• Topic

    Obesity

    This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, on obesity and related issues, including bariatric surgery, childhood obesity, diet, exercise, lifestyle counseling, and weight loss maintenance. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past two years is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only.
    Categories

    Treatment

    Prevention

    Editorials and Letters

    Complications and Special Situations

    Screening and Diagnosis

    Patient Education, Self-Care

    Improving Practice

    Overview

    Treatment
    Aug 15, 2024 — Tirzepatide (Zepbound) for the Treatment of Obesity [STEPS]
    Aug 15, 2024 — Management of Obesity: Office-Based Strategies   CME   Alg
    Oct 15, 2023 — Medications to Promote Weight Loss: Guidelines From the American Gastroenterological Association [Practice Guidelines]   CME
    Jan 15, 2023 — Semaglutide (Wegovy) for the Treatment of Obesity [STEPS]
    Mar 15, 2022 — Cellulose and Citric Acid (Plenity) for Weight Management in Overweight and Obese Adults [STEPS]
    Dec 01, 2018 — Wearable Devices for Weight Loss [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
    Aug 01, 2018 — Interventions for Treatment of Overweight and Obese Children [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Jul 15, 2016 — Liraglutide (Saxenda) for Weight Loss [STEPS]
    Apr 15, 2015 — Naltrexone/Bupropion (Contrave) for Weight Loss [STEPS]
    Dec 15, 2014 — Lorcaserin (Belviq) for Weight Loss [STEPS]
    Oct 15, 2014 — Phentermine/Topiramate (Qsymia) for Chronic Weight Management [STEPS]
    Apr 01, 2011 — Appetite Suppressants as Adjuncts for Weight Loss [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Sep 15, 2010 — Weight Loss Maintenance   PtEd
    Jun 01, 2008 — Low Glycemic Diets for Obesity Treatment [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Nov 01, 2007 — Metformin Therapy and Diabetes Prevention in Adolescents Who Are Obese [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    May 01, 2007 — Exercise Is an Effective Intervention in Overweight and Obese Patients [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Prevention
    Apr 01, 2020 — Interventions for Reducing Childhood Obesity [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Editorials and Letters
    Oct 15, 2024 — Prescribing GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss: Wrestling With Our Philosophical Angst [Editorials]   FREE
    Dec 15, 2023 — Learning the ABCDs of Weight Stigma and Bias [Editorials]   FREE
    Oct 15, 2023 — Breaking Down the AAP Guideline on Childhood Obesity [Editorials]   FREE
    Aug 15, 2020 — Case Report: Wernicke Encephalopathy Following Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass [Letters to the Editor]
    May 01, 2018 — Obesity in Pregnancy: Risks and Management [Editorials]
    Jun 15, 2010 — Hypocupremia in Patients After Gastric Bypass Surgery [Letters to the Editor]
    Jul 01, 2008 — Family Physicians and the Childhood Obesity Epidemic [Editorials]
    Nov 01, 2006 — BMI Monitoring in the Management of Obesity in Toddlers [Editorials]
    Complications and Special Situations
    Jun 15, 2022 — Metabolic Surgery for Adult Obesity: Common Questions and Answers
    Nov 01, 2020 — How to Manage a Patient with Weight Regain [Curbside Consultation]
    Jan 01, 2016 — Making Lifestyle Changes After Gastric Bypass [Close-ups]
    May 15, 2014 — Complications of Adjustable Gastric Banding Surgery for Obesity   Alg
    Apr 01, 2010 — ACOG Guidelines on Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery [Practice Guidelines]
    Jan 15, 2008 — Predicting Mortality Risk in Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgery [Point-of-Care Guides]   POC
    Screening and Diagnosis
    Oct 15, 2024 — Interventions for High Body Mass Index in Children and Adolescents [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Apr 15, 2019 — Behavioral Weight Loss Interventions to Prevent Obesity-Related Morbidity and Mortality in Adults [Putting Prevention Into Practice]
    Apr 15, 2019 — Behavioral Weight Loss Interventions to Prevent Obesity-Related Morbidity and Mortality in Adults: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Apr 15, 2011 — Secondary Causes of Obesity [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Nov 01, 2008 — Evaluating Obesity and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Children and Adolescents   Alg
    Patient Education, Self-Care
    Sep 01, 2016 — Weight Loss: Practical Tips [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Oct 01, 2011 — Weight Loss Surgery [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Sep 15, 2010 — Tips on Keeping Weight Off: Successful Weight Loss Maintenance [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Improving Practice
    May 15, 2015 — Losing Weight and Motivating Others [Close-ups]
    Mar 01, 2007 — Are Obese Physicians Effective at Providing Healthy Lifestyle Counseling? [Curbside Consultation]
    Sep 01, 2006 — Obesity: Psychological and Behavioral Considerations [Curbside Consultation]
    Overview

    Adult

    Oct 15, 2010 — Obesity in Adults [Clinical Evidence Handbook]

    Children and Adolescents

    Jul 01, 2008 — Childhood Obesity: Highlights of AMA Expert Committee Recommendations   PtEd
    Dec 01, 2007 — Obesity In Children [Clinical Evidence Handbook]

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