Open AccessObesity 2021: Current Clinical Management of a Chronic, Serious Disease
Author(s) -
Robert F. Kushner
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
the journal of family practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1533-7294
DOI - 10.12788/jfp.0221
Subject(s) - medicine , obesity , guideline , disease , intensive care medicine , management of obesity , intervention (counseling) , disease management , chronic disease , physical therapy , weight loss , pathology , nursing , parkinson's disease
LEARNING OBJECTIVESAt the end of the activity, participants will be able to:• Recognize obesity as a chronic, relapsing, serious disease warranting long-term management and early intervention to minimize disease burden and decrease associated morbidity and mortality.• Destigmatize obesity to initiate and enhance patient engagement.• Apply guideline-recommended care for screening, diagnosis, and individualized treatment of adults and others with obesity.• Incorporate practical practice management strategies.