Run the List Overview of Obesity
Jan 5, 2026
Brooke Matson, an endocrinologist specializing in obesity management, shares her insights on treating obesity as a chronic disease. She emphasizes a patient-centered approach that focuses on modest weight loss to prevent complications. Brooke discusses the importance of lifestyle changes, the role of medications like GLP-1 receptor agonists, and when to consider bariatric surgery. The conversation highlights the need for support teams and community programs, along with addressing mental health in obesity management. A practical, compassionate view on navigating obesity is the key takeaway.
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Use Compassionate, Person-First Language
- Remove blame and use person-first language when discussing obesity with patients.
- Treat obesity as a chronic disease requiring ongoing management, not moral failing.
Aim For Health-Focused Weight Goals
- Set realistic goals focused on health benefits rather than just BMI normalization.
- Emphasize that even ~5% weight loss yields meaningful health improvements.
Check Medication List For Weight Drivers
- Review and deprescribe medications that can cause weight gain when possible.
- Look for steroids, beta blockers, insulin, sulfonylureas, antipsychotics, some antidepressants, and gabapentinoids.