The Gaining Health Podcast

Listen as Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, reflects on the OMA Annual Conference with Sam and Joe!Petition to keep Zepbound on formulary:  https://www.change.org/p/stop-cvs-caremark-s-zepbound-ban-restore-coverage-of-the-superior-obesity-medicationSandra Christensen is board-certified as a family nurse practitioner and holds the Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine from the Obesity Medicine Association. She is the founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Integrative Medical Weight Management in Seattle, Washington, and has specialized in obesity management since 2005. She is a Master Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association and a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. She serves on the Board of Trustees for the Obesity Medicine Association and is the President of the Washington Obesity Society.  She authored the book, “A Clinician's Guide to Discussing Obesity with Patients” published by Springer, and was named the 2022 Obesity Medicine Association Clinician of the Year.The Washington Obesity SocietyIntegrative Medical Weight Managementhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sandra-christensen/Joseph Zucchi (pronounced Zoo-key) is a board-certified Physician Assistant and Personal Trainer who serves as the Clinical Supervisor of Transition Medical Weight Loss in Salem, New Hampshire. With over a decade of experience in obesity medicine, Joe leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping patients achieve sustainable weight loss and improved health. He has worked with over 2,000 patients to collectively lose more than 40,000 pounds. Joe integrates fitness, nutrition, and medical interventions to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.  His work has been recognized through multiple accolades, including leading Transition Medical Weight Loss to win awards for best weight loss center in NH. He has written articles and has shared his expertise on obesity care and weight-loss treatments in outlets like the Wall Street Journal, MedPage Today, Healthline, and Doximity. Joe also is a speaker for Eli Lilly and educates other providers about Zepbound and obesity medicine. https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephzucchi/https://x.com/JPZfitnesshttps://transitionsalem.com/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Christina Badaracco, MPH, RDN, LDN, works as a healthcare consultant, author, and thought leader, seeking to advance the role of nutrition in healthcare. She applies her expertise in healthcare and public health research, policy, and practice to support leading institutions and organizations across the world to improve care delivery and health outcomes. She also regularly writes, teaches, and develops training and programs about nutrition, culinary medicine, and sustainable agriculture—including designing and directing award-winning and innovative culinary medicine training and programs for various healthcare institutions and professional associations and coauthoring The Farm Bill: A Citizen's Guide and Mix It Up: The Culinary Medicine Cookbook for Mixing Things up in the Kitchen. Christina previously worked for Avalere, a healthcare advisory firm, as well as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Teaching Kitchen Collaborative, Oakland Unified School District, and NIH Clinical Center. Christina holds various leadership roles within the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Slow Food and she is actively engaged in her local food and healthcare systems. Pertinent links: Food As Medicine Network Live 2025 in Chicago on 5/7: https://www.foodasmedicinenetwork.com/masterclassSociety for Nutrition Education and Behavior in Indianapolis on 7/11: https://raybourn.my.site.com/SNEB/s/lt-event?id=a1YVs000000r8nRMAQ#/Agendahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-badaracco/https://www.christinabadaracco.com/eventshttps://www.oliviathomasrd.com/book https://www.rewire-health.com/blog/cooking-up-behavior-change-omas-pre-conference-culinary-medicine-workshophttps://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/food-vital-ingredient-transforming-obesity-carehttps://www.instagram.com/cbadarac/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Curious about lipids? Do you know what to do with LPa and ApoB?Listen in this week as host Karli Burridge speaks with Josh Wageman, author of the newly released book titled: "The Home Security System and the Lipid Neighborhood: Un-Complicating Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Disease"It sounds like the start of a bad joke…or perhaps a confusingly awesome dream. A Physical Therapist, ex-collegiate track athlete, Ivy league grad, Youth Pastor, and some dude with a PhD start having a conversation about cholesterol. And then you realize all those guys are THE SAME GUY, and that guy takes you on a whimsical pilgrimage that results in YOU having a framework for NOT having heart attacks, strokes, and dementia. Employing a smorgasbord of metaphors, pictures, and catchphrases, The Home Security System and the Lipid Neighborhood serves as a valuable reference for clinicians and non-clinicians alike, bringing refreshing relatability to complex biochemical topics. Through a lipid-lens, you'll learn, laugh, and love your way through its pages…and in the end, you'll undoubtedly add “life to your years!”Available at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DR33FPZF?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100On X: https://x.com/joshjwagemanInstagram Tag is @wagemanjosh and you're welcome to find Josh on LinkedIn and FacebookSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Host Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, interviews the clinical supervisor at Transition Weight Loss, Joe Zucchi, PA, CPT, on his career path into obesity medicine.  They discuss some unique aspects of their medical weight management programs and national updates in obesity medicine practice.  How has the definition of obesity impacted how patients are treated?  What are the reasons for getting involved in caring, evidenced-based obesity treatment?  Join the pledge for Commit to Care at https://www.obesitycareweek.org/         Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephzucchi/https://x.com/JPZfitnesshttps://transitionsalem.com/Obesity Medicine Association Raises Concerns Over Lancet Commission's New Recommendations on Obesity Diagnosis | Obesity Medicine AssociationObesity Management in Primary Care Training and Certificate Program - AAPACertificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine | Obesity Medicine AssociationPAs in Obesity Medicine | My PA NetworkSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, interviews Dr. Aalia Al-Barwani, MD DABFM, DABOM, who integrates NLP Coaching with sustainable Obesity Medicine practices.  She supports women in holistic health practices to attain lasting, individualized change.  Learn about her innovative and unique approach to patient care and private medical practice!Website: http://www.albidayawellness.com/Find her accounts on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, on this episode of Gaining Health as she reviews an exciting update in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Obesity.  But how are sleep and obesity related to begin with?  Learn about the intricate relationship between sleep, appetite regulation, metabolic health, adiposity, and more. Lastly, listen in to learn how to incorporate sleep into your clinical practice!Sleep and Obesity - Gaining HealthFDA Approves First Medication for Obstructive Sleep Apnea | FDASupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

