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Bariatric Physicians
2821 S. Parker Road
Ste. 625
Aurora, CO 80014
303.770.2526 | asbp.org
Staff
Laurie Traetow, CAE, CPA
Executive Director
laurie@asbp.org
Beth Amelon
Sponsorships & Exhibits Coordinator
beth@asbp.org
Carly Crosby
Meeting Planner & Executive Coordinator
carly@asbp.org
Marcie Gonzales
Receptionist
marcie@asbp.org
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Obesity Medicine e-Weekly
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News
 Help ASBP reach 2,000 members
We want to reach 2,000 members by the end of 2015, and we need your help! Anyone who refers a colleague or friend to become a member of ASBP any time between now and the start of Overcoming Obesity 2015 (Sept. 30) will be entered into a drawing to receive a variety of prizes including: free registration to Overcoming Obesity 2015; free hotel night at the Omni Shoreham in Washington, D.C., where the conference is held; and an Amazon gift card. Also, all referring individuals will receive a $100 credit on their ASBP account, as long as they are listed as the referrer on the new member's membership application. Questions? Contact membership@asbp.org.  OAC releases Your Weight Matters public service announcement In an effort to promote a healthier public and help the millions of Americans affected by excess weight and obesity, the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) released a new public service announcement (PSA) that highlights the importance of understanding how weight and health go hand in hand and how they may impact an individual's quality of life, family, and relationships. View the PSA online now. Questions? Contact OAC at 800.717.3117 or info@yourweightmatters.org.
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Featured Member
Get to know your fellow ASBP members! Each month, we feature an interview with an ASBP member to help you learn more about your obesity medicine colleagues. This month's featured member is Dr. Amy Articolo. Dr. Articolo is a co-owner and physician at Weigh Under, an obesity medicine practice in Voorhees, N.J. She serves as secretary/treasurer on the board of the Obesity Treatment Foundation and is a member of the ASBP Marketing-Communication and CME Review Committees.
 Q&A with Amy Articolo, DO, FACOOG
1. How long have you been working in obesity medicine, and how did you get started in obesity medicine? As a practicing obstetrician and gynecologist for about 15 years, I had been counseling my patients for several years before I became a proud Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine in 2013. Many of my patients were brave enough to "start the conversation," asking for my advice, help, and guidance. Feeling that I needed to pursue additional education since my residency did not have a focus on obesity medicine, I turned to the American Society of Bariatric Physicians so that I could provide that guidance and care. Without this organization, I would not have been able to give my patients the help they so desperately needed.
I had initially wanted to incorporate obesity medicine into my OB/GYN practice, but as I learned more and more about the complexities of this disease, I was inspired to create, with my partner and friend, a comprehensive program to give our patients what was lacking in our community: a program devoted to the specialty of obesity medicine. It was a leap of faith, but we did it!
2. What advice would you offer to clinicians who are new to the field of obesity medicine? For those of you that are new to obesity medicine, first let me say, "welcome!" You have found THE BEST organization for all the support, guidance, and knowledge that you need. I was amazed at how helpful and friendly everyone is at the ASBP conferences. All you need to do is ask!
As you plan and get ready for incorporating obesity medicine into your practice, remember you can reach out to the members and staff to help you. I would not have been as successful in establishing my practice without my fellow ASBP members. Each practice opportunity is unique. Whether you plan to incorporate obesity medicine into an existing practice, starting up on your own creating a comprehensive program, or working within an established hospital system, you will find invaluable resources within ASBP.
3. What excites you the most about the field of obesity medicine right now? The field of obesity medicine is on the verge of an information and education explosion. I believe we are going to see big changes, not only for us as individual health care professionals, but for our health care communities. No one can argue the statistics and data that prove obesity is a disease in epidemic proportions. I believe we will see changes politically that will change the landscape of obesity medicine, giving us additional tools and resources to help each of our patients. Clinical research will help strengthen our position as we move forward; it is truly an exciting time for us in the specialty!
4. What are your favorite ways to spend your time off? I love spending my free time with my family. We are always on the go - track and swim meets, gymnastics sessions, or getting together with friends and family, just to name a few on our weekend "to do" list! We often go for bike rides, take the dog to the park to run and play, or plant and tend to our garden (we just got 12 fruit trees from the school fundraiser; wish me luck with those!). When it is quiet time, I love to read!
