Embrace Comprehensive Care for Adolescent Obesity

Recent changes in the management of adolescent obesity emphasize a shift from a traditional stepped care approach to a more comprehensive strategy. Clinicians are now encouraged to assess the individual circumstances of each patient and utilize the full spectrum of obesity care options right from the beginning. This includes not only lifestyle modification therapy but also the potential use of obesity medications and discussions around metabolic and bariatric surgery for adolescents with Class 2 or Class 3 obesity, especially those with weight-related complications. The focus is on immediate and personalized care strategies rather than a sequential trial of interventions.