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.
Author: Rachael Snyder
Understanding Visceral Adipose Tissue: Key Insights for Health Professionals
Discover the critical role of visceral adipose tissue (VAT) in obesity management. This blog post delves into the significance of accurate VAT measurement, its impact on cardiometabolic risks, and the latest research insights. Learn how precise body composition analysis can enhance patient care and improve health outcomes.
Personal Exercise Prescriptions in Obesity Care
Insights from the ADA’s 84th Scientific Sessions: Embracing Body Composition in Diabetes and Obesity Care
Dive into our experiences at the ADA’s 84th Scientific Sessions in Orlando. Discover how body composition analysis is transforming diabetes and obesity care. Learn from our team’s insights and get inspired by new approaches to patient management. Read more for valuable takeaways and expert highlights.
Highlights from the ASMBS 40th Annual Meeting: Transformative Insights and Future Directions
Discover the key takeaways from the ASMBS 40th Annual Meeting in San Diego! From the transformative “butterfly effect” in metabolic bariatric surgery to initiatives against weight bias, and the importance of body composition analysis, this event was packed with inspiring talks and innovative ideas. Learn how the meeting highlighted the power of interdisciplinary approaches and engaged the next generation of healthcare professionals. Don’t miss the recap of this impactful event!
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!
OAC & seca: A Powerhouse Partnership Leading Patients and Healthcare Providers Beyond the Scale
Join Seca in supporting obesity care with a 5% sales donation from OMA, ASMBS, and ObesityWeek conferences. Discover our advanced body composition analyzers and our partnership with the Obesity Action Coalition to empower patient health journeys.
Health Uncensored with Dr. Drew
Explore this “Health Uncensored” episode where SECA’s CEO, Robert Vogel, and Dr. Angela Fitch, CMO of knownwell, discuss the breakthroughs in health tech. They highlight SECA’s advanced smart scale technology for precise body composition analysis, crucial in managing obesity, diabetes, and heart disease effectively.
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’https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8_kWqEaMTI
Ep. 31 | Bridging the Gap between Medicine and Fitness
In this conversation, Dr. Nina Crowley interviews Jeff Young, an expert in strength and conditioning and exercise programming, who is speaking about building the bridge between medicine and fitness at the upcoming Obesity Medicine Association Meeting in Denver. They explore the importance of incorporating exercise programming into medical treatment plans to ensure comprehensive care and the need for standardized terminology in the fitness industry. They also discuss the challenges of building trust and collaboration between healthcare professionals and fitness professionals. The conversation emphasizes the importance of creating informed consumers and the role of education in both the medical and fitness fields. They also touch on the significance of individualized metrics and body composition assessment in tracking progress and making adjustments, especially as it relates to significant weight loss seen with medical and surgical obesity treatments.