Nonbiased Discussions About Weight

CME

How to Initiate Nonbiased Discussions With Patients About Weight

Physicians: Maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

Released: August 17, 2023

Expiration: August 16, 2024

Daniel Bessesen
Daniel Bessesen, MD

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A longtime patient comes in for her annual physical. She is generally in good health but has gained a significant amount of weight, with a BMI >30 kg/m2. She has some questions about her health but does not mention her weight gain. Which of the following would be best to address her weight?