Pharmacotherapy for Weight Loss in Obese Patients

Authors

Sara Ancona, MD, Thomas Jefferson UniversityFollow

Document Type

Presentation

Presentation Date

4-4-2019

Comments

Presentation: 54:39

Abstract

Objectives

• Understand indications for weight loss pharmacotherapy
• Learn the medications that are FDA-approved for long-term weight loss and their uses
• Learn how to choose the appropriate medication for your patient
• Understand the indications for referral to bariatric surgery

Roadmap

• Local and National Epidemiology
• Role of family physician in screening
• Indications for weight loss pharmacotherapy
• Pharmacologic treatment options
• When to refer to surgery
• Useful Resources

Recommended Citation

Ancona, MD, Sara, "Pharmacotherapy for Weight Loss in Obese Patients" (2019). Department of Family & Community Medicine Presentations and Grand Rounds. Paper 351.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/fmlectures/351

Language

English