What a year it's been! In this episode, host Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, recaps the highlights and developments in the field of obesity medicine of 2024.  Thank you to our listeners for your ongoing support and we will see you again in 2025!Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of the Gaining Health podcast, we dive into exciting updates from the field of obesity management:New Resources from Gaining Health: The updated "Developing an Obesity Management Program: The Clinician's Roadmap" now includes revised ICD-10 codes, medication guidance, and lifestyle recommendations. Also, new Master Classes are available at an affordable price, along with downloadable patient education materials.Conference Highlights:The Obesity Medicine Association Summit emphasized topics like PCOS, reproductive health, and the gender health gap.Obesity Week featured cutting-edge research, including long-term data from the SURMOUNT-1 trial showing tirzepatide's significant weight-loss maintenance and diabetes improvement.Notable Research:The STEP-OA trial confirmed semaglutide's effectiveness in weight and pain management for obesity with knee osteoarthritis.A study on incretin-mimetics stressed strategies to mitigate muscle loss during weight loss with adequate protein intake and exercise.The SURMOUNT-OSA trial demonstrated tirzepatide's transformative impact on obesity and sleep apnea severity.The SURMOUNT-4 trial shows the benefit of continued tirzepatide treatment for weight loss maintenance vs. placebo. FDA Updates: Wegovy and Zepbound shortages are resolved, and affordable cash prices for select doses are now available through Lilly Direct.Key Takeaway: Stay informed on the latest obesity research and resources, empowering clinicians and patients alike.For more tools and insights, visit GainingHealth.com.Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second or third Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer a Roadmap to starting an obesity program or practice, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources including patient education materials and office forms, and much more! Check out our resources on our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Listen as host Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, unpacks the experience and expertise of Dr. Caissa Troutman's practice of obesity medicine and hormone therapy.  Interestingly, treatment options for perimenopause and obesity have some overlap and see similar benefits.  However, the main benefits are seen when there is an honest partnership between clinician and patient to find the best option.       Bio: Dr. Caissa Troutman is the Physician Founder of WEIGHT reMDy, a Direct Care Wellness practice in central Pennsylvania, focusing on Weight Wellness and Midlife Empowerment. As a quadruple board-certified physician, she offers a holistic, individualized approach to sustainable weight loss using the 4M Pillar Foundation Plan, integrating nutrition, physical activity, mindset, and FDA-approved medications for weight. Dr. Troutman also specializes in guiding women through perimenopause and menopause, providing science-backed, FDA-approved Hormone Therapy for symptom relief. Her approach is rooted in empathy and personal experience, ensuring every woman feels heard and understood. Her brain-based method teaches patients to manage hunger and cravings, leading to lasting results and a better quality of life. Her practice is a safe, judgment-free space where women can reclaim their health and embrace midlife with resilience and vitality.Links Social MediaWebsite - www.weightremdy.netLinkedIn -http://www.linkedin.com/in/caissa-troutman-md-dabom-ccms-a44225202FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092176687469Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@WEIGHTreMDyinPAInstagram - Login • Instagra.Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, PA-C, FOMA, as she interviews Dr. Leslie Golden about her path to practicing obesity medicine and what led her to starting her own obesity practice, Weight in Gold Wellness.  They also recap some interesting presentations from the Illinois Obesity Society Summit, where they recently met in person!Bio: Leslie Golden, MD, MPH is Board-certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine and a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. Dr. Leslie Golden uses her medical expertise in combination with graduate-level training in behavior change to help patients manage the disease of obesity and prevent the many diseases associated with it.  Dr. Leslie Golden is passionate about increasing awareness of metabolic and weight health as the Chair of the Obesity Medicine Association's National Advocacy Committee and Founder of the Wisconsin Obesity Society. She recently received the honor of being named a top obesity medicine specialist by Women in Medicine.  Dr. Leslie Golden enjoys cycling and dedicating her time to rescuing animals.Links: https://weightingoldwellness.com/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join Gaining Health's host, Karli Burridge, on this fascinating interview with Darryl Edwards on his Primal Play Method®.  Have you or your patients found exercise boring?  Have you struggled to stay motivated when you are seeing less results from your work outs?  Listen to this novel approach to grow your enjoyment in physical activity and the benefits to your health!Bio: Darryl Edwards, MSc, FBSLM, is a pioneer in the intersection of health and movement, renowned for his groundbreaking Primal Play Method®. Transitioning from a notable career in investment banking technology to a globally acclaimed movement coach and author, Edwards has dedicated his life to combating chronic lifestyle diseases through his innovative approach to fitness. His distinction as a Fellow of the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine (FBSLM) underscores his profound impact on lifestyle medicine.Edwards's influence extends into the realm of media. His insights and methodologies have been featured in several BBC documentaries and global top 5% podcasts, affirming his role and underscoring his influence on public health dialogues in the UK and internationally. Esteemed publications, including The New York Times, Men's Health, Women's Health, The Daily Telegraph, and The Guardian, have spotlighted his work, attesting to his authority in the health and wellness sector.As the author of the best-selling books "Animal Moves" and "My First Animal Moves", Edwards advocates for an active, playful lifestyle across all demographics. His innovative Animal Moves Fitness Decks further disseminate his unique fitness approach, demonstrating his commitment to accessible health solutions.Additionally, Edwards has expanded his influence by offering a movement coaching certification program for fitness and healthcare professionals. This program empowers professionals with the skills and knowledge to incorporate the Primal Play Method® into their practice, enhancing their ability to support clients' health and wellness goals. Furthermore, Edwards provides personalized health coaching for individuals dealing with chronic conditions, including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Diabetes, and Cancer, showcasing his dedication to offering tailored support and advocating for the transformative power of movement in managing and mitigating the effects of chronic conditions.https://www.primalplay.com/tedxhttps://www.primalplay.com/Support the Show.The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, as she interviews Dr. Katherine Saunders and her patient, Barbara Senich, to dive deeper into the clinician and patient experience in obesity medicine practice.  Listen to their inspiring story of how the right medical treatment and caring approach can lead to successful long-term obesity management.Bio:  Dr. Katherine H. Saunders, MD, DABOM is a physician entrepreneur and a leading expert in Obesity Medicine. She is on the cutting edge of effective and compassionate obesity treatment. Dr. Saunders is on faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine, where she teaches and precepts.Dr. Saunders received her undergraduate degree Phi Beta Kappa/Summa Cum Laude from Dartmouth College and her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, where she became a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She completed her internship and residency training in Internal Medicine (Primary Care) at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, where she served as ambulatory chief resident. Dr. Saunders was the first clinical fellow in Obesity Medicine at the Comprehensive Weight Control Center at Weill Cornell Medicine.Dr. Saunders is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine.She regularly speaks at international conferences, and she publishes extensively on Obesity Medicine and weight management. She has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Additionally, she has been featured in multiple national media outlets, including Women's Health, USA Today, Medical News Today, and NY Post. Dr. Saunders also makes frequent guest appearances on a variety of podcasts and radio shows.Support the Show.The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Listen as Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, interviews Dr. Eldad Einav to share his expertise in cardiometabolic health and preventative cardiology!  