Community Perspectives

You may be defined by many things, but your weight is not one of them. How would you describe your identity? Share how you want to be seen by submitting a photo to the OAC’s “I Am Not My Weight” Campaign!

Have you ever wondered who else is an OAC Community Member? What stories and experiences others are sharing? What they think about topics related to obesity that you also care about? Find out by connecting in the NEW OAC Community Member Discussion Forum.

OAC Community Member Melinda Watman shares her experience testifying about the need for greater access to obesity care coverage in Massachusetts.

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!