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Endoscopic Procedures for Obesity
Are you curious about non-surgical options for treating obesity? Join us for OAC’s next Health Talk where top experts Dr. Andrew Storm (Mayo Clinic-Rochester) and Dr. Michael Ujiki (NorthShore-Chicago) will explore endoscopic procedures for obesity. They’ll break down what options are available, how they work, who they’re for and why some patients choose endoscopic procedures over surgery. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!
Obesity and Lymphedema: What You Need to Know
In honor of World Lymphedema Day, join us for a must-watch Health Talk with Dr. Steven M. Dean, DO, FSVM, RPVI as we break down the important connection between obesity and lymphedema. If you or someone you love is struggling with swelling, discomfort or mobility challenges, this talk is for you! Dr. Dean will explain what lymphedema really is, why excess weight can increase your risk and how it affects daily life. Most importantly, he’ll share real strategies for managing symptoms, improving mobility and enhancing overall health through medical therapies, weight management and lifestyle changes.
Obesity and Heart Health
Join Dr. Harlan Krumholz, a renowned cardiologist, during American Heart Month as he shares exciting new discoveries about obesity treatments and heart health! From surprising findings about sedentary behavior to game-changing medications that do more than just reduce weight, learn why these breakthroughs matter for anyone wanting to keep their heart healthy and strong. In this eye-opening talk, you’ll learn:
• Why getting up and moving throughout the day matters more than you think
• How new obesity medications do much more than help people lose weight—they actually protect the heart
• Amazing findings about how these treatments can make the heart stronger and work better
• Surprising ways these medicines help fight off other diseases, too.
Whether you or someone you care about is dealing with weight or heart issues, or just want to stay healthy, this talk offers practical information about new treatment options that could help.
Liver Health and Obesity: Understanding the Connection
Your liver is a multitasker, working tirelessly to keep you healthy. But did you know obesity can put this vital organ at serious risk? Join us for our upcoming Health Talk with Dr. Johnathan Stine from Penn State Health where he’ll explore the critical role of the liver and how obesity can impact your liver health. This Health Talk cover topics like:
• The amazing functions of the liver
• Obesity’s connection to liver diseases
• How to protect your liver from inflammation and damage
• Tips for managing obesity and liver health
And here’s a bonus: coffee lovers, we’ve got some good news for you! Don’t miss this informative session that can change how you think about your liver health!
The Connection Between Grief and Weight
Grief is something we all face, whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a major life change like losing a job, or even the disappointment of things not turning out as planned. It’s an emotional experience that can take a toll on both our hearts and our bodies. In this Health Talk, Dr. Robyn Pashby will guide us through the connection between grief and weight, offering insights on how these struggles can affect each other. You’ll also hear practical tips for building resilience and managing your weight while navigating the emotional ups and downs that grief brings.
Whole Child Health: Creating a Supportive Environment for Children
As we recognize Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, join us for an insightful OAC Health Talk with Jill Castle, MS, RDN, a renowned pediatric nutrition expert, as we explore the concept of “Whole Child Health” and how to create a supportive environment for children. In this talk, Jill will address the harmful effects of food and body shaming and provide actionable strategies for parents and caretakers to foster a positive family culture. Discover how embracing open-minded attitudes about health, bodies and food can help children thrive physically and emotionally. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical ways to ensure that children feel accepted and loved at every size!
Understanding Eating Disorders & Obesity
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that impact millions of individuals and often intersect with obesity in unexpected ways. In this OAC Health Talk, psychologist and certified eating disorders specialist Kelly Broadwater, LPA, and anti-weight discrimination advocate Melinda J Watman, RN, will delve into various eating disorders and their connection to obesity. The pair will also outline essential treatment components and guide you on where to find help if you or a loved one is struggling.
PCOS and Weight with Priya Jaisinghan, MD
Join Dr. Priya Jaisinghani, a triple board-certified physician specializing in Obesity Medicine and Endocrinology and a Clinical Assistant Professor for an insightful Health Talk on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and its relationship to excess weight and obesity. PCOS is a condition that affects millions of women worldwide. In this talk, Dr. Jaisinghani will explore its causes, how it impacts weight and overall health, and effective strategies for managing this condition. Whether you’re personally affected by PCOS or simply want to learn more, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical advice.
