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Obesity: A Disease episodes

May 20, 2020Episode 17: Clinical Conversations: Newest Endoscopic Bariatric Procedures
Episode Description
In this episode, Obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Shelby Sullivan, MD, a highlighted speaker from Overcoming Obesity 2019, giving an overview of the newest endoscopic bariatric procedures and their impact. Topics covered include: current and emerging endoscopic bariatric procedures, combining anti-obesity medications with endoscopic procedures, and integrating bariatric procedures within the continuum of patient care. Dr. Sullivan is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and is the director of the Gastroenterology Metabolic and Bariatric Program.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Shelby Sullivan, MD
Related Resources
Update on Endoscopic Procedures
14 min
May 04, 2020Episode 16: Article Reviews: Dietary Fat Intake and Body Weight
Episode Description
In this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Krishna Doniparthi, MD, FAARM, FOMA, reviewing a recent article about the impact of fat consumption in diet on body weight in Mediterranean population. Topics covered include: impact on weight when replacing proteins with mono and poly unsaturated fats, consumption of macro-nutrients on body weight along with processed and ultra-processed fats and oils, and how to change the diet to be more in-line with human physiology.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Krishna Doniparthi, MD, FAARM, FOMA
Article Reviewed
Quality of Dietary Fat Intake and Body Weight and Obesity in a Mediterranean Population: Secondary Analyses within the PREDIMED Trial
Related Resource
Nutrition Strategies: The Mediterranean and Ketogenic Diets
12 min
April 13, 2020Episode 15: Clinical Conversations: COVID-19 and Obesity
Episode Description
In this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM about impacts in caring for patients with obesity caused by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Topics covered include: the interactions COVID-19 may have with patients with obesity, how managing stress affects mental and physical health, the unique challenges and opportunities brought about during this time, and how we can have hope moving forward.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org.

Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
28 min
April 13, 2020Episode 15: Clinical Conversations: COVID-19 and Obesity
Episode Description
In this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM about impacts in caring for patients with obesity caused by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Topics covered include: the interactions COVID-19 may have with patients with obesity, how managing stress affects mental and physical health, the unique challenges and opportunities brought about during this time, and how we can have hope moving forward.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org.

Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
28 min
April 06, 2020Episode 14: Article Reviews: Impact of Psychotropic Drugs on Weight Gain
Episode Description
n this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Dr. Harold Bays, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Dr. William McCarthy, FOMA about a recent article discussing changes in metabolic parameters and body weight in brexpiprazole-treated patients with acute schizophrenia. Topics covered include: awareness of medications that cause weight gain for patients with obesity, why individual treatment strategies are key when considering medications that may be weight positive as each patient may respond differently, and the importance of communication between medical providers in following patient progress to avoid complications.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Bill McCarthy, MD, FOMA
Article Reviewed
Changes in metabolic parameters and body weight in brexpiprazole-treated patients with acute schizophrenia: pooled analyses of phase 3 clinical studies.
Related Resources
Impact of Psychotropic Medications on Obesity
12 min
March 22, 2020Episode 13: Clinical Conversations: Brown Fat in Health and Disease
Episode Description
What is brown fat and how does it impact obesity? In this episode, Obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Paul Cohen, PhD, MD, a highlighted speaker from Overcoming Obesity 2019, about the role of brown fat in health.

Topics covered include:
Different types of fat and their respective roles

The research evidence on the anti-obesity effects of activating brown fat

The possible metabolic impacts of increasing brown fat

The impact of weight loss, physical activity, and the gut microbiome on production of brown fat
Dr. Cohen is a physician-scientist focused on the links between obesity and associated diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.

You can purchase the full recording of Dr. Cohen's presentation on brown fat and access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org.

Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM

Paul Cohen, MD, PhD
Related Resources
Brown Fat in Health and Disease: Paul Cohen, MD, PhD
14 min
March 17, 2020Episode 12: Article Reviews: Saturated Fat and the Human Liver
Episode Description
In this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM and Sara Karjoo, MD, Dipl. ABOM review the article Saturated Fat Is More Metabolically Harmful for the Human Liver Than Unsaturated Fat or Simple Sugars which evaluates if saturated fat is more metabolically harmful for the human liver than unsaturated fat or simple sugars. Topics covered include: how fat in liver is associated with an increased risk of heart disease and cancer, importance of early screening for progression of other diseases, and what to do as a clinician to treat non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Sara Karjoo, MD, Dipl. ABOM
Article Reviewed
Saturated Fat Is More Metabolically Harmful for the Human Liver Than Unsaturated Fat or Simple Sugars
Related Resources
Managing Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Pediatric Patients with Obesity
14 min
February 17, 2020Episode 11: Clinical Conversations: Childhood Obesity
Episode Description
Obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews William Dietz, MD, PhD, a keynote speaker from Overcoming Obesity 2019, about what is contributing to current childhood obesity and looking ahead to results of childhood obesity in the future.
Topics covered include what has changed in regards to contributors to childhood obesity, access for physical activity opportunities, food choices in pregnancy affecting children's eating habits, and the role of schools and clinicians in improving obesity rates.
Dr. Dietz is the Sumner M. Redstone Chair of the Global Center for Prevention and Wellness at the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University. He is also the Director of the STOP Obesity Alliance.
You can purchase the full recording of Dr. Dietz's presentation on pediatric obesity and access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM

William Dietz, MD, PhD
Related Resources
Childhood Obesity and Its Effect Across the Lifespan: William H. Dietz, MD, PhD
16 min
February 03, 2020Episode 10: Article Reviews: Dairy and Heart Disease
Episode Description
In this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM about a recent article on the effect of eating and drinking dairy products on the risk of heart disease. Topics covered include: Exploring why consuming dairy may not increase the risk for heart disease, dairy as a diverse food group, and the need for nuance when approaching macro-nutrient categories, such as fats.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Article Reviewed
Association of dairy intake with cardiovascular disease and mortality in 21 countries from five continents (PURE): a prospective cohort study
Related Resources
Point-Counterpoint Discussion on Dietary Saturated Fat

Novel Concepts in Obesity and Heart Disease: What an Obesity Specialist Needs to Know
13 min
February 03, 2020Episode 10: Article Reviews: Dairy and Heart Disease
Episode Description
In this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM about a recent article on the effect of eating and drinking dairy products on the risk of heart disease. Topics covered include: Exploring why consuming dairy may not increase the risk for heart disease, dairy as a diverse food group, and the need for nuance when approaching macro-nutrient categories, such as fats.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM

Lydia Alexander, MD, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Article Reviewed
Association of dairy intake with cardiovascular disease and mortality in 21 countries from five continents (PURE): a prospective cohort study
Related Resources
Point-Counterpoint Discussion on Dietary Saturated Fat

Novel Concepts in Obesity and Heart Disease: What an Obesity Specialist Needs to Know
13 min

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Obesity: A Disease is the official Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) FREE podcast exploring the many facets of the disease of obesity. Episodes provide valuable insights into this growing problem and…