5. If someone were to write a biography about you in a few years, what do you think the title should be and why? "A Road Less Traveled." I believe that I gathered a lot of strength from the poem by Robert Frost, especially the last few lines "...I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference." My life has been a series of these crossroads, choosing one path over the other, and looking back, it was because of those challenges that made me who I am, and who I will be. Going forward as an obesity medicine specialist has been the most rewarding experience of my career; it has made me a better doctor, a better listener, a better communicator. I truly believe that I am fulfilling the oath I took years ago, and I would not have been able to accomplish all that I have without ASBP.
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Foundation
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Looking for a gift for mom this Mother's Day? Order something for her online from AmazonSmile! AmazonSmile is a charitable initiative started by Amazon.com. Once you select the Obesity Treatment Foundation (OTF) as your charity of choice, Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase to OTF every time you shop! Mother's Day is May 10, so shop online for a Mother's Day gift now.
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Like the Obesity Treatment Foundation on Facebook and keep up to date with all that's happening at the foundation and in the field of obesity medicine! Like our page by clicking here.
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Resources
 The Obesity Treatment Foundation (OTF) helps keep you up to date on current obesity research! Each week, OTF publishes a brief overview of three recent studies so you can be in the know, even during your busiest days. Click the titles below to view the full articles, and please consider supporting OTF so we can continue to provide you with updates on the latest research.
Hernandez, D. C., and Pressler, E. Prev Med, 2015.
The effect of the family environment and what happens at home has a large impact on a child's development. A study was conducted to examine the relationship between childhood body mass index (BMI) and the main causes of stress in families: arguments, what happens after divorce, remarriage or incarceration, financial stresses, and poor maternal health. The study found that girls from families who had constant arguments - regardless of the other stressors - were overweight or obese before turning 18. For boys, poor maternal health was associated with obesity. Total cumulative stress was related to overweight and obesity for girls but not boys. Helping develop strategies to cope with family-related stress during childhood may help to prevent weight gain during adolescence and beyond.
Villablanca, P. A., et al. Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 2015.
Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) includes continuous movements with postural changes that do not involve moderate- to vigorous-intensity exercise. NEAT occurs at low energy levels and can last for minutes to hours. This review article summarizes how NEAT can be a part of current medical recommendations to treat obesity and its adverse cardiometabolic consequences.
Who are the obese? A cluster analysis exploring subgroups of people affected by obesity
Green, M. A., et al. Journal of Public Health, 2015.
The heterogeneity of those defined as having obesity (BMI greater than 30) is often overlooked when classifying individuals based on an anthropometric measure. Obesity is associated with a variety of demographic, health, and behavioral differences; however, studies often consider obesity as a single discrete factor, analyzing its relationship to a single outcome variable treated in isolation to the other factors. This study explored the heterogeneity of individuals with obesity to identify population subgroups that can help clinicians and policymakers explore the need for differing strategies and interventions to help individuals lose weight. The researchers evaluated data from the Yorkshire Health Study to define groups of individuals who shared common characteristics. They found six distinct groups of individuals whose BMI was greater than or equal to 30. These subgroups were 1) heavy-drinking males; 2) young healthy females; 3) affluent and healthy elderly; 4) physically sick but happy elderly; 5) unhappy and anxious middle aged; 6) a cluster with the poorest health. These findings suggest that there is a wide-range of people who are affected by obesity, and obesity-related interventions that focus on subgroups of individuals may have more successful outcomes if the messages target the specific population group.
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Education
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Full Conference
30 CME | Sept. 30-Oct. 4 | RegisterIncludes the Obesity Medicine Certification Review Course and the Fall Obesity Summit.
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Obesity Medicine Certification Review Course12.5 CME | Sept. 30-Oct. 1 | RegisterProvides preparation to those planning to take the American Board of Obesity Medicine certification exam.
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Fall Obesity Summit17.5 CME | Oct. 2-4 | RegisterEnhance your knowledge about the latest research and trends in the field of obesity medicine at this summit, with all-new content for the fall.
  More Obesity Basic Medical Treatment courses scheduled this summer
Our winter season of Obesity Basic Medical Treatment courses is finished, but we're offering another series of courses this summer! Do you know anyone who wants to learn the basics of medical obesity treatment but doesn't know where to start? The Obesity Basic Medical Treatment (OBMT) course teaches physicians and health care providers who are brand new to the field of obesity medicine about the basic approaches to obesity treatment. Attendees can then decide whether or not to pursue further obesity medicine education or understand when to refer a patient to an obesity medicine clinician. Learn more about this course, or download a printable registration form. Online registration is also available for the following dates and cities.
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