Harvard Obesity Medicine Board Review Board Review Pre-course 2022

Overview

Harvard Obesity Medicine Board Review Board Review Pre-Course 2022 offers comprehensive preparation for the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) certification exam. This course covers key topics relevant to obesity medicine including pathophysiology, nutritional therapy, pharmacotherapy, bariatric surgery, pediatrics, and behavioral assessment.

On-demand endocrinology and metabolism education — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Agenda

This pre-course was originally delivered live on October 23, 2022, and is now available on-demand. It encompasses four sessions with lectures, panel discussions, and Q&A segments designed to strengthen expertise and confidence in obesity medicine.

• Welcome and Introduction — Angela Fitch, MD and Amandeep Singh, MD, PhD
• Pathophysiology of Obesity — Angela Fitch, MD
• Nutritional Assessment and Therapy — Klara Rosenquist, MD
• Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Exercise — Gail O’Brien, MD
• Panel Discussion / Q&A
• Pathophysiology of Obesity 2 — Paul Copeland, MD
• Pediatrics 1: Patient Assessment — Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS
• Pediatrics 2: Patient Management — Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS
• Lightning Round 1 — Wesley Dutton, MD
• Pathophysiology of Obesity 3 — Angela Fitch, MD
• Pharmacotherapy — Gregory Curtis, MD
• Bariatric Surgery — Joshua Landreneau, MD
• Panel Discussion / Q&A
• Behavioral Assessment and Therapy — Angela Fitch, MD
• Genetic and Syndromic Obesity — Sonali Malhotra, MD
• Obesity Comorbidities — Wesley Dutton, MD
• Lightning Round 2 — Gregory Curtis, MD

Speakers

• Angela Fitch, MD
• Amandeep Singh, MD, PhD
• Klara Rosenquist, MD
• Gail O’Brien, MD
• Paul Copeland, MD
• Vibha Singhal, MD, MBBS
• Wesley Dutton, MD
• Gregory Curtis, MD
• Joshua Landreneau, MD
• Sonali Malhotra, MD

This course includes a statement that participation in both TREATING OBESITY 2022 and the Obesity Medicine Board Review fully satisfies the 30-hour live Group One CME requirement to qualify for ABOM certification. No CME credits are awarded directly through this platform.

Target Audience

This course is designed for healthcare professionals preparing for the ABOM certification exam, including physicians, endocrinologists, pediatricians, surgeons, and other clinicians specializing in obesity medicine and metabolic disorders.

Why This Topic Matters

Harvard Obesity Medicine Board Review Board Review Pre-Course 2022 addresses critical knowledge areas in obesity medicine that are essential for certification and clinical excellence. The course facilitates a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology, treatment options, and management strategies associated with obesity and its comorbidities in endocrinology and metabolism.

Providing access through MedHub Central ensures that clinicians can strengthen their expertise and clinical confidence in obesity medicine conveniently and effectively. This course supports professional development tailored to the complexities of obesity care.