The Impact of Obesity

Live Webinar

Obesity is a complex disease. Effective management requires a multidimensional approach that considers not only lifestyle changes but also the individualized needs of each person living with obesity. Join us for an overview of person-centered obesity care, beginning with a discussion on the impact of obesity, its risk factors, and associated comorbidities.

Overview

Obesity is a complex disease. Effective management requires a multidimensional approach that considers not only lifestyle changes but also the individualized needs of each person living with obesity. Join us for an overview of person-centered obesity care, beginning with a discussion on the impact of obesity, its risk factors, and associated comorbidities. Participants will gain insight into the various obesity management interventions, including lifestyle interventions, pharmacotherapy, and surgical options.

Learning Objectives

Identify risk factors and comorbidities associated with obesity. 
Recall the obesity management interventions used to care for people living with obesity. 
Understand the importance of person-centered obesity care.

Speaker

Victoria Bouhairie, MD

Parry’s Wellness & Diabetes Center

Charlotte, NC

Dr. Bouhairie is a Medical Doctor, who is double board certified in Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes as well as Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Bouhairie has over fifteen years of experience and gained rich experience in endocrine-related and diabetes care under world experts.  Her specific clinical interests are in diabetes and obesity management, prevention, and remission. Dr Bouhairie views the relationship with her patients as a partnership using her expertise to search for the root causes of what is creating symptoms, provide patient education and ensure everyone gets equal quality healthcare.

Moderator

Lucia M. Novak, MSN, ANP-BC, BC-ADM

Diabesity, LLC 

Funder Acknowledgment

Novo Nordisk is a strategic supporter of the Obesity Association, a division of the American Diabetes Association.

Summary

Availability:

Registration Required

Location:

Online Meeting

Date / Time:

Jul 23, 2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET

Cost:

FREE

Credit Offered:

No Credit Offered

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