Case Consult: James, a Man With T2DM and Obesity
Release Date: May 3, 2022
Expiration Date: May 3, 2023
Time to Complete Activity: 0.50 hour
Faculty
Robert F. Kushner, MD (Chair)
Professor of Medicine and Medical Education
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicin
Director, Center for Lifestyle Medicine
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, IL
W. Timothy Garvey, MD
Butterworth Professor
Director, Diabetes Research Center
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
Target Audience
This activity has been designed for clinicians interested in the management of patients with obesity. Specialties include primary care providers, cardiologists, endocrinologists, obstetricians/gynecologists, and rheumatologists.
This activity is provided by Paradigm Medical Communications, LLC.
In partnership with the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) and Obesity Action Coalition (OAC).
Supporter Acknowledgment
This activity is supported by an educational grant from Novo Nordisk Inc.
Program Overview
Obesity continues to become more prevalent in the United States, and with it, patients’ health and quality of life are diminished by increased incidence of conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea. The majority of clinicians are uncertain addressing obesity and weight loss for and with their patients out of fear of alienating the patient. Clinicians seek education to help foster weight loss to aid patients in achieving their health goals.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Summarize the efficacy of GLP-1 RAs for weight loss and effects on comorbid conditions and related complications
- Select evidence-based, guideline-aligned treatment for patients with obesity and comorbid conditions and related complications
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W. Timothy Garvey, MD
Research Funding: Eli Lilly and Company; Epitomee; Novo Nordisk, Inc.; Pfizer Inc (expired)
Robert F. Kushner, MD
Advisor: Novo Nordisk, Inc.; Pfizer Inc
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Obesity Medicine Association staff member has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
Independent peer reviewer has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.
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