask students to interview and introduce the person sitting next to them. This simple ice breaker
Earlier this year I had the honor of chairing an NIH sponsored symposium on the Present and Future of Obesity Medical Education in the United States. After hearing presentations from
Enjoyed participating in the live virtual roundtable discussion for pharmacists on improving team-based obesity care sponsored by Pharmacy Times Continuing Education that attracted 1300 pharmacists from around the country. As
Self-care is simply your ability to give your mind and body what they need to thrive. It means nourishing yourself with healthy food, staying active, managing stress, prioritizing sleep, and
Having health goals is one thing; setting up your environment to make those goals effortless is another. Today’s GLP-1 medications are game-changers for managing appetite and body weight, doing the
Obesity medications are frequently in the news for their ability to drive weight loss, but their true value goes much deeper: they can be a powerful gateway to long-term health.
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