Topic: Adipose Tissue_Appetite_and Obesity
Michael Voss, MD
Assistant Professor
Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI, United States
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
Ruth-Alma Turkson-Ocran, APRN-CNP, PhD
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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The rapid evolution of obesity and diabetes therapies demands a renewed focus on equitable, person-centered care. This session will highlight strategies to individualize obesity treatment, incorporating patient preferences, psychosocial context, and long-term support. Speakers will explore global and community perspectives on improving access and reducing disparities in obesity care and address best practices for diabetes management in underserved populations. Together, these presentations will emphasize inclusive approaches that bridge clinical innovation with real-world delivery, ensuring that emerging therapies benefit all patients equitably.
Symposium Speaker: Claudia Fox, MD MPH – University of Minnesota, Department of Pediatrics, Center for Pediatric Obesity Medicine
Symposium Speaker: Elbert Huang, MD, MPH (he/him/his) – University of Chicago
Symposium Speaker: Amie Ogunsakin – UNIVERSITY OF IOWA HOSPITALS AND CLINICS