Dr. Einav is the Founder and Medical Director for Myw8, a medical weight management program that puts heart health first.  Dr. Einav shares how recent research and pharmacotherapy options have impacted the practice of obesity medicine and patients' cardiovascular outcomes, as well as how obesity medicine is influencing cardiology.Bio:  Dr. Eldad Einav graduated with excellence from Hebrew University/Hadassah Medical School in Jerusalem. He completed his postgraduate training in Cardiovascular Disease at New York University School of Medicine and Internal Medicine at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Over the past years, Dr. Einav has been an active participant at Obesity related events, conferences, and forums, contributing articles and answering questions pertaining to cardiovascular-related disease in obesity.  In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Einav has authored peer-reviewed publications and won multiple awards for excellence in research. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Upstate Medical University. Throughout his years in practice, he has given CME presentations on preventive cardiology and obesity, including lectures on the Cardiovascular Safety of Anti-Obesity Pharmacotherapy.  Contact information for Dr. Einav: website:  myw8.comSocial media :https://www.linkedin.com/in/eldad-einav-facc-a0654820/https://www.instagram.com/dreldadeinav/https://www.facebook.com/Dr.EldadEinav/Support the Show.The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Weren't able to attend?  Or maybe you attended, but want a refresher of the key take-aways?  We have you covered!  Listen as host Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, gives a high-quality overview of all the main presentations, since she moderated the 2024 Obesity Medicine Association's Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado!OMA Opening Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSEe8lgWIzIConference Website: Obesity Medicine Association: Leaders in Obesity MedicineSupport the Show.The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Have you discussed metabolic-bariatric surgery (MBS) as a treatment option with your patients?  What nutritional deficiencies should you check after metabolic and bariatric surgery?  What role to anti-obesity medications play after MBS? Join host, Karli Burridge,  as she reviews some of the latest research and discusses anemia of malaborption with hematology expert Dane Thomas, PA-C.Guest Bio: Dane Thomas, PA-C, is a board-certified physician assistant with over 13 years of clinical experience. He graduated from Nova Southeastern University with his Masters in Medical Science and Physician Assistant Studies. Since graduating, he has spent most of his career educating, managing, and treating patients in oncology and hematology. He is passionate about educating clinicians and students in all aspects of medical oncology and hematology. He has served as a clinical preceptor for several PA and NP programs in Texas and Florida. Additionally, he has spoken at several Advanced Practice Provider conferences throughout the country on hematology and oncology-related topics. Furthermore, he serves as a peer reviewer for hematology and oncology-related articles for the Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Dane is currently practicing in outpatient medical oncology and hematology in Dallas, Texas.LinkedIn profileReferences: Semaglutide and Tirzepatide for the Management of Weight Recurrence After Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Retrospective Cohort Study.  Published: 02 March 2024 in Obesity Surgery: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11695-024-07137-0https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7250052/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6114136/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31147285/https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00464-023-10387-1Resource: Bariatric surgery, gastrointestinal hormones, and the microbiome: An Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Clinical Practice Statement (CPS) 2022https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667368122000067Support the Show.The Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, shares a few exciting updates in the field of obesity medicine and interviews Dr. Jamy Ard, The Obesity Society (TOS) President, about his personal and professional experience.  Listen as Dr. Ard shares about the positive changes in obesity care treatment, and new research they have currently underway. Bio:  Dr. Ard is professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Prevention in the Division of Public Health Sciences, co-director of the Weight Management Center and medical director of medical weight management at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC. He is also the current President of The Obesity Society.  In October 2021, Dr. Ard was elected as a member to the National Academy of Medicine. Election to the Academy is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.  Dr. Ard conducts research in clinical strategies to treat obesity and associated risk-factor modification. He also focuses on health disparities and ways to better engage African Americans in effective obesity treatment and research programs. He is a graduate of Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC, where he earned his medical degree. He also holds a bachelor's of science degree in biology from Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA.LinkedIn:  Jamy ArdSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

While obesity is usually seen as a problem of excessive calories, what about the quality of food in the food-insecure and low-income areas?  Listen as Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, discusses how food access and obesity are related with Interrupt Hunger Founder, Bill Jollie.  Psychobioecological model to understand the income-food insecurity-obesity relationship”, by Leonard Epstein et al.  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212267217318920Interrupt Hunger: https://interrupthunger.org/SNAP: https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/state-directoryUS Food Assistance: https://www.usa.gov/food-helpUSDA National Hunger Hotline and Clearinghouse: 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBREFeeding America: https://give.feedingamerica.org/Hunger Vital Sign: https://childrenshealthwatch.org/public-policy/hunger-vital-sign/PDisclosure Statement: Jollie is an employee of AbbVie, but is here today on his own accord and not in his professional capacity as an AbbVie employee. All viewpoints provided are his personal opinions and not intended to reflect those of his employer.Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, as she discusses the newest Clinical Practice Statement (CPS) for Adolescents with Obesity published by the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA).  The rates are alarming, and clinician education on best care practices is vital.   While treatment can be complex with various influences, treatment starting at the onset leads to the best outcomes.  Link to Article HereLink to "AAP's Clinical Guidelines for Pediatric Obesity" on Spotify or Apple PodcastsSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, as she discusses how Dr. Deborah Horn got started in Obesity Medicine, and what she sees coming up in the future of Obesity Medicine practice.  What research is underway to help us understand long-term obesity treatment results and what type of "target" should we be aiming for with patients' care?  What are the positive and negative trends right now around Obesity Medicine practice?  Bio: Debbie Horn, DO, MPHDr. Horn is the Medical Director of the UT Center of Obesity Medicine and MetabolicPerformance (COMMP), in the Department of Surgery at the McGovern Medical School, where she is also an Associate professor and the Fellowship Program Director of the Clinical Obesity Medicine and Metabolism Fellowship program.  