Reducing Weight Bias and Stigma in Obesity Care

Overview

This module will equip you with the skills needed to initiate conversations about weight management and engage in supportive dialogue. Increased awareness of the impact of weight bias and stigma in health care will enhance your ability to provide respectful, empathetic care to patients living with obesity

Learning Objectives

Recognize the impact of weight bias and stigma in health care.
Identify supportive communication strategies that engage patients in health-related conversations.
Select clinical practices that support and empower patients who are vulnerable to weight stigma.

Faculty

Tracy L. Oliver, PhD, RDN, LDN

Tracy L. Oliver, PhD, RDN, LDN, is an Associate Professor in the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing at Villanova University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition from the University of Pittsburgh and both her master’s and doctorate degrees from Temple University in the field of Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Physiology. Her research interests include minimizing weight bias by delivering educational programs to healthcare professionals.

Summary

Availability:

On-Demand

Cost:

FREE

Credit Offered:

0.5 CME Credit

0.5 ABIM-MOC Point

0.5 ACPE Credit

0.5 ANCC Credit

0.5 AAPA Credit

0.5 CDR Credit

0.5 COP Credit

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