Board of Trustees Proposes Changes to Membership Structure
In an effort to align OMA with the ever-evolving field of obesity medicine, the Board of Trustees is pleased to propose a change to the existing membership structure. Tomorrow, all eligible voting members will receive an email with a link to the ballot to approve the changes. Watch for this email in your inbox, and cast your vote starting tomorrow! The proposed changes to the existing membership structure will allow us to:
- Focus on providing valuable resources and experiences to members who are active in clinical practice and involved in the organization
- Foster increased engagement among NPs and PAs
- Expand opportunities for clinicians-in-training to get involved in the field of obesity medicine
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Register before Prices Increase on Saturday
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 Book Your Hotel Room before the Discounted Rate Expires on August 29
All Overcoming Obesity 2016 conference events will take place at the Hilton Chicago. If you haven't done so yet, reserve your room as soon as possible. The hotel is nearly full, and discounted rooms will not be available after Monday, August 29.Reserve your room before August 29 to take advantage of the discounted conference rate of $249 per night. This rate is subject to availability and not guaranteed if rooms run out, so don't wait to make your reservation!
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 Become a Mentor to a New Obesity Medicine Clinician
Get more out of Overcoming Obesity 2016 by becoming a mentor. We're offering the mentorship program exclusively to members at the conference. As a mentor, we'll pair you with a small group of mentees with whom you can meet throughout the conference. Not only will this program connect you with someone new to add to your network, but it will allow you to provide valuable advice and guidance about practicing obesity medicine and feel more rewarded with your conference experience. To sign up to be a mentor at Overcoming Obesity 2016, contact membership@obesitymedicine.org.
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 Start the Conversation about Weight with Free Resources from OAC
As a member of OMA, one of your benefits is a free membership in the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). OAC offers free resources to help you talk about weight and health with your patients and educate them about obesity. OAC's BMI chart poster is a valuable tool for encouraging your patients to talk about managing their weight. OMA also offers a free poster about measuring obesity using BMI, waist circumference, or percent body fat. Hang both posters in your office to start the conversation with your patients! Order your free, patient-focused educational tools and resources from OAC now, or visit www.ObesityAction.org to learn more.
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Executive Director
Sponsorships and Exhibits Manager
Operations Manager
Executive Director of the Obesity Treatment Foundation
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101 University Blvd.,
Suite 330
Denver, CO 80206
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Obesity Treatment Foundation
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 Submit Your Abstract by August 31
There's still time to submit a late-breaking abstract and share your research with experts and attendees at Overcoming Obesity 2016. Submit your abstract now to present your research at the poster session on Sept. 23 and be entered to win the clinical poster contest. The deadline to submit your late-breaking abstract is August 31.
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Relationships between Time Use and Obesity in a Representative Sample of Americans
Patel, V. C., et al. Obesity, 2016.
A study of more than 28,000 individuals ages 22-70 was conducted to assess behaviors associated with obesity. The study found that short and long sleep and work were associated with higher BMI. During the work week, people with obesity were more likely to work between 3:30 AM and 7:00 AM and sleep during the day, and they were less likely to participate in sports, exercise, or recreation. Those who did participate in sports, exercise, or recreation did so for amounts of time similar to individuals with normal BMI. Individuals with obesity were more likely to watch television almost all hours of the day and were less likely to participate in food and drink preparation and housework on weekdays than individuals with normal weight. The authors concluded that both short and long sleep, and the time of day that sleep and work occur, are associated with obesity. Television is the main sedentary activity that is associated with obesity. View article
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Endobarrier® in Grade I Obese Patients with Long-Standing Type 2 Diabetes: Role of Gastrointestinal Hormones in Glucose Metabolism
Vilarrasa, N., et al. Obesity Surgery, 2016.
A study was done to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Endobarrier®, a duodenal-jejunal bypass liner that physically mimics the intestinal bypass component of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and duodenal-jejunal exclusion surgery. Twenty-one patients with diabetes and obesity were implanted with Endobarrier®. After 12 months, patients lost an average of 14.9% of their total body weight. HbA1c decreased 0.6% at 12 months. GLP-1 values were not different before and after the implant. Fasting plasma ghrelin and PYY concentrations increased by month 12. Minor adverse events occurred in 14% of patients and major events occurred in 9.5% of patients. These findings suggest that patients with diabetes and obesity who get the Endobarrier® may expect significant weight loss after one year and improvement in glucose control. View article
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The Influence of School Nutrition Programs on the Weight of Low-income Children: A Treatment Effect Analysis
Capogrossi, K., and You, W. Health Economics, 2016.
The School Breakfast Program (SBP) and National School Lunch Program (NSLP) were created to improve children's health outcomes. A study was conducted to evaluate how school meal programs affect child BMI from first through eighth grade. Results showed that short-term participation in only the NSLP increased the chances that children will be overweight, particularly in the South, Northeast, and rural areas. Participation in both programs from first through eighth grade increased the likelihood that these students will be overweight. The authors suggest that these programs should continue to be evaluated, given the association with childhood obesity. View article
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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!
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Review Course for the ABOM Exam
13.5 CME/CE | Sept. 21-22
Addresses the clinical topics physicians need to know for the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification exam.
If you're a physician planning to take the exam, use this opportunity to study for the exam and meet current diplomates of ABOM.
| Fall Obesity Summit
17 CME/CE | Sept. 23-25
Addresses clinical topics relevant to what's happening in the field of obesity medicine right now.
If you're a health care professional who encounters obesity in your practice, don't miss this opportunity to gain practical tips from experienced obesity medicine clinicians.
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The Obesity Medicine Association and the Obesity Treatment Foundation thank our 2016 Corporate Advisory Council members for their continuous support.
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