Building An Obesity Treatment Plan: Advanced Cases
Pre-Conference Event *Runs concurrently with Culinary Medicine Workshop
San Antonio, TX
Date: October 25-26, 2023 Accreditation: 12.5 CME/CE and 12.5 Medical Knowledge MOC Points (ABIM) Level: Intermediate Moderator: Nick Pennings, DO, FOMA, FACOFP Schedule: Wednesday October 25 - 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM CST Thursday, October 26 - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST
Using the Obesity Medicine Association’s four pillars of clinical obesity treatment, learn how to develop obesity treatment plans for patients with complex diseases, conditions and lifestyle factors. This case-based course is intended to build upon the core concepts of obesity medicine and help you gain the skills to implement more advanced techniques in your practice. You’ll use real-life cases to practice building individualized treatment plans from start to finish. Learn how to manage obesity in four common patient case scenarios: Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient, Coronary Artery Disease and Obesity Treatment, and Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery and explore the impact of obesity treatment on each of these associated patient scenarios. You'll take in how to recognize key components in the evaluation including medical history, physical exam, and laboratory results as well as how to identify and adjust concurrent medications to support weight management. Additionally, you'll learn how to prioritize treatment approach for adiposity-related diseases, conditions or lifestyle factors based on your findings during the initial evaluation, examine the root causes of each associated disease to effectively treat both the obesity-related disease and the obesity, and use effective communication and collaboration approaches with other providers on the patient’s healthcare team.
Schedule on Wednesday, October 25
All times displayed in Central Time (CST)
12:00 to 12:15 PM - Introduction to Building an Obesity Treatment Plan: Advanced Cases
Speaker
Nick Pennings, DO, FOMA, FACOFP
Learning Objectives:
Become familiar with the structure of this course and how you can get the most out of it.
Understand the importance of treating obesity and adiposity-related diseases using a comprehensive, multifactorial approach.
12:15 to 1:15 PM - Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Speaker
Audrey Wells, MD
Description
Sleep apnea is a significant and often underdiagnosed problem with far-reaching health implications. In this presentation, the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep apnea will be explored in the context of weight management. A case study will highlight differences in symptom presentation among men and women, review the limitations of home sleep apnea testing, and provide considerations for treatment choices and adherence. Finally, approaches to sleep apnea treatment following weight loss will be addressed.
Learning Objectives:
Explain the bidirectional relationship between untreated sleep apnea and weight gain to patients who are at risk or diagnosed with these conditions.
Identify the limitations of a home sleep apnea test (HSAT), especially as it pertains to persistent symptoms.
Advise a patient experiencing weight loss on how to proceed with sleep apnea treatment or re-evaluation.
1:15 to 2:15 PM - Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient
Speaker
Amal Othman, MD, FOMA, DABOM
Description
This session will focus on a patient with obesity and a complex medical condition and how to manage the nutritional pillar for this situation. This is a presentation will cover common medical conditions that complicate nutritional management during obesity treatment. Conditions include but are not limited to celiac disease, lactose intolerance, inflammatory bowel disease, GERD, chronic kidney disease, and advanced dental disease.
Learning Objectives:
Describe common medical conditions that complicate nutritional interventions when treating patients with obesity.
Recognized adverse effects of select nutritional interventions associated with specific medical conditions.
Develop individualized nutritional treatment plans tailored to optimize treatment in patients with complex medical conditions.
2:15 to 2:30 PM - Break
2:30 to 3:30 PM - Managing Obesity and Hypertension in High-Risk Populations
Speaker
Tiffany Lowe-Clayton, DO, DABOM, MHPE
Learning Objectives:
Describe the pathophysiologic connections between hypertension and obesity
Apply the 4-pillar plus surgery approach to the treatment of hypertension in people with obesity
Recognize ethnic differences and cultural considerations in hypertension and obesity risk
Identify the role that Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) play in managing patients with chronic diseases such as Hypertension and Obesity
Develop patient-centered culturally competent treatment strategies for patients with Hypertension and Obesity.
3:30 to 4:30 PM - Managing Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery
Speaker
Jenny Seger, MD, FOMA, ABFM, DABOM
Description
This segment will focus on the pre- and post-operative management of patients planning to undergo bariatric surgery with complex medical problems. We will discuss common conditions that pose challenges to MBS, such as severe obesity, psychiatric disorders, CAD, T2D, substance use disorders.
Learning Objectives:
Describe common conditions that create complex challenges for patients undergoing bariatric surgery.
Discuss the benefits and limitations of specific bariatric procedures in patients with complex medical conditions.
Develop strategies to improve outcomes and manage complications associated with bariatric surgery.
4:30 to 4:45 PM - Break
4:45 to 5:15 PM - Q&A Panel
Speaker
Nick Pennings, DO, FOMA, FACOFP
Jenny Seger, MD, FOMA, ABFM, DABOM
Amal Othman, MD, FOMA, DABOM
Audrey Wells, MD
Tiffany Lowe-Clayton, DO, DABOM, MHPE
Learning Objectives:
Discuss key takeaways from the day’s lectures.
Ask specific questions about managing obesity and adiposity-related diseases in a Q&A panel with faculty experts.
5:15 to 5:30 PM - Intro to Casework
Speaker
Nick Pennings, DO, FOMA, FACOFP
Learning Objectives:
Discuss what you will be reviewing when split into the four groups
Review areas you might want to focus on from the lectures given on each of the topics
Schedule on Thursday, October 25
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8:00 to 9:15 AM - Casework 1
Learning Objectives:
Apply what you learned on the first day of the workshop as you work in small groups, guided by faculty experts, to develop treatment plans for complex patient cases.
Develop obesity treatment strategies using nutritