The Gaining Health Podcast

Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, shares a few exciting updates in the field of obesity medicine and interviews Dr. Jamy Ard, The Obesity Society (TOS) President, about his personal and professional experience.  Listen as Dr. Ard shares about the positive changes in obesity care treatment, and new research they have currently underway. Bio:  Dr. Ard is professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Prevention in the Division of Public Health Sciences, co-director of the Weight Management Center and medical director of medical weight management at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, NC. He is also the current President of The Obesity Society.  In October 2021, Dr. Ard was elected as a member to the National Academy of Medicine. Election to the Academy is considered one of the highest honors in the fields of health and medicine and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement and commitment to service.  Dr. Ard conducts research in clinical strategies to treat obesity and associated risk-factor modification. He also focuses on health disparities and ways to better engage African Americans in effective obesity treatment and research programs. He is a graduate of Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC, where he earned his medical degree. He also holds a bachelor’s of science degree in biology from Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA.LinkedIn:  Jamy ArdSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

While obesity is usually seen as a problem of excessive calories, what about the quality of food in the food-insecure and low-income areas?  Listen as Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, discusses how food access and obesity are related with Interrupt Hunger Founder, Bill Jollie.  Psychobioecological model to understand the income-food insecurity-obesity relationship”, by Leonard Epstein et al.  https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2212267217318920Interrupt Hunger: https://interrupthunger.org/SNAP: https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/state-directoryUS Food Assistance: https://www.usa.gov/food-helpUSDA National Hunger Hotline and Clearinghouse: 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBREFeeding America: https://give.feedingamerica.org/Hunger Vital Sign: https://childrenshealthwatch.org/public-policy/hunger-vital-sign/PDisclosure Statement: Jollie is an employee of AbbVie, but is here today on his own accord and not in his professional capacity as an AbbVie employee. All viewpoints provided are his personal opinions and not intended to reflect those of his employer.Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join Gaining Health host, Karli Burridge, PA, FOMA, as she discusses the newest Clinical Practice Statement (CPS) for Adolescents with Obesity published by the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA).  The rates are alarming, and clinician education on best care practices is vital.   While treatment can be complex with various influences, treatment starting at the onset leads to the best outcomes.  Link to Article HereLink to "AAP's Clinical Guidelines for Pediatric Obesity" on Spotify or Apple PodcastsSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, as she discusses how Dr. Deborah Horn got started in Obesity Medicine, and what she sees coming up in the future of Obesity Medicine practice.  What research is underway to help us understand long-term obesity treatment results and what type of "target" should we be aiming for with patients' care?  What are the positive and negative trends right now around Obesity Medicine practice?  Bio: Debbie Horn, DO, MPHDr. Horn is the Medical Director of the UT Center of Obesity Medicine and MetabolicPerformance (COMMP), in the Department of Surgery at the McGovern Medical School, where she is also an Associate professor and the Fellowship Program Director of the Clinical Obesity Medicine and Metabolism Fellowship program.  She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, a Founding Member of the Obesity Medicine Fellowship Council, a Co-Lead on the Obesity Medicine Education Collaborative, and a Clinical Faculty and member of the Education Management Task Force, World Obesity Federation, as well as a Past President of the Obesity Medicine Association.  She has won numerous awards for her work in obesity, including Obesity Specialist of the year multiple times! She graduated college from the University of Texas at Austin. She completed her Master’s of Science in Exercise Physiology at the University of Colorado at Boulder and her medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Preventive Medicine residency at the University of South Carolina and her Family Medicine residency at the Methodist/Cornell program in Houston. Dr. Horn also holds a Master’s of Public Health and Physical Activity from the University of South Carolina.LinkedIn: Deborah Bade Horn, DO, MPHSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join this conversation between "Gaining Health" host, Karli Burridge, PA, and "In the Know with Nina" host, Nina Crowley, Ph.D., as they discuss the importance of comprehensive obesity care.  How should clinicians and patients focus on treatment options as "AND" statements to avoid the black-and-white "OR" statements?  