She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, a Founding Member of the Obesity Medicine Fellowship Council, a Co-Lead on the Obesity Medicine Education Collaborative, and a Clinical Faculty and member of the Education Management Task Force, World Obesity Federation, as well as a Past President of the Obesity Medicine Association.  She has won numerous awards for her work in obesity, including Obesity Specialist of the year multiple times! She graduated college from the University of Texas at Austin. She completed her Master's of Science in Exercise Physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder and her medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Preventive Medicine residency at the University of South Carolina and her Family Medicine residency at the Methodist/Cornell program in Houston. Dr. Horn also holds a Master's of Public Health and Physical Activity from the University of South Carolina.LinkedIn: Deborah Bade Horn, DO, MPHSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join this conversation between "Gaining Health" host, Karli Burridge, PA, and "In the Know with Nina" host, Nina Crowley, Ph.D., as they discuss the importance of comprehensive obesity care.  How should clinicians and patients focus on treatment options as "AND" statements to avoid the black-and-white "OR" statements?  How can we fill the gaps between lifestyle changes and bariatric surgery options?  Their combined experience and knowledge in medical obesity treatment can help transform your either-or mentality!Bio:Nina Crowley, PhD, RD, LD advocates for effective communication, a patient-centered approach, and improved access to care for people with obesity. After 16 years as a dietitian and Program Coordinator with the Medical University of South Carolina's Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program, she has recently joined Seca's Medical Body Composition and Bioimpedance Analysis Division as the Professional Affiliations and Education Manager.   Nina partners with healthcare providers and organizations to provide education and support for using body composition analysis as an outcome. Nina holds her doctorate in Health Psychology from Walden University, her MS in Health Care Policy and Management from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, and her BS in Nutrition Science from Cornell University. Dr. Crowley has authored publications on binge eating and food cravings in bariatric surgery patients and enjoys presenting on weight recurrence, obesity stigma and weight bias, and the importance of careful language for impactful communication. She can be found tweeting online at professional meetings at @PsychoDietitianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PsychoDietitianInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ninamcrowley/https://www.facebook.com/ninacrowleySupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, as she discusses treating controllable factors around obesity and diabetes with Shagun Bindlish, MD.  Diabesity is a current health crisis, increasing how heart disease is growing as an epidemic.  How should we tailor treatment for patients struggling with both obesity and diabetes?  What role might a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) play in implementing diet, stress management, and treatment plans?  She brings both professional and personal experiences for improvements in overall well-being and disease management.  Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shagunmd/Email:  bshagun@gmail.com  Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Have you heard of the Saggital Abdominal Diameter (SAD)?   How might we use SAD to height ratio in place of BMI?  Join host, Karli Burridge, as she reviews a recent journal article about a cost-effective and simple measurement technique for assessing excess adiposity risk that can be more accurate than body mass index (BMI).Article:  Replacing the body mass index with the sagittal abdominal diameter (abdominal height) - PubMed (nih.gov)Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

What is lipedema? Have you missed this diagnosis in your patients? How can you identify this condition in your patients, and what are the treatment options? Get all your lipedema questions answered in this week's podcast episode, where host Karli Burridge interviews Dr. Karol Gutowski, a world-renouned lipedema expert! Bio:  Dr. Karol Gutowski is a Chicago area board-certified plastic surgeon nationally recognized for his advanced aesthetic treatments for the face, breast, body, and skin. His downtown Chicago and Oakbrook cosmetic surgery practice focuses on aesthetic plastic surgery as well as nonsurgical skin and facial rejuvenation treatments, as well as in the surgical  treatment of lipedema. Based on his expertise and innovation, Dr. Gutowski is an award-winning surgeon and has published his work in leading medical journals. He has also appeared in popular media, including The New York Times, CBS News, USA Today, and Fox News. He services patients throughout the greater Chicagoland area, and is one of the few plastic surgeons in the country who specializes in the treatment of lipedema and lipedema surgery.  Links and resources:Fat Disorders Resource Society https://www.fatdisorders.orgLipedema Foundation https://www.lipedema.orgDr Gutowski https://drgutowski.com/procedures/liposuction/lipedema/Learn more at DrGutowski.com& aFreshMedSpa.comLike on Facebook at DrGutowski & aFreshMedSpaFollow on Twitter @DrGutowski & @aFreshMedSpaWatch on Instagram @DrGutowski & @aFreshMedSpa Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

This week, host Karli Burridge speaks with her colleague, Dr. Anthony Auriemma, about how Dr. Auriemma has grown the obesity medicine program at Ascension to 10 locations in the Chicagoland area, as well as about the launch of the Illinois Obesity Society, and how it has grown to one of the biggest and most active State obesity organizations in the country. Dr. Auriemma taps into his JD degree, as he summarizes the steps that organizations must take to successfully start a non-profit, and provides tips and pearls on growing an organization. Dr. Anthony Auriemma graduated Cum Laude from Hope College before receiving his Doctor of Medicine Degree at Loyola University, Chicago. He also earned a Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. As you can tell, he's a real slacker. Dr. Auriemma completed his residency in Family Medicine at Hinsdale Hospital where he served as Chief Resident. He is Board Certified in both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and serves as Medical Director for Ascension Weight Loss Solutions, which is where I work with him clinically. He is a Board member and Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association, and also serves as an alternate delegate at the American Medical Association representing the Obesity Medicine Association.  He was the recipient of OMA's Dr. Vernon B Astler award in 2022, and he is a founding member and past president of the Illinois Obesity Society, which was founded in 2019, and which is currently one of the largest and most active state obesity organizations in the country. https://illinoisobesitysociety.org/https://obesitymedicine.org/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

