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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.

Deep dives

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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