How can we fill the gaps between lifestyle changes and bariatric surgery options?  Their combined experience and knowledge in medical obesity treatment can help transform your either-or mentality!Bio:Nina Crowley, PhD, RD, LD advocates for effective communication, a patient-centered approach, and improved access to care for people with obesity. After 16 years as a dietitian and Program Coordinator with the Medical University of South Carolina’s Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Program, she has recently joined Seca’s Medical Body Composition and Bioimpedance Analysis Division as the Professional Affiliations and Education Manager.   Nina partners with healthcare providers and organizations to provide education and support for using body composition analysis as an outcome. Nina holds her doctorate in Health Psychology from Walden University, her MS in Health Care Policy and Management from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, and her BS in Nutrition Science from Cornell University. Dr. Crowley has authored publications on binge eating and food cravings in bariatric surgery patients and enjoys presenting on weight recurrence, obesity stigma and weight bias, and the importance of careful language for impactful communication. She can be found tweeting online at professional meetings at @PsychoDietitianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninacrowley/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/PsychoDietitianInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ninamcrowley/https://www.facebook.com/ninacrowleySupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host, Karli Burridge, as she discusses treating controllable factors around obesity and diabetes with Shagun Bindlish, MD.  Diabesity is a current health crisis, increasing how heart disease is growing as an epidemic.  How should we tailor treatment for patients struggling with both obesity and diabetes?  What role might a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) play in implementing diet, stress management, and treatment plans?  She brings both professional and personal experiences for improvements in overall well-being and disease management.  Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shagunmd/Email:  bshagun@gmail.com  Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Have you heard of the Saggital Abdominal Diameter (SAD)?   How might we use SAD to height ratio in place of BMI?  Join host, Karli Burridge, as she reviews a recent journal article about a cost-effective and simple measurement technique for assessing excess adiposity risk that can be more accurate than body mass index (BMI).Article:  Replacing the body mass index with the sagittal abdominal diameter (abdominal height) - PubMed (nih.gov)Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

What is lipedema? Have you missed this diagnosis in your patients? How can you identify this condition in your patients, and what are the treatment options? Get all your lipedema questions answered in this week's podcast episode, where host Karli Burridge interviews Dr. Karol Gutowski, a world-renouned lipedema expert! Bio:  Dr. Karol Gutowski is a Chicago area board-certified plastic surgeon nationally recognized for his advanced aesthetic treatments for the face, breast, body, and skin. His downtown Chicago and Oakbrook cosmetic surgery practice focuses on aesthetic plastic surgery as well as nonsurgical skin and facial rejuvenation treatments, as well as in the surgical  treatment of lipedema. Based on his expertise and innovation, Dr. Gutowski is an award-winning surgeon and has published his work in leading medical journals. He has also appeared in popular media, including The New York Times, CBS News, USA Today, and Fox News. He services patients throughout the greater Chicagoland area, and is one of the few plastic surgeons in the country who specializes in the treatment of lipedema and lipedema surgery.  Links and resources:Fat Disorders Resource Society https://www.fatdisorders.orgLipedema Foundation https://www.lipedema.orgDr Gutowski https://drgutowski.com/procedures/liposuction/lipedema/Learn more at DrGutowski.com& aFreshMedSpa.comLike on Facebook at DrGutowski & aFreshMedSpaFollow on Twitter @DrGutowski & @aFreshMedSpaWatch on Instagram @DrGutowski & @aFreshMedSpa Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

This week, host Karli Burridge speaks with her colleague, Dr. Anthony Auriemma, about how Dr. Auriemma has grown the obesity medicine program at Ascension to 10 locations in the Chicagoland area, as well as about the launch of the Illinois Obesity Society, and how it has grown to one of the biggest and most active State obesity organizations in the country. Dr. Auriemma taps into his JD degree, as he summarizes the steps that organizations must take to successfully start a non-profit, and provides tips and pearls on growing an organization. Dr. Anthony Auriemma graduated Cum Laude from Hope College before receiving his Doctor of Medicine Degree at Loyola University, Chicago. He also earned a Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. As you can tell, he’s a real slacker. Dr. Auriemma completed his residency in Family Medicine at Hinsdale Hospital where he served as Chief Resident. He is Board Certified in both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and serves as Medical Director for Ascension Weight Loss Solutions, which is where I work with him clinically. He is a Board member and Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association, and also serves as an alternate delegate at the American Medical Association representing the Obesity Medicine Association.  He was the recipient of OMA’s Dr. Vernon B Astler award in 2022, and he is a founding member and past president of the Illinois Obesity Society, which was founded in 2019, and which is currently one of the largest and most active state obesity organizations in the country. https://illinoisobesitysociety.org/https://obesitymedicine.org/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

We know that sleep and obesity are intricately linked. In this week’s episode, host Karli Burridge shares some of the latest research on sleep and obesity and provides some clinical pearls on how to assess for sleep and sleep disorders, and prioritize sleep for our patients and ourselves!https://diabetesjournals.org/care/article-abstract/doi/10.2337/dc23-1156/153802/Chronic-Insufficient-Sleep-in-Women-Impairs?redirectedFrom=fulltexthttps://jcsm.aasm.org/doi/full/10.5664/jcsm.10696https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34734495/https://www.mdcalc.com/calc/3992/stop-bang-score-obstructive-sleep-apneaSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Join host Karli Burridge this week as she unpacks the benefits of fitness training with Dr. John Jakicic.  What functional impacts would exercise have beyond weight loss and weight maintenance?  What types of assessments give the best picture of muscle mass and muscle function? And how are exercise recommendations impacted by the development of newer, highly effective anti-obesity medications?  Listen as Dr. Jakicic and Karli share from both their professional experience and current medical research on how to better implement physical activity goals into patient care.Dr. John M. Jakicic holds a PhD in exercise physiology from the University of Pittsburg and is a Research Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine in the Division of Physical Activity and Weight Management. His primary area of research is the study of obesity and body weight regulation and their relationship to chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and others. Within this research area he has a particular focus on physical activity and the implementation of novel interventions to enhance engagement and effectiveness, which includes a history of research to determine the appropriate dose of physical activity for long-term body weight regulation.Dr. Jakicic has served on various national and international committees to develop physical activity guidelines for the prevention and treatment of obesity and other chronic conditions. This included being appointed to the 2018 Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Dr. Jakicic has also authored or co-authored numerous position papers and clinical guidelines related to obesity and physical activity.https://www.exerciseismedicine.org/Dr. John Jakicic LinkedInSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge discusses some non-medical sources of the impact of GLP-1 in our society.  What is its impact on the food industry and grocery stores?  What are some business surveys reporting on changes in consumer food intake and food choices?  What are the projections for GLP-1 treatment in the future?  How will this impact beverage and snack choices readily available?  How might consumer weight management and medical specialty treatment programs adapt to current clients' demands and the benefits of GLP-1?  Listen to how consumer interests and health goals are shaping the future of weight management programs, restaurant choices, clothing retailers, and more!     https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/glp1-weight-loss-drugs-ozempic-walmart-stock-costco-cocacola-pepsico-2023-10https://www.morganstanley.com/ideas/obesity-drugs-food-industryhttps://ro.co/weight-loss/potential-ripple-effect-of-glp1s/#        Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode, host Karli Burridge speaks with fellow obesity specialist PA, Ledyi Ballesteros, about how Ledyi's own struggles with her weight led her to the field of obesity medicine, and how she has developed the obesity program at Gonzaba Medical Group, a multispecialty clinic in San Antonio TX, which serves a primarily low-income, elderly, Hispanic population. Ledyi explains how she developed the obesity program, and how she is able to help her patients using culturally sensitive, economic, patient and family-centered approaches. Ledyenska “Ledyi” Baez Ballesteros, MPAS, PA-C Ledyi—a bilingual provider treating patients who speak Spanish and English—began working in internal medicine and urgent care at Gonzaba Medical Group (GMG) in San Antonio, Texas in 2011. She founded the obesity medicine program at GMG in 2015 after gaining around 100 pounds after complications with her first pregnancy in 2014. Ledyi, who now has two kids, subsequently embarked on her own weight loss journey the following year, and her patients began to ask her about it. The resulting pilot program started with an estimated 60 patients. Today, she runs the obesity medicine program at GMG with nearly 700 patients, 75% of whom are Hispanic. Ledyi completed AAPA’s Obesity Management in Primary Care Training & Certificate Program in 2018 and earned the Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Management for NPs and PAs from the Obesity Medicine Association in 2020. For the past 2 years, she has served as the the Secretary of PAs in Obesity Medicine, and she has been instrumental in helping PAOM become an official caucus of the AAPA. Ledyi has presented on the topic of obesity to members of AAPA, the Association of PAs and NPs, Bexar County Society of PAs, the Society of Army PAs, and the Texas Association of PAs. Contacts:Email: ledyens@yahoo.