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Dr. Ethan Lazarus accepting the Obesity Medicine Clinician of the Year Award in 2015
Nominate an OMA Member for an Award
Every year at the fall Overcoming Obesity conference, we present awards to members who have demonstrated outstanding service and worked tirelessly on behalf of OMA. We're now accepting nominations for this year's awards. If you know an OMA member deserving of special recognition, complete a nomination form and return it to Rachel Nevers at rachel@obesitymedicine.org. Please complete one form per nominee. The deadline to submit your nominations is July 8. View the list of last year's award winners.
New Edition of "Obesity: Evaluation and Treatment Essentials" Available
There's a new edition of Obesity: Evaluation and Treatment Essentials, a popular resource used by physicians to study for the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification exam. We have copies of the new book, which are available for you to order in the online store along with other recommended study materials. 

If you still need CME credit in order to apply to take the exam this year, check out the Obesity Medicine Academy. Here you can customize what you want to learn by choosing individual presentations, or you can purchase a bundled course. You can watch it all online and earn CME credit! Bundles currently available are:
Obesity Medicine Academy
This Week's Featured Presentation is "Writing an Effective Exercise Prescription"
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. In honor of the last day of May, (and because physical activity is one of our four treatment pillars) we chose a featured presentation that fits the theme.

In "Writing an Effective Exercise Prescription," Dr. Deborah Bade Horn will show you how you can help individuals affected by obesity overcome barriers to physical activity. Visit the Obesity Medicine Academy to purchase and watch this presentation. After you watch the presentation online, pass the quiz to claim 0.75 hours of CME/CE credit.

Obesity Treatment Foundation
Apply for a Position on the Foundation's Board of Directors
Become more involved with the Obesity Treatment Foundation (OTF). The Foundation currently has two open positions on its Board of Directors. Interested candidates must complete an application and submit it to OTF via email, fax, or mail by June 20. For questions about roles and responsibilities for members of the Board of Directors or open positions, contact stacy@obesitytreatmentfoundation.org.   
Submit Your Abstract as an Oral or Poster Presentation at Overcoming Obesity 2016
The Obesity Treatment Foundation (OTF) sponsors the clinical poster session at Overcoming Obesity 2016. Abstract submission is now open -- submit your abstract for consideration as an oral or poster presentation at the upcoming conference in Chicago. OMA members receive a reduced rate for abstract submission. Make sure you review the abstract submission guidelines prior to submitting your abstract.

Submit your abstract online by July 11, and join your colleagues in sharing obesity research. 
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Obesity Research Updates
Obesity research updates are brought to you by the Obesity Treatment Foundation.
Randomized Clinical Trial of Portion-controlled Pre-packaged Foods to Promote Weight Loss
Rock, C. L., et al. Obesity, 2016. 
Many clinicians recommend liquid meal replacements or pre-packaged foods as an obesity treatment strategy. A study was conducted to compare weight loss following either portion-controlled pre-packaged lunch and dinner entrées or a standard self-selected diet, in the context of a reduced-calorie diet and behavioral counseling. The study found that after 12 weeks, men and women with excess weight and obesity in the pre-packaged foods group had significantly greater weight loss than those in the self-selected diet group (8.6% versus 6.0%). These results suggest that incorporating pre-packaged foods into an obesity treatment plan may help some individuals succeed in their weight-loss goals. View article 
Efficacy of an Orlistat-Resveratrol Combination for Weight Loss in Subjects with Obesity: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Arzola-Paniagua, M. A., et al. Obesity, 2016. 
A double-blind, parallel, randomized controlled study was conducted to determine the efficacy of an orlistat-resveratrol (O-R) combination with a reduced-energy diet in individuals with obesity. Of the 84 participants who completed the six-month study, those in the O-R group lost significantly more weight than those in the placebo group (-6.8kg versus -3.5kg). Those who were in the orlistat or resveratrol monotherapy groups lost a similar amount of weight as the placebo group. These finding suggest that combining orlistat with resveratrol may be an effective combination in treating obesity. View article 
Mild Cognitive Impairment is Prevalent in Persons with Severe Obesity
Rochette, A. D., et al. Obesity, 2016.
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) causes a slight but noticeable decline in cognitive abilities, including memory and thinking skills. An individual with MCI is at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia. A study was conducted to examine the prevalence of MCI in a sample of adults with severe obesity (average age: 43 years) and to see if undergoing bariatric surgery reduced the frequency of MCI. Results showed that more than half of the 171 participants with severe obesity met the criteria for MCI. Among those who underwent bariatric surgery, the prevalence of MCI was reduced from 53.4% to 27.3%, suggesting that bariatric surgery reduces rates of MCI. The mechanisms linking obesity to adverse neurological outcomes needs to be more thoroughly explored. View article 
Upcoming Events
Overcoming Obesity 2016: Chicago, Sept. 21-25
Overcoming Obesity 2016 is your primary source for clinical obesity education. This fall we're offering the Review Course for the ABOM Exam -- the course preferred by physicians to help them prepare for the obesity medicine certification exam -- and the Fall Obesity Summit, which contains an all-new lineup of topics and speakers.

Overcoming Obesity 2016 takes place in Chicago on Sept. 21-25. Register online now!
Review Course for the ABOM Exam
13 CME/CE | Sept. 21-22
Helps prepare those planning to take the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification exam.
Fall Obesity Summit
17 CME/CE | Sept. 23-25
Addresses topics related to the clinical treatment of obesity and obesity-related conditions.
Obesity Medicine Basics
Obesity Medicine Basics returns this summer to four cities around the country. This introductory-level course is an opportunity for us to spread the word about obesity medicine to providers in a primary care setting.

As a member of OMA, you can earn rewards by referring others to attend Obesity Medicine Basics. Your efforts referring your colleagues to this course will help grow the field of obesity medicine and increase the number of health care professionals with a basic understanding of how to treat obesity.

Upcoming Courses:
Visit our website at obesitymedicine.org.

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