LIVE WEBINAR

Global Obesity Day: Translating Diabetes and Obesity Guidelines into Global Clinical Practice

OVERVIEW

This live webinar brings together international experts to examine evidence-based strategies for managing diabetes and obesity across diverse regions. Through four focused presentations and interactive panel discussion, participants will gain actionable insights into global trends, clinical guidelines, and equitable care solutions. Join on March 2, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. EST for 75 minutes of expert dialogue.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Describe regional variations in obesity and diabetes prevalence and management challenges.

Apply the latest 2026 ADA Standards of Care to comprehensive obesity treatment.

Identify strategies to reduce stigma and improve equitable access to pharmacotherapy and long-term care.

Discuss public health interventions for obesity, including childhood prevention, in Middle East and Latin American contexts.

DATE & TIME

March 2, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. EST

FACULTY

Dr. Shagun Bindlish, MD, FACP, FOMA (USA Region)

Scientific & Medical President, American Diabetes Association (California). Globally recognized endocrinologist and obesity specialist; Founder of Golden State Obesity Society. Drives innovation, education, and advocacy in diabetes and metabolic health.

Dr. Roopa Mehta, MD (Mexico/Latin America Region)
Renowned expert in endocrinology and public health, specializing in obesity epidemiology and intervention strategies across Latin America. Focuses on overcoming systemic barriers to effective weight management in diverse populations. 

Enrique Caballero, MD (USA Region, Facilitator) 
President, Medicine & Science at the American Diabetes Association (ADA). Endocrinologist and Director of International Innovation Programs at Harvard Medical School's Office for External Education. Leads Latino Diabetes Health at Brigham and Women's Hospital and past chair of ADA's Health Disparities Committee. Founder of Joslin Diabetes Center's Latino Diabetes Initiative. 

Prof. Mohamed Hassanein, FRCP, CCST, MPhil, MBChB (Middle East/North Africa Region) 

Professor of Medicine (Mohamed Bin Zayed University, Dubai) and Senior Consultant Endocrinologist (Dubai Hospital). Expert in diabetes-Ramadan management (ADA/IDF guideline author) and Emirates Cardiometabolic Guidelines. 100+ publications; specializes in diabetes/obesity epidemiology and HCP education.

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