We know that sleep and obesity are intricately linked. In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge shares some of the latest research on sleep and obesity and provides some clinical pearls on how to assess for sleep and sleep disorders, and prioritize sleep for our patients and ourselves!https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article-abstract/doi/10.2337/dc23-1156/153802/Chronic-Insufficient-Sleep-in-Women-Impairs?redirectedFrom=fulltexthttps://jcsm.aasm.org/doi/full/10.5664/jcsm.10696https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34734495/https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3992/stop-bang-score-obstructive-sleep-apneaSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host Karli Burridge this week as she unpacks the benefits of fitness training with Dr. John Jakicic.  What functional impacts would exercise have beyond weight loss and weight maintenance?  What types of assessments give the best picture of muscle mass and muscle function? And how are exercise recommendations impacted by the development of newer, highly effective anti-obesity medications?  Listen as Dr. Jakicic and Karli share from both their professional experience and current medical research on how to better implement physical activity goals into patient care.Dr. John M. Jakicic holds a PhD in exercise physiology from the University of Pittsburg and is a Research Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine in the Division of Physical Activity and Weight Management. His primary area of research is the study of obesity and body weight regulation and their relationship to chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and others. Within this research area he has a particular focus on physical activity and the implementation of novel interventions to enhance engagement and effectiveness, which includes a history of research to determine the appropriate dose of physical activity for long-term body weight regulation.Dr. Jakicic has served on various national and international committees to develop physical activity guidelines for the prevention and treatment of obesity and other chronic conditions. This included being appointed to the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Dr. Jakicic has also authored or co-authored numerous position papers and clinical guidelines related to obesity and physical activity.https://www.exerciseismedicine.org/Dr. John Jakicic LinkedInSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge discusses some non-medical sources of the impact of GLP-1 in our society.  What is its impact on the food industry and grocery stores?  What are some business surveys reporting on changes in consumer food intake and food choices?  What are the projections for GLP-1 treatment in the future?  How will this impact beverage and snack choices readily available?  How might consumer weight management and medical specialty treatment programs adapt to current clients' demands and the benefits of GLP-1?  Listen to how consumer interests and health goals are shaping the future of weight management programs, restaurant choices, clothing retailers, and more!     https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/glp1-weight-loss-drugs-ozempic-walmart-stock-costco-cocacola-pepsico-2023-10https://www.morganstanley.com/ideas/obesity-drugs-food-industryhttps://ro.co/weight-loss/potential-ripple-effect-of-glp1s/#        Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge speaks with fellow obesity specialist PA, Ledyi Ballesteros, about how Ledyi's own struggles with her weight led her to the field of obesity medicine, and how she has developed the obesity program at Gonzaba Medical Group, a multispecialty clinic in San Antonio TX, which serves a primarily low-income, elderly, Hispanic population. Ledyi explains how she developed the obesity program, and how she is able to help her patients using culturally sensitive, economic, patient and family-centered approaches. Ledyenska “Ledyi” Baez Ballesteros, MPAS, PA-C Ledyi—a bilingual provider treating patients who speak Spanish and English—began working in internal medicine and urgent care at Gonzaba Medical Group (GMG) in San Antonio, Texas in 2011. She founded the obesity medicine program at GMG in 2015 after gaining around 100 pounds after complications with her first pregnancy in 2014. Ledyi, who now has two kids, subsequently embarked on her own weight loss journey the following year, and her patients began to ask her about it. The resulting pilot program started with an estimated 60 patients. Today, she runs the obesity medicine program at GMG with nearly 700 patients, 75% of whom are Hispanic. Ledyi completed AAPA's Obesity Management in Primary Care Training & Certificate Program in 2018 and earned the Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Management for NPs and PAs from the Obesity Medicine Association in 2020. For the past 2 years, she has served as the the Secretary of PAs in Obesity Medicine, and she has been instrumental in helping PAOM become an official caucus of the AAPA. Ledyi has presented on the topic of obesity to members of AAPA, the Association of PAs and NPs, Bexar County Society of PAs, the Society of Army PAs, and the Texas Association of PAs. Contacts:Email: ledyens@yahoo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ledyi.ballesterosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ledyenskaballesteros/PAs in Obesity Medicine: pasinobesitymedicine.orgPAs Interested in Obesity Medicine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/754655381353212Gaining Health: https://gaininghealth.com/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge discusses the SELECT Trial and the results for implementation into obesity medicine practice.  The improvements in cardiovascular disease and obesity management through semaglutide (GLP-1 receptor agonist) medication treatment have now also been shown in patients without diabetes.  This landmark study is a step closer to victory for the obesity treatment community and patients struggling with obesity management.https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2307563Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge catches up  with obesity specialist Dr. Florencia Ziemke about the membership-based comprehensive obesity care program that Dr. Ziemke has developed at Evexia Medical Nutrition and Weight Management. They also discuss Dr. Ziemke's incredible  involvement with the Florida Obesity Society, the Florida Medical Board, Obesity Matters, her local Chamber of Commerce, and other organizations to advance the field of obesity medicine,  improving access to care, and providing mentorship to other women. Florencia Ziemke, MD, DABOM: Founder and Medical Director for Evexia Medical: Nutrition and Weight Management. Dr. Ziemke has nearly two decades of clinical and research experience in the field of Obesity & Nutrition Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency, clinical nutrition fellowship, and clinical research, in Boston, MA. She has worked at top national centers such as Boston Medical Center and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center with affiliations at Boston University, Tufts Medical School, and Harvard Medical School. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She serves on the Network Advisory Committee of The Obesity Society, Editorial Board of Obesity Pillars, and is a Scientific Medical Associate for Obesity Matters. She lives in Jupiter, FL with her husband and two children. She enjoys outdoor activities, swimming, and creating fun recipes with her family.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evexiamedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/evexia-med/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Breaking News: The FDA approved Eli Lilly's drug, tirzepatide, for the treatment of obesity! The name for this drug is  Zepbound™ and it is, the first and only obesity treatment of its kind that activates both GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) hormone receptors. Zepbound, like all other AOMs,  is indicated for adults with obesity (with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater), or those who are overweight/ preobesity  (with a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater) and also have weight-related complications.In this episode, Karli reviews the news release and discusses things like, when Zepbound is expected to be available, pricing, and the studies that lead to its FDA appoval. News ReleaseSurmount 3Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Dr. Rukhsana Iqbal about the intersectionality of mental health, eating disorders, and obesity. They discuss the bi-directional relationship between obesity and mental health disorders, trauma-informed care, the importance of shared decision making and patient-centered care, managing weight-promoting anti-depressant and anti-psychotic medications, diagnosing and managing eating disorders in patients with obesity, and important take-aways for effectively managing patients who are affected by mental health disorders, eating disorders, and obesity. Dr. Iqbal is a board-certified physician and specializes in treating patients with both medical and psychiatric illness. She received her medical degree from Northeast Ohio medical university in Rootstown, OH and went on to do a dua residency in Family Medicine and psychiatry at university Hospital/ case Western Reserve University in Cleveland OH. She then completed her fellowship in consult-liaison psychiatry at northwestern university in Chicago IL. She has practiced as an adult psychiatrist at Hinsdale behavioral health in Hinsdale IL for the past 13 years. She is an adjunct professor at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL and teaches family medicine residents from Loyola MacNeal hospital in Maywood, IL. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Nurse Practitioner Lori Wenz, who recently attended Obesity Week 2023. They discuss how and why Lori first became interested in obesity medicine, the challenges and rewards of opening her own clinic, Western Colorado Weight Care in Grand Junction, Colorado, and Lori's highlights and take-aways from Obesity Week 2023!Lori Wenz, MSN, AGNP-C, BC-ADM, FOMA is a national board-certified nurse practitioner who has developed expertise in the  treatment of diabetes and obesity. She holds a board certification in Advanced Diabetes Management, Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine from the Obesity Medicine Association and is a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association. She has been providing obesity treatment since 2014 and has been instrumental in developing two comprehensive obesity treatment practices within health systems. She is the founder and owner of Western Colorado Weight Care in Grand Junction, Colorado. Ms. Wenz has been an active member of the Obesity Medicine Association since 2017, and currently serves on the CME and Medical Surgical Committees. She has dedicated her career to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help patients manage their weight and improve their health. She also serves as a mentor and educator to nurse practitioners, physician associates and physicians interested in learning more about treating obesity. Outside of work, Lori enjoys spending time hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, reading, and taking walks on the beach with her husband Adam and their two daughters.Links and resources:Peer View Obesity traininghttps://www.aace.com/patient-journey/obesityLori's LinkedInLori's FacebookSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Jeff Young, a Kinesiologist and Medical Fitness expert. They discuss how and why Jeff became involved with medical fitness, and the importance of resistance training throughout the lifespan, especially for people undergoing weight reduction as part of their obesity management. Jeff shares some great resources that he has developed to help patients and clinicians, and explains how he is bridging the gap between medicine and fitness.  Jeff Young, Kinesiologist, CSCS, ACSM-EIM has a unique set of skills and experience that allows him to provide valuable insights and solutions to clinicians, fitness professionals, and laypeople. Through his roles as the President-elect of the American College of Sports Medicine's Greater New York Regional chapter, Chair of the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Special Populations SIG, and his work as a subject matter expert for various organizations, he has developed a deep understanding of medical fitness and strength and conditioning. He is dedicated to using this knowledge to help others improve their health and well-being through personalized, principle-based approaches, as well as educate clinicians on how to bridge the gap between their field of expertise and fitness/medical fitness. Additionally, Jeff served as an internship provider for exercise science and kinesiology students at several colleges and universities; a board member for Penn State University's Kinesiology Affiliate Program Group; and a sought-after speaker and educator (has presented at over 20 national and regional conferences, and over 20 colleges and universities).The Medicine Rehab Fitness Institute websiteThe Medicine Rehab Fitness  Institute Facebook groupThe Medical Fitness PodcastTo email Jeff: jykinesiology@gmail.com@JYKinesSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host and obesity expert, Karli Burridge, discusses a review article published in Frontiers in Endocrinology, Volume 13, in November 2022, about The Importance of Estradiol for Body Weight Regulation in Women.Despite the general recognition that appetite changes throughout a woman's menstrual cycle and during periods of hormonal changes such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, estradiol, or women's hormones in general, are often not discussed when talking about appetite and weight regulation. Karli reviews the highlights of this review article, and discusses estradiol's direct and indirect impact on appetite and weight, and sheds light on the common concerns that many of our female patients present with. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Jenny Westercamp, Founder and CEO of All Access Dietitians. They discuss how Jenny became interested in the field of nutrition, why she left her job as the head dietitian of the Chicago Bulls, and how she is making an impact when it comes to providing improved access to dietitian services with All Access Dietetics. Jenny is the Founder and CEO of All Access Dietitians. She has 13 years of experience working with professional athletes and individuals. Previously, she was the Team Nutritionist for Chicago Bulls (2017-2022) and Minor League Nutritionist for the Chicago Cubs (2016, 2017 seasons). She is excited to share her Dietitian Coach Approach to those that want to take their health to the next level.In addition, Jenny runs All Access Dietetics, the nation's leader in supporting future dietitians through the process of applying to dietetics graduate programs, passing the RD exam, and launching their careers.She has been interviewed for a variety of media outlets including Good Morning America, Today's Dietitian, and Men's Fitness. Jenny previously served as the President of the Chicago Food and Nutrition Network and was co-author of the book, Green Foods for Men. She was also highlighted as one of the top 10 dietitians creating an impact in the field by Today's Dietitian.Education: Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Dietetic Internship – Massachusetts General Hospital; National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach Training – Wellcoaches.Links and Contact information:  Website: allaccessdietitians.comReferrals: allaccessdietitians.com/referrals Instagram: instagram.com/allaccessdietitiansLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennywesterkampSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Still thinking about attending an obesity conference this fall, but not sure what to expect? Look no further! In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge gives an overview of the two big obesity-related conferences coming up soon: Obesity Week 2023 and Overcoming Obesity 2023. Karli also gives a shout-out to her fellow PAs, and PAs in Obesity Medicine as we head into PA Week 2023, and provides some resources for pediatric obesity management in celebration of last month's pediatric obesity awareness month. Links:Obesity Week 2023Overcoming Obesity 2023PAs in Obesity MedicineOMA's Pediatric Obesity AlgorithmGuide to pharmacologic management in pediatric obesity medicineAssessment, differential diagnosis, and initial clinical evaluation of the pediatric patient with obesity: An Obesity Medical Association (OMA) Clinical Practice Statement 2022Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of The Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge continues the conversation around obesity education in medical schools, PA schools, and NP schools, as she interviews one of the world's top leaders in obesity medicine and obesity education, Dr. Scott Butsch. Dr. Butsch is the Director of Obesity Medicine at the Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He is a board certified and fellowship trained physician in obesity medicine and clinical nutrition with expertise in the management and treatment of complex patients with obesity.  Dr. Butsch is an international leader in obesity and nutrition education and has been instrumental in the development and design of competencies and curriculum in obesity for undergraduate medical education and for all inter-professional education. He is the creator and Program Director of the Obesity Medicine Fellowship at Cleveland Clinic, the creator and Director of Obesity Medicine Preceptorship at Cleveland Clinic, as well as the creator and Director of the APP fellowship in Obesity Medicine at Cleveland Clinic. Additionally, he is the creator and co-director of ObesityLIVE, a virtual obesity case conference which runs monthly with presenters from around the world on complex obesity cases.   Dr. Butsch is an author and nationally recognized lecturer, and is a Master clinician in obesity medicine with clinical expertise in combination obesity pharmacotherapy, and also in medical and nutritional complications of Bariatric and metabolic surgery. Links to studies:Medicine Residents are Unprepared to Effectively Treat Patients with Obesity: Results from a U.S. Internal Medicine Residency SurveyBenchmarking of provider competencies and current training for prevention and management of obesity among family medicine residency programs: a cross‑sectional surveyLow priority of obesity education leads to lack of medical students' preparedness to effectively treat patients with obesity: results from the U.S. medical school obesity education curriculum benchmark studyLinks to CC Fellowships:https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/bariatric/medical-professionals/advanced-practice-provSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge gives us Part 2 of her updates from this summer!She summarizes the findings of the cardiovascular outcome trials of semaglutide 2.4mg (Wegovy) in participants with obesity, which (spoiler alert) reduced the incidence of major adverse cardiovascular events  (MACE) by 20%!!! Read the Novo Nordisk company announcement HEREShe also reviews the recent study on the effects of semaglutide 2.4 mg in patients with obesity and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (read the article HERE) , and reviews the news release from Eli Lilly on the SURMOUNT 3 and 4 clinical trials on tirzepatide for the treatment of overweight and obesity. While some of these studies have yet to be published by peer-reviewed journals, they do offer great hope for patients living with obesity and may offer us safe and effective tools to reduce the #1 cause of mortality: cardiovascular disease. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode, host Karli Burridge interviews the legendary Dr. Robert Kushner. They discuss the evolution of Dr. Kushner's involvement with increasing obesity education in medical training, amongst other things, such as their respective favorite types of ballroom dancing! Dr. Robert Kushner has a long, distinguished career as one of the most highly respected weight management experts in the world. He is Medical Director of the Center for Lifestyle Medicine at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, Professor of Medicine and Medical Education at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Past President of The Obesity Society and a founder of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM), that certifies physicians in the care of patients with obesity.Board-certified in internal medicine and nutrition, Dr. Kushner is a passionate clinician, educator, researcher and advocate in helping to improve the lives of those affected by overweight and obesity.A noted national and international speaker, Dr. Kushner teaches health care professionals about both the science and art of helping individuals lose weight, keep it off and embrace the healthier habits that fit their lives.Links and resources: OMEC Competencies: https://obesitymedicine.org/omec/FORWARD Obesity Curriculum: https://www.scientific-exchange.com/therapeutic-areas/obesity/forward.htmlDr. Robert Kushner: https://drrobertkushner.com/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this first episode of Season 2 of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge reviews some of the exciting updates in obesity medicine from this summer, including the AMA Position Statement on BMI, and the re-introduction of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA).  She also dives into the importance of body composition analysis for both the diagnosis and management of obesity, and gives us a little teaser for things to come in Season 2 of the podcast.Links:  AMA Position Statement on the Use of BMIObesity Pillars roundtable: Excessive weight reduction with highly effective anti-obesity medications (heAOMs)Reintroduction of TROA in CongressSupport TROASupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this last episode of season one of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge reviews the major events and guidelines in the field of Obesity Medicine that have been released since the podcast launched in the fall of 2022 and tells listeners which podcast episodes reviewed these important developments.  Karli also reveals the Top 3 interview episodes, and lastly, she informs listeners what to expect this summer, and what they can look forward to in the fall, when the Gaining Health Podcast Season 2 launches!Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Faith Anne Heeren about Faith's experience living with obesity and undergoing metabolic and bariatric surgery as a teen.  They discuss the unique challenges that Faith faced as an adolescent, weight bias and stigma that she experienced from healthcare providers, and what providers can do to best support their patients with the chronic disease of obesity. Faith Anne Heeren is the President and Founder of OCEANS. The mission at OCEANS is Empowering young people on their weight management journey through themselves, their community, and society. Faith is a third year Doctoral Student at the University of Florida in the Department of Health Outcomes and Biomedical Informatics. Her research interests include utilizing community-engaged research methods to develop and implement interventions that are acceptable and feasible for patients living with obesity. For her dissertation, she is working on identifying pre-operative education needs for adolescents undergoing bariatric surgery.Website: www.oceanslifestyles.comTwitter: faithhh_anneInstagram: leap.of.faith.12 Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this What's Up Wednesday episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge reviews some of the highlights of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology Consensus Statement: Comprehensive Type 2 Diabetes Management Algorithm – 2023 Update, which was released May 2023.Full the full Consensus Statement, click HERESupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Sarcopenic obesity represents a condition of excess adiposity (body fat) and low muscle mass or muscle function and strength. This condition is far more prevalent and problematic than many realized, and certain patient populations are at increased risk for sarcopenic obesity. New, highly-effective anti-obesity medications such as semaglutide 2.4mg  (Wegovy), and anti-diabetes medications such as semaglutide 2.0mg (Ozempic) and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) and  could potentially increase the risk of sarcopenic obesity, unless clinicians and patients are properly educated on how to prevent patients from losing an excessive amount of muscle mass and function.Listen in as host Karli Burridge interviews obesity specialist NP Sandra (Sam) Christensen about sarcopenic obesity, how we can recognize it in our patients, and how we can prevent it!Sandra is a Family NP, who has been specializing in obesity medicine since 2005. In 2009, she founded Integrative Medical Weight Management with the goal of providing comprehensive evidence-based treatment in a healing, inspiring setting.She have been an active member of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) since 2005 and currently serve as a Trustee on the OMA Board of Trustees. Recipient of the Dr. Raymond E. Dietz Meritorious Service Award in 2018. Recipient of the Committee Leadership Award for my role in creating the OMA Speakers Bureau in 2019 and Clinician of the year in 2022. She is a founding member of the Washington Obesity Society (WOS)In addition to writing a book, A Clinician's Guide to Discussing Obesity with Patients, published in April 2021 by Springer, she has also authored several professional articles, including peer-reviewed articles, including several Clinical Practice Statements in the Obesity Pillars journal, and is a contributing author of the OMA Obesity Algorithm.Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of What's Up Wednesday, host Karli Burridge discusses the outcomes of the SURMOUNT 2 trial, which investigated the weight effects of terzepatide on subjects with obesity or pre-obesity and type 2 diabetes.  These results were recently released in a news release by Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of the drug. Karli also reviews the SURMOUNT-1 trial outcomes, and reminds us all to, as Harold Bays stated at the OMA conference last month...."Remember this Day". These are historic times and outcomes for obesity management. Our field is rapidly evolving with the development of these "second-generation" obesity medications!SURMOUNT-1 Trial: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2206038SURMOUNT-2 News Release: https://investor.lilly.com/news-releases/news-release-details/lillys-tirzepatide-achieved-157-weight-loss-adults-obesity-orSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Understanding the science behind nutrition, physical activity, and other health behaviors in one thing. Actually changing these behaviors, for ourselves or our patients, is quite another. In this special episode of the Gaining Health podcast, we want to recognize and celebrate Mental Health awareness month with an episode dedicated to behavioral health. Host Karli Burridge interviews Linda Carlson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Motivational Manager at Revolution Physical Therapy and Weight Loss. They discuss common challenges and strategies for helping patients with complex behavior change and building new habits. Linda is a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is the Motivational Manager at Revolution Physical Therapy and Weight Loss.She graduated with a bachelor's in social work from the University of Southern Mississippi, did her internship with Forrest County Public Health Department as an Epidemiology Social Worker and received her Master's in Social Work from NYU's Clinical Social Work program with a focus on public health policy.She has been working with Revolution since 2019 as an individual therapist focused on habit building and behavior change to assist people with their health and wellness goals.Check out Revolution Physical Therapy and Weight Loss Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

How can we match our patients with the best treatment options that will work for them?  This is the big question when treating a vastly heterogenous disease like obesity. Rather than using trial and error, what if we could phenotype our patients and choose a treatment that is most likely to be successful for that specific patient? It may sound too good to be true, but this is the type of science and precision medicine that Dr. Andres Acosta and his team at Mayo are making a reality. Dr. Acosta's goal is to treat and ultimately cure obesity, which he considers this century's greatest health epidemic. Dr. Acosta's work on individualized obesity therapy aims to identify the right therapy for the right patient, minimizing side effects.Andres Acosta, MD, PhD is a Physician scientist, Obesity and Diabetes Expert, and serial entrepreneur. He is faculty at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota and focuses his research on gastrointestinal physiology to understand the complexity of food intake regulation and obesity. Dr. Acosta's laboratory utilizes a combination of genetics, physiology, pharmacology, proteomics, metabolomics, and gastrointestinal and brain imaging to understand food intake regulation and to modulate them for the treatment of obesity. He and his colleagues at Mayo are also using cutting-edge techniques to understand the pharmacotherapy and pharmacogenomics of obesity and how this information can be used to optimize the care of patients with obesity.To read the full journal articles of the studies discussed: Selection of antiobesity medications based on phenotypes enhances weight loss: A pragmatic trial in an obesity clinicPhenotype tailored lifestyle intervention on weight loss and cardiometabolic risk factors in adults with obesity: a single-centre, non-randomised, proof-of-concept studySupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this What's Up Wednesday episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge reviews the Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology Commission on the Definition and Diagnosis of Clinical Obesity by Francesco Rubino et al., which is a commentary published March 3, 2023 in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology Journal. In the commentary, the authors discuss the issues with diagnosing obesity based on BMI alone, and present us with a solution that they are currently working on. To view the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/landia/article/PIIS2213-8587(23)00058-X/fulltext Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Obesity Medicine is rapidly expanding worldwide! In this episode, host Karli Burridge speaks with Dr. Steven Teoh, a family medicine physician and obesity specialist from Malaysia. Steven shares his journey of literally traveling accross the globe to obtain the highest level of obesity medicine training he could find, and shares how he is bringing back this knowledge to his home country of Malaysia, where he is in the process of developing a comprehensive obesity center. While he, like many clinicians worldwide, has faced challenges, he reminds us of the wisdom we often share with patients- take it one step at a time, and don't become discouraged! Dr. Steven (Soo Huat) TeohMD (USM), MMed Family Medicine (USM), FASLM, AM (Mal) Clinical Fellowship in Bariatric Medicine (Ottawa, Canada) SCOPE National Fellow (World Obesity Federation)Steven is an accomplished family medicine specialist, obesity medicine physician, and medical lecturer. He completed his family medicine residency training in 2017 and furthered in obesity care through the University of Ottawa bariatric medicine clinical fellowship and the Cleveland Clinic's international obesity medicine preceptorship program in 2022. Upon his return to Malaysia, Steven established an obesity medicine practice in the University of Science Malaysia and also practices as a visiting obesity medicine physician at a local private hospital. Steven's commitment to obesity medicine has earned him numerous accolades, including being named a SCOPE National Fellow by the World Obesity Federation, a member of the first SCOPE Leadership Program, and the recipient of the Obesity Medicine Association's prestigious Peter G. Lindner Award. He is also a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. Steven is actively involved in several professional organizations, serving as a committee member of the Obesity Medicine Association and a member of Obesity Canada, the Obesity Action Coalition, and the Malaysian Association for the Study of Obesity. He is passionate about reducing community stigma towards people living with obesity and advocates for evidence-based, non-biased treatment for all patients.To connect with Steven, you can find links to his social media outlets HERESupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Medications like Ozempic (aka semaglutide, a medication approved for type 2 diabetes) and Wegovy (also semaglutide, but at a slightly higher dose, and indicated for obesity),  are all over the media, resulting in high demands and even medication shortages. In response to the high demand, and the limited insurance coverage for these medications, some compounding pharmacies are offering compounded peptides, like semaglutide, and some clinicians are offering these compounded medications to their patients. What are we to make of this? Are these medications safe? Effecive? Legal? How should we approach this tricky subject?Fortunately, the Obesity Medicine Association has given us guidance on this topic, through their position statememt on compounded peptides. Listen in to get the highlights on the position statement!For the full article, click HERESupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon