CME/CE Expiration Date: 04/13/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

The OMA Obesity Algorithm has finished being revised for 2023 and is now available.  In this webinar, Dr. Justin Tondt will highlight the changes from the previous edition.

Objective:

Summarize the latest developments in the field of obesity medicine.

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME/CE Expiration Date: 3/15/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

Nutrition is one of the pillars of obesity treatment. While clinicians are easily able to advise patients what NOT to eat, telling patients what to eat can be harder. This webinar focuses on helping clinicians understand the benefits of polyphenols, one group of plant-based compounds, on weight loss. By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to identify and prescribe polyphenol containing foods that are helpful in weight loss treatment, in order to help patients eat smarter, not harder.

Objectives:

1. Define what polyphenols are.

2. Review the potential mechanisms of weight loss from polyphenols.

3. Examine evidence of the weight loss effects of various polyphenols.

4. Discuss applicability to clinical practice.

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME/CE Expiration Date: 3/30/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

Stress and psychological resilience have lost balance due to many daily internal and external factors. Evidence suggests that mental health can impact disordered eating, physical activity, and weight status. Developmental trajectories for obesity from childhood to adulthood continue to rise rapidly. Therefore it is crucial to develop tools to regain control of the mind. It is imperative to recognize that there is a fine line between a stress reaction and mood disorders. When stress becomes difficult to manage on an acute level, it can progress to a chronic state, leading to medical conditions. In this webinar, we will learn how to detangle the Mind- Map and build resilience through various mind-body principles as well as self-care interventions to help manage stress and enhance the quality of life.

Objectives:

1. Identify the connection between stress and physical or emotional problems

2. Utilize the power of positive thinking and use mindfulness to fulfill life's purpose.

3. Recognize the importance of healthy eating, restorative sleep, and physical activity.

4. Apply various techniques to elicit the relaxation response, the body's natural stress buffer.

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This is a Non-CME webinar. 

Sponsored by the OMA Advocacy Committee
Presented by Dr. Rebecca Andrick 
Panelists include: Chris Gallagher, Dr. Verlyn Warrington, Dr. Vicki March, Dr. Leslie Golden, Dr. Laura Davisson , and Dr. Michael McClurkan    

Description:   This webinar will review the obesity medicine clinician’s role in advocacy efforts as it relates to patient access to AOMs on both a macro as well as micro level.  Through a panel-based discussion based on lived experience in their various practice locales, participants will hear from key members of the OMA’s Advocacy Committee including remarks from Chris Gallagher, the OMA’s consultant on advocacy and policy matters.  

 Objectives: 

1. Verbalize the available resources to both obesity medicine clinicians and their patients as it relates to advocacy for anti-obesity medications (AOMs) and other treatments for obesity.
2. Identify potential partnerships within health systems, local, state, and federal agencies for which to advocate for access to obesity treatment.
3. Understand the impact of implicit bias and obesity as it relates to access to care for patients.   

CME/CE Expiration Date: 2/16/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

Clinicians are likely familiar with total energy expenditure being comprised of resting energy expenditure, diet induced thermogenesis, and physical activity. However, there are other less well-known factors that affect total energy expenditure, complicating both its estimation and measurement.  The goal of this session is to familiarize participants with several of these factors using a case-based format. 

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME/CE Expiration Date: 2/9/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

In this webinar, Dr  Carl Lavie will discuss the adverse effects that obesity has on the major CVD risk factors and to increase almost all CVD. However, despite these facts, patients with obesity and established CVD often have a better short and medium-term prognosis than do leaner patients with the same CVD. This is termed the obesity paradox. Considering this, Dr Lavie will also discuss the potential for weight reduction, especially with increased levels of physical activity and exercise that also increases cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and discuss the role of CRF on the obesity paradox. 

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME/CE Expiration Date: 3/15/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

Nutrition is one of the pillars of obesity treatment. While clinicians are easily able to advise patients what NOT to eat, telling patients what to eat can be harder. This webinar focuses on helping clinicians understand the benefits of polyphenols, one group of plant-based compounds, on weight loss. By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to identify and prescribe polyphenol containing foods that are helpful in weight loss treatment, in order to help patients eat smarter, not harder.

Objectives:

1. Define what polyphenols are.

2. Review the potential mechanisms of weight loss from polyphenols.

3. Examine evidence of the weight loss effects of various polyphenols.

4. Discuss applicability to clinical practice.

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This is a Non-CME webinar. 

This webinar is sponsored by Vivus

Description:

Dr. Sakowitz will cover the current definition of obesity, the harmful nature of obesity, and the latest prevalence of childhood obesity in the USA. The audience will be introduced to some of the possible causes/risk factors for childhood obesity. The webinar will review the current recommendations and data supporting both prevention and treatment of childhood obesity. 

CME/CE Expiration Date: 1/25/2026* 

*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Description: 

Sarcopenic obesity presents numerous risks to health and quality of life. Those with low lean muscle mass and function and increased adiposity are at risk for significant adverse health consequences, disability, frailty, and increased mortality. While it is more prevalent in older adults, adults of all ages are affected, with an overall prevalence of 15.9% of the U.S. population. Early diagnosis and treatment are vital to preserving and improving the health of those affected. In this webinar, you will learn how to identify and manage patients with sarcopenic obesity, as well as those at risk. 

 Objectives:

1. Describe the pathophysiology and adverse health consequences of sarcopenic obesity

2. Identify individuals who have or are at risk for sarcopenic obesity

3. Utilize treatment strategies that increase lean muscle mass and function, reduce health risks, and improve health and quality of life

Accreditation: 

The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Obesity Medicine Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This is a Non-CME webinar. 

Sponsored by the OMA Advocacy Committee
Presented by Dr. Rebecca Andrick 
Panelists include: Chris Gallagher, Dr. Verlyn Warrington, Dr. Vicki March, Dr. Leslie Golden, Dr. Laura Davisson , and Dr. Michael McClurkan    

Description:   This webinar will review the obesity medicine clinician’s role in advocacy efforts as it relates to patient access to AOMs on both a macro as well as micro level.  Through a panel-based discussion based on lived experience in their various practice locales, participants will hear from key members of the OMA’s Advocacy Committee including remarks from Chris Gallagher, the OMA’s consultant on advocacy and policy matters.  

 Objectives: 

1. Verbalize the available resources to both obesity medicine clinicians and their patients as it relates to advocacy for anti-obesity medications (AOMs) and other treatments for obesity.
2. Identify potential partnerships within health systems, local, state, and federal agencies for which to advocate for access to obesity treatment.
3. Understand the impact of implicit bias and obesity as it relates to access to care for patients.