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9.16.25 Pediatric Grands, "Surgical and Medical Frontiers in Pediatric Obesity: Evidence, Barriers, and Opportunities" by Cornelia Griggs, MD

9.16.25 Pediatric Grands, "Surgical and Medical Frontiers in Pediatric Obesity: Evidence, Barriers, and Opportunities" by Cornelia Griggs, MD

Update: 2025-09-16
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  • Describe the current epidemiology of pediatric obesity, including prevalence, comorbidities, and the clinical consequences of underdiagnosis.
  • Evaluate the evidence regarding the safety and effectiveness of metabolic/bariatric surgery and pharmacotherapy (e.g., GLP-1 receptor agonists) as treatment options for adolescents with severe obesity.
  • Identify barriers to care—including stigma, provider bias, and limited access—and propose strategies to improve referral patterns, equity, and outcomes in pediatric obesity management.

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9.16.25 Pediatric Grands, "Surgical and Medical Frontiers in Pediatric Obesity: Evidence, Barriers, and Opportunities" by Cornelia Griggs, MD

9.16.25 Pediatric Grands, "Surgical and Medical Frontiers in Pediatric Obesity: Evidence, Barriers, and Opportunities" by Cornelia Griggs, MD

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