Navigating Pediatric Obesity: Tools and Strategies for Success in Primary Care

Discussing weight with pediatric patients and families is a nuanced challenge shaped by stigma, culture, and access—but it’s also a vital opportunity for early intervention. Dr. Jaime Moore shares how to build confidence, counter bias, and leverage practical tools and partnerships that support long-term, personalized care. Dr. Moore is an Assistant Professor of Pediatric Nutrition at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine and part of the Children’s Hospital Colorado Lifestyle Medicine Program. She also spoke about this topic at the 2025 American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference and Exhibition.