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A Family Centered Approach to the Treatment of Obesity

Friday, April 21, 2023
12:45 PM - 1:45 PM EDT
Location: Trianon Ballroom
CE: 1
The initial contact with a child with obesity and their family is a critical part of patient care. Appreciation of a number of factors is important: 1) Recognizing child’s and family’s previous experiences with the healthcare system 2) Helping the child and family understand that obesity is a disease 3) Clarifying to the child and the family that the disease is not their fault 4) Educating the child and family regarding interdisciplinary pediatric management of obesity 5) Identifying the possible existence of internalized bias. 6) Identifying the possible existence of aspects of bias and stigma in the office setting Utilizing lived experiences as well as provider experiences. Finally, suggestions will be made as to how to increase the chances of a productive initial contact.

Learning Objectives:

  • Enhance success of initial encounters with children and their families when treating the disease of obesity
  • Describe sources of bias and stigma encountered by children with obesity and their families.
  • By the end of session, participants will be able to describe why to improve their knowledge gaps and those of the payors, the policy makers and the public.