Obesity Management Workshop 2024
This workshop underscores a multi-factorial approach to obesity management in clinical practice. In light of the recent statement by the American Medical Association regarding the use of Body Mass Index, the workshop clarifies the definition of obesity for clinical purpose. This program addresses gaps in knowledge that would enhance effective obesity management by health care providers.
Skills / Knowledge
- Teamwork
- Medical Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Obesity Care
- Obesity Assessment
- Culinary Medicine
Earning Criteria
Required
Participants will learn: to describe approaches that address the limitations of using BMI for obesity management, to inform about the role and limitations of anti-obesity medications in obesity management, and to recognize benefits or drawbacks related to the new concept of using “Food as Medicine.” This activity is designed to inform clinicians of new obesity assessments and management strategies and how to implement them in practice.