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ledyi.ballesterosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ledyenskaballesteros/PAs in Obesity Medicine: pasinobesitymedicine.orgPAs Interested in Obesity Medicine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/754655381353212Gaining Health: https://gaininghealth.com/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge discusses the SELECT Trial and the results for implementation into obesity medicine practice.  The improvements in cardiovascular disease and obesity management through semaglutide (GLP-1 receptor agonist) medication treatment have now also been shown in patients without diabetes.  This landmark study is a step closer to victory for the obesity treatment community and patients struggling with obesity management.https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2307563Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge catches up  with obesity specialist Dr. Florencia Ziemke about the membership-based comprehensive obesity care program that Dr. Ziemke has developed at Evexia Medical Nutrition and Weight Management. They also discuss Dr. Ziemke's incredible  involvement with the Florida Obesity Society, the Florida Medical Board, Obesity Matters, her local Chamber of Commerce, and other organizations to advance the field of obesity medicine,  improving access to care, and providing mentorship to other women. Florencia Ziemke, MD, DABOM: Founder and Medical Director for Evexia Medical: Nutrition and Weight Management. Dr. Ziemke has nearly two decades of clinical and research experience in the field of Obesity & Nutrition Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency, clinical nutrition fellowship, and clinical research, in Boston, MA. She has worked at top national centers such as Boston Medical Center and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center with affiliations at Boston University, Tufts Medical School, and Harvard Medical School. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She serves on the Network Advisory Committee of The Obesity Society, Editorial Board of Obesity Pillars, and is a Scientific Medical Associate for Obesity Matters. She lives in Jupiter, FL with her husband and two children. She enjoys outdoor activities, swimming, and creating fun recipes with her family.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evexiamedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/evexia-med/Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

Breaking News: The FDA approved Eli Lilly’s drug, tirzepatide, for the treatment of obesity! The name for this drug is  Zepbound™ and it is, the first and only obesity treatment of its kind that activates both GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) hormone receptors. Zepbound, like all other AOMs,  is indicated for adults with obesity (with a BMI of 30 kg/m2 or greater), or those who are overweight/ preobesity  (with a BMI of 27 kg/m2 or greater) and also have weight-related complications.In this episode, Karli reviews the news release and discusses things like, when Zepbound is expected to be available, pricing, and the studies that lead to its FDA appoval. News ReleaseSurmount 3Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week’s episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Dr. Rukhsana Iqbal about the intersectionality of mental health, eating disorders, and obesity. They discuss the bi-directional relationship between obesity and mental health disorders, trauma-informed care, the importance of shared decision making and patient-centered care, managing weight-promoting anti-depressant and anti-psychotic medications, diagnosing and managing eating disorders in patients with obesity, and important take-aways for effectively managing patients who are affected by mental health disorders, eating disorders, and obesity. Dr. Iqbal is a board-certified physician and specializes in treating patients with both medical and psychiatric illness. She received her medical degree from Northeast Ohio medical university in Rootstown, OH and went on to do a dua residency in Family Medicine and psychiatry at university Hospital/ case Western Reserve University in Cleveland OH. She then completed her fellowship in consult-liaison psychiatry at northwestern university in Chicago IL. She has practiced as an adult psychiatrist at Hinsdale behavioral health in Hinsdale IL for the past 13 years. She is an adjunct professor at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL and teaches family medicine residents from Loyola MacNeal hospital in Maywood, IL. