Obesity Medicine: Management Essentials CME Conference - La Jolla, California

Conference Overview
The Obesity Medicine: Management Essentials conference aims to equip health care providers with a thorough understanding of obesity, its multifaceted treatment strategies, and the complications associated with it. Participants will explore evidence-based approaches to managing obesity, including lifestyle interventions, pharmacotherapy, and surgical options. Additionally, the course will address the physiological, psychological, and social implications of obesity and include strategies to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Educational Objectives
After attending this live activity, participants should be able to:
- Review the epidemiology and pathophysiology of obesity.
- Implement appropriate tools and methods to assess obesity in patients.
- Design effective dietary and activity plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Develop comprehensive management plans for patients with obesity and obesity-related complications.
- Implement culturally sensitive care practices to address obesity in diverse populations.


Speakers: Samantha Harris, MD - Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD - Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, David Ahn, MD - Hoag Hospital, Eduardo Grunvald, MD - UCSD Bariatric and Metabolic Institute, Alaina Vidmar, MD - Alaina Vidmar, MD