Show Notes
In this conversation, Dr. Nina Crowley, discusses Obesity Care Week (March 4-8, 2024) with James Zervios, VP and Chief of Staff for the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). #ObesityCareWeek will focus on the ‘5 Principles of Obesity’ and advocating for the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act on Capitol Hill. They discuss the importance of addressing weight bias in healthcare, the complexity of insurance processes, and the role of comprehensive care teams. James also highlights OAC’s regional events and the significance of community engagement. The conversation ends with a call to action for healthcare providers to participate in Obesity Care Week by signing up for alerts and advocating for change at www.obesitycareweek.org
Recommended Episodes
Ep. 33 | Reducing Obesity Stigma with Action, Advocacy and the ASMBS with Dr. Ann Rogers
Dr. Nina Crowley and incoming ASMBS President, Dr. Ann Rogers discuss the 40th ASMBS meeting, and her upcoming theme for her presidency: ending obesity stigma. We discuss increasing access to care, advocating for policy changes, sharing patient stories, and the importance of personalized, collaborative care. Hear how Dr. Rogers plans to lead the ASMBS in ending obesity stigma!
Watch episode
Ep. 34 | Unpacking the American Diabetes Association 2024 Scientific Sessions with Dominique Williams
In this podcast episode, Dr. Nina Crowley and Dr. Dominique Williams discuss their first time at the ADA conference, highlighting the integration of obesity and diabetes care, patient-centered treatment, and the importance of body composition. They explore rapid advancements in medical science and emphasize shared decision-making in clinical practice.
Watch episode
Ep. 32 | Heartfelt and Mindful: A Conversation about Obesity with a Cardiologist and a Behavioral Dietitian
Dr. Nina Crowley and interventional cardiologist Dr. Arasi Maran engage in a co-hosted podcast for “Reboot with Dr. Arasi Maran” and “In the Know with Nina” about a behavioral approach to obesity, the role of body composition over BMI in obesity care, and the impact of anti-obesity medications for cardiologists and the growing need for education and comprehensive, interdisciplinary care teams in managing obesity together. The conversation highlights the importance of evidence-based practice, emphasizing the patient values and provider experience in addition to the best available evidence, as well as the growing need for better guidelines and education in the field of obesity medicine for all healthcare providers. Check out Dr. Arasi Maran’s website https://drarasimaran.com/ and listen to her podcast, ‘Reboot with Dr. Arasi Maran’
Watch episodeseca north america
Medical Measuring Systems and Scales since 1840
13601 Benson AvenueChino, CA 91710
USA
seca Service
As the world leader in medical scales, we also offer you first-class service. Together with our branches, partners and dealers, seca offers a worldwide service network that ensures our products work troublefree.
All rights reserved seca 2023