Emerging Issues in Obesity Care for Older Adults

In this Momentum Discussion Podcast episode, Dr. John A. Batsis, co-convener of the GSA Obesity and Aging Interest Group, describes exciting findings about how obesity management medications positively impact a variety of major medical conditions. He also describes the unique needs of older adults with obesity and highlights the need for evidence-based, team-based care for them. 

Speaker

John Batsis, MD, Associate Professor, Division of Geriatric Medicine, School of Medicine, Department of Nutrition, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Host

Jennifer L. Pettis, MS, RN, CNE, Director, Strategic Alliances, Gerontological Society of America

 

This podcast episode is supported by Novo Nordisk. Content was developed by the Gerontological Society of America (GSA).