Beyond BMI: Understanding Body Composition and Obesity
Empower your health journey with knowledge beyond Body Mass Index (BMI). Explore the importance of body composition metrics and learn how they impact your well-being. With the increasing usage of obesity medications, understanding these metrics is more crucial than ever. Join experts Nina Crowley, PhD, and Angela Fitch, MD, for our next Health Talk on Obesity Medications and Body Composition.
What is an Obesity Medicine Specialist?
In this OAC Health Talk, Kimberly Gudzune, MD, MPH, FTOS, will tell you everything you need to know about obesity medicine specialists! While Obesity Medicine Specialists are different from other doctors, they’re just as important to have on your team of healthcare professionals if you’re considering medical obesity treatment. And with the unsafe practice of GLP1 compounding on the rise, it’s crucial to know you can trust the doctor you’re working with. Dr. Gudzune will even tell you what to expect during your first visit to an obesity medicine specialist!
Unveiling Disparities: The Gap in Medication Testing for Individuals with Obesity
Medications are used every day by people with obesity to treat conditions unrelated to weight, like depression, infections and cancer. People with obesity deserve to know if the medications they use are safe and effective for them, but right now, there is no requirement that new drugs be specifically tested in people with obesity before approval, putting them at unnecessary risk for poorer health outcomes. In this episode of Fresh Perspectives, Joe Nadglowski and Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford will discuss the gap in medication testing for individuals with obesity.
Male Issues in Mental Health and Obesity
Overall, men have higher rates of overweight and obesity than women but are often less likely to seek outside help for care and treatment. Similarly, men are less likely than women to seek help for their mental health. In this OAC Health Talk, behavioral expert and bariatric specialist Paul Davidson, PhD, will address the issues men face when it comes to mental health and obesity, including the challenges, barriers in finding care and how to overcome them.
Using Music for Self Care
Did you know that stress can have an impact on weight? Many people increase their food intake in response to stress. However, music is an alternative source of comfort and can be a great tool in your coping toolbox! In this OAC Health Talk, licensed social worker and board-certified music therapist Stephanie Zaic will break down the concept of music therapy and teach you how to create a musical biography and playlist for self-care.
Medications to Treat Obesity: Separating Fact from Fiction
There is much confusion around medications to treat obesity. We all have questions like, “Isn’t taking medications to treat obesity the easy way out?” or “Won’t I regain weight if I stop taking the medication?” In this OAC Health Talk, Dr. Nisha Patel, a physician in the field of obesity, culinary medicine, and clinical lipidology, will help you separate fact from fiction by breaking down common myths and misconceptions about anti-obesity medications.
Signs, Symptoms and Forms of Post-operative Addiction
Post-operative addiction is often overly simplified as transfer addiction or cross-addiction, assuming individuals “trade” compulsive eating for other compulsive behaviors. In this OAC Health Talk, Kelly Broadwater, psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist, will help you understand how addictive processes occur after surgery by breaking down the signs, symptoms and forms of post-operative addiction.
Telemedicine: Medical Obesity Care at Your Fingertips
Telemedicine became a popular tool during the pandemic because it allows healthcare professionals to provide medical care to patients in different locations through electronic communication. But what does that mean for patients with obesity? In this Health Talk, Dr. Katherine H. Saunders will tell us about the benefits and drawbacks of telemedicine and how it can improve access to obesity care. She will also provide some tips on how to get the most out of your virtual appointments.
Robotic Surgery- The Future of Obesity Care
Considering a robotic surgery procedure? In this Health Talk, you’ll hear from bariatric surgeon Walter Medlin, MD, ASMBS, who will tell you about robotic surgery, if you should consider it for yourself and what questions you should ask your surgeon before considering robotic surgery. Watch to find out what the future holds for obesity care and bariatric surgery!
How to Cope with Seasonal Stress and Depression
With fall in full bloom and winter right around the corner, the seasons are changing rapidly and sometimes that can affect your mental state. Managing stress and depression during the changing seasons can be difficult and sometimes feel impossible. In this Health Talk, you will hear from clinical health psychologist, Robyn Pashby, PhD, who will provide you with some helpful tips on how you can cope with seasonal stress and depression.
Helping Your Child Who Has Challenges with Weight
It can be challenging to find the right help for your child who has obesity. The first step is to understand the complex, chronic disease of obesity, how it affects children and the different treatment options available for children and adolescents. In this Health Talk, you will hear from a Professor of Pediatrics, Aaron Kelly, PhD, who will help you understand what childhood obesity is, how to talk to your child’s healthcare provider about it and the different treatment options available.
Understanding and Managing Your Food Cravings
Why we crave certain foods can be difficult to understand. Between the different types of food cravings and how hard it can be to control each of them, it can feel impossible to manage. In this OAC Health Talk, you will hear from Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Jill Cruz, MS, CNS, who will help you recognize the different types of food cravings and provide you with some helpful tips on how to take charge of them.
Eating Disorders: What to Know and Identifying Signs
Eating disorders can be a concern or question for many who are along the journey to improved weight and health. More specifically, it can be tough to know how to spot signs you could be dealing with an eating disorder, in addition to having the proper tools in order to address this issue. Often times, eating disorders can go undiagnosed due to stigma, a lack of information or inability to recognize symptoms. Licensed psychologist, Connie Stapleton, PhD, will provide us with helpful information about the different types of eating disorders and the impact on your physical and mental health, while also offering hands-on tools to recognize and treat this important issue.
Find a Program that Works for You: Setting Yourself Up for 2022
With the holidays behind us and 2022 now here, many of us are ready to tackle our nutrition and health goals that we set coming into the new year. However, when it comes to nutrition and health, there are so many different plans and treatment options advertised that it can be difficult picking the right one for you. In this OAC Health Talk, Holly F. Lofton, MD, will help you understand how to navigate your options and find a health plan that meets your lifestyle and health goals.
How to Enjoy the Holidays and Stay on Track
The holidays can be a time of joy as you gather around family and friends, but it can also bring stress and make it tough to stay on track. It’s important to know how to keep yourself mentally, emotionally and physically healthy during the holidays. In this OAC Health Talk, you will hear from Nina Crowley, PhD, RDN, LD, as she provides you with some tips and tricks on how to stay on track and check in with yourself during this holiday season.
Bariatric Surgery – Everything You Need to Know Before and After Surgery from a Patient Perspective
Making the decision to have bariatric surgery can bring on different emotions for everyone. And once the surgery is scheduled, likely you’ve faced many questions centered around the uncertainty of what to expect physically, mentally and emotionally. In this OAC Health Talk, you will get to hear directly from a patient who has been through this whole process of making the decision and preparing for bariatric surgery. OAC National Board Member and bariatric surgery patient, Kristal Hartman, will walk you through what to expect as you enter this next phase in your journey and help you be better prepared for what’s to come.
Why Eating Less and Moving More is Not the Simple Solution to Obesity
The truth is, there is no simple solution to treating obesity. Eating less and moving more is not the answer when treating obesity and it’s time that people recognize that! The disease of obesity is complex and not one type of treatment works for everyone. Understanding the science behind obesity and dispelling the common myths is crucial when choosing a treatment plan that works best for you and your lifestyle. Join Sarah Muntel, RD, for an educational conversation about focusing on lifestyle versus dieting, living a balanced life, the science behind calorie counting and much more!
Covid-19 and Getting Back Out There
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has had a profound effect on all our lives, and as restrictions are slowly being lifted, we know there is a lot on everyone’s minds as we re-enter society and navigate this new normal. The OAC is honored to have Robyn Pashby, PhD, a licensed clinical health psychologist and certified health coach, address these concerns and provide useful guidance on navigating the post-COVID world.
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