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Access step-by-step guidance to treating obesity as a chronic disease, including information on working with patients on personalised weight-management plans and supporting your patients with obesity to lose weight. Read more about the various treatment options available, the importance of a multifaceted approach to obesity treatment and long-term weight maintenance.

INITIATE: Ask permission

INITIATE: Ask permission

The complex and sensitive nature of obesity can make conversations with patients difficult. An empathetic approach and asking permission is a helpful starting point.

DISCUSS: Weight history and goals

DISCUSS: Weight history and goals

Start the conversation, take weight history and set realistic and attainable goals with your patients with obesity.

How can you help your patients living with obesity?

How can you help your patients living with obesity?

Dr Sandy Van invites you to consider treating obesity like you would any other chronic medical condition like diabetes, or cardiovascular disease - with a comprehensive plan that not only includes lifestyle treatment, but also evidence-based interventions.