The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
REBOOT #324: Obesity Medicine FAQ with Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford
Aug 21, 2023
Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford, an expert in obesity medicine, reframes our approach to obesity and discusses effective medications for treatment. They explore patient goals, treatment options, including surgery and behavioral support, and the underutilization of evidence-based treatments. The episode also includes an ad for Babble language learning app.
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Quick takeaways
- Obesity should be treated as a chronic disease and requires long-term care and treatment.
- Language used to discuss obesity should be patient-centered and focus on the disease rather than labeling individuals.
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Obesity is a disease that requires chronic treatment
Obesity is a disease that should not be stigmatized or seen as a result of willpower or moral failing. It requires chronic treatment and care like any other chronic disease.
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