OAC Community Member Walt Medlin, also a bariatric surgeon and bariatric surgery patient, shares his thoughts on the need for improved access to obesity care. Be encouraged by his perspective and then add your name with the OAC to support greater access to care of all types!
June is Men’s Health. Join the OAC in spreading the message that all everyone’s health is important, and it’s critical we see our healthcare providers often to stay on top of prevention and treatment.
OAC Community Member Sarah Bramblette shares her story of attending one medical appointment in particular which illustrated many different and serious access to care issues. Read about Sarah’s experiences and add your name alongside the OAC to support access to care for everyone!
Are you registered yet for YWM2019 in Tampa this August? We asked some attendees why they were motivated to sign-up and join us, and their answers speak to the quality and community of this event. We hope you’ll register too!
Looking for additional resources and information to help you with weight management? Explore the YWM2019 EXPO Hall featuring more than 30 diverse vendors — offering products, services, samples…you name it!
The OAC is excited to welcome the SILVER LEVEL support of Amgen, a new member of our honorary Chairman’s Council! Learn more about Amgen and our common mission to improve the lives of patients affected by obesity while leveraging a science-based approach.
You’ve achieved meaningful accomplishments in your health journey… now celebrate your milestones and give back to the OAC, too! The OAC makes it easy year-round with our Donor Program. Here’s how you can participate.
OAC Community Member Jaime Fivecoat shares why she attends the OAC’s Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO every year. She comes for the education and stays for the experience — and the inclusiveness that connects her with other people who get it. Join Jaime at YWM2019 this summer in Tampa, August 1-3, by registering now!
The OAC is honored to welcome the support of Intercept Pharmaceuticals as a Silver Level member of our Chairman’s Council. Learn more about Intercept Pharmaceuticals and the OAC’s Chairman’s Council (the highest level of OAC Community Membership) today!
What is acceptance-based therapy and how can it help with weight control? Discover the thought-provoking research of Jason Lillis, PhD, leading researcher and presenter at OAC’s Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO this summer.
The OAC’s spring 2019 issue of Weight Matters Magazine, our most popular educational resource, has been posted online in our Community. Check it out today to learn about OAC’s Your Weight Matters Convention & EXPO taking place this summer, the benefits of neighborhood fitness groups, adding zesty berries to your diet and the relationship between obesity and kidney health.
OAC Chairwoman Michelle Vicari shares a personal letter inviting you to attend YWM2019 and invigorate your summer with education, inspiration and fun. Don’t miss Early-bird discounts ending May 31!
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