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week’s episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Nurse Practitioner Lori Wenz, who recently attended Obesity Week 2023. They discuss how and why Lori first became interested in obesity medicine, the challenges and rewards of opening her own clinic, Western Colorado Weight Care in Grand Junction, Colorado, and Lori’s highlights and take-aways from Obesity Week 2023!Lori Wenz, MSN, AGNP-C, BC-ADM, FOMA is a national board-certified nurse practitioner who has developed expertise in the  treatment of diabetes and obesity. She holds a board certification in Advanced Diabetes Management, Certificate of Advanced Education in Obesity Medicine from the Obesity Medicine Association and is a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association. She has been providing obesity treatment since 2014 and has been instrumental in developing two comprehensive obesity treatment practices within health systems. She is the founder and owner of Western Colorado Weight Care in Grand Junction, Colorado. Ms. Wenz has been an active member of the Obesity Medicine Association since 2017, and currently serves on the CME and Medical Surgical Committees. She has dedicated her career to providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help patients manage their weight and improve their health. She also serves as a mentor and educator to nurse practitioners, physician associates and physicians interested in learning more about treating obesity. Outside of work, Lori enjoys spending time hiking, kayaking, paddle boarding, reading, and taking walks on the beach with her husband Adam and their two daughters.Links and resources:Peer View Obesity traininghttps://www.aace.com/patient-journey/obesityLori's LinkedInLori's FacebookSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this week's episode of the Gaining Health podcast, host Karli Burridge speaks with Jeff Young, a Kinesiologist and Medical Fitness expert. They discuss how and why Jeff became involved with medical fitness, and the importance of resistance training throughout the lifespan, especially for people undergoing weight reduction as part of their obesity management. Jeff shares some great resources that he has developed to help patients and clinicians, and explains how he is bridging the gap between medicine and fitness.  Jeff Young, Kinesiologist, CSCS, ACSM-EIM has a unique set of skills and experience that allows him to provide valuable insights and solutions to clinicians, fitness professionals, and laypeople. Through his roles as the President-elect of the American College of Sports Medicine's Greater New York Regional chapter, Chair of the National Strength and Conditioning Association's Special Populations SIG, and his work as a subject matter expert for various organizations, he has developed a deep understanding of medical fitness and strength and conditioning. He is dedicated to using this knowledge to help others improve their health and well-being through personalized, principle-based approaches, as well as educate clinicians on how to bridge the gap between their field of expertise and fitness/medical fitness. Additionally, Jeff served as an internship provider for exercise science and kinesiology students at several colleges and universities; a board member for Penn State University’s Kinesiology Affiliate Program Group; and a sought-after speaker and educator (has presented at over 20 national and regional conferences, and over 20 colleges and universities).The Medicine Rehab Fitness Institute websiteThe Medicine Rehab Fitness  Institute Facebook groupThe Medical Fitness PodcastTo email Jeff: jykinesiology@gmail.com@JYKinesSupport the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon

In this episode of the Gaining Health Podcast, host and obesity expert, Karli Burridge, discusses a review article published in Frontiers in Endocrinology, Volume 13, in November 2022, about The Importance of Estradiol for Body Weight Regulation in Women.Despite the general recognition that appetite changes throughout a woman's menstrual cycle and during periods of hormonal changes such as puberty, pregnancy, and menopause, estradiol, or women's hormones in general, are often not discussed when talking about appetite and weight regulation. Karli reviews the highlights of this review article, and discusses estradiol's direct and indirect impact on appetite and weight, and sheds light on the common concerns that many of our female patients present with. Support the showThe Gaining Health Podcast will release a new episode monthly, every second Wednesday of the month. Episodes including interviews with obesity experts as well as scientific updates and new guidelines for the management of obesity.If you're a clinician or organization looking to start or optimize an obesity management program, and you want additional support and resources, check out the Gaining Health website! We offer monthly and annual Memberships, which include live group coaching, a community forum to ask questions and post resources, pre-recorded Master Classes, digital resources inlcuding patient education materials and office forms, and much more! We also sell our popular Gaining Health products, including a book on developing an obesity management program, editable forms and templates, and patient education materials in our Gaining Health Shop! If you are loving this podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon