Obesity Medicine

Why are people with obesity at high risk for severe COVID-19 infection? Dr Caroline Apovian explains that immunity in this population has begun to senesce.

Metabolic and bariatric surgery are deemed "elective," along with cosmetic procedures, and still widely postponed. "Resume these life-saving procedures, now," says the ASMBS.

Roux-en-Y gastric bypass remains the gold standard of bariatric surgery. Obesity and nutrition expert Caroline Apovian, MD, explains why and how it differs from the 3 other types of weight loss surgery.

From highest percentage of obese children to lowest percentage of adults with high cholesterol, see how obesity hits home state by state in our new slideshow.

The structural changes created in bariatric surgery increase the release of gut hormones that communicate satiety to the brain.

Changes in primary care for obesity have moved rapidly in some ways but less so in others. Obesity medicine advocate Ted Kyle details the overall steady progress.

The metabolic pathology that underlies obesity must be addressed through medication or bariatric surgery or significant weight loss will be transient.

Healthy white adipose tissue helps regulate endocrine activity that protects metabolic function. Dr Caroline Apovian explains how this function deteriorates as obesity progresses.

Patients with obesity may require long-term pharmacologic management to sustain weight loss. Obesity expert Donna Ryan, MD, talks about new drugs in the pipeline.

Study: Nearly 90% of inpatients with COVID-19 on mechanical ventilation died; obesity, diabetes, hypertension common among the 5700 patients.

Obesity Medicine is a young specialty but is expanding quickly in response to the global epidemic of obesity and the many chronic diseases it causes.

In the US, where 40% of adults meet criteria for obesity, results of 2 new case series have important clinical implications for patient care during the pandemic.

VIDEO: Patients with obesity are at increased risk for the SARS-CoV-2 infection and for more dangerous complications, explains obesity researcher Donna Ryan, MD.

A newly published study found that Pilates may be effective in improving cardiovascular health for obese young women.

Irregular sleep patterns in women may impact quality of diet and calories consumed, increasing risk for cardiometabolic disease, concludes a new study.

The FDA is urging physicians to weigh the benefits and risks of the obesity drug, Belviq™ (lorcaserin), when deciding to start or continue treatment.

Abdominal obesity was independently associated with recurrent MI or stroke despite secondary preventive measures, according to a new study.

Morbid obesity significantly increases risks associated with diverticulitis including open surgeries and mortality, according to new research.

From nut consumption to abnormal bowel habits, test your knowledge of the latest research in obesity with this quick quiz. 

Addressing weight issues with patients can be tricky, but these 8 tips can help make that awkward conversation a little easier. 

SAN ANTONIO - A national analysis has revealed an increase in the rate of colorectal cancer resections occurring after bariatric surgery.

In a new study of >600 000 Israeli adolescents, researchers found an inverse relationship between body mass index and acne. 

A recent study found that obese or severely obese patients have a 60% higher risk of chronic diarrhea vs those who are within a normal weight range. 

Eating just half a serving more a day of nuts can help ward off weight gain and lower the risk of obesity, according to a recent study. 

The end of another quarter means a new list of FDA-approved drugs for primary care. Which ones should you know about? Click through to find out.