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Medications or Surgery – The Best Approach for Optimal Weight Loss Outcomes
Medications or Surgery – The Best Approach for Optimal Weight Loss Outcomes
Approved, Morbid Obesity
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45.0
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Measuring Outcomes (MO)
Brief Overview
This education program is designed to equip GP's with the latest evidence-based knowledge and clinical decision-making tools to manage patients with obesity. As the prevalence of obesity continues to rise, GPs are often the first point of contact for patients seeking weight management support. Understanding when to initiate pharmacological treatment, when to refer for bariatric surgery, and how to integrate both approaches into a comprehensive care plan is crucial.
Program Details

Understand current evidence-based guidelines for obesity management, including pharmacological and surgical interventions 

Gain insight into the comparative effectiveness, risks, and long-term outcomes of available treatment options.

Recognize the role of general practice in a multidisciplinary weight management pathway. 

Assess and stratify patients for appropriate weight loss interventions based on clinical criteria.

Communicate effectively with patients about complex treatment options using shared decision-making techniques. 

Develop a non-judgmental, compassionate approach to obesity care that reduces stigma and empowers patients. 

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Review current clinical guidelines and evidence for anti-obesity pharmacotherapy (e.g., GLP-1 receptor agonists, combination therapies).

Understand indications, risks, and benefits of bariatric surgery options, including patient selection criteria.

Compare long-term outcomes, effectiveness, and safety profiles of medications vs. surgery.

Discuss the role of GPs in shared decision-making, patient education, and post-intervention follow-up. 

This program addresses critical knowledge and skill gaps among GP's in the management of obesity, particularly in differentiating when pharmacological therapy or surgical intervention is most appropriate. Many GPs report uncertainty regarding the latest weight loss medications, evolving eligibility criteria for bariatric surgery, and how to counsel patients effectively on these options. This program aims to enhance clinical confidence, support evidence-based decision-making, and improve patient outcomes through a more structured, individualized approach to obesity management.

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Knowledge Sharing: Conference, Lecture (emphasises presenting information and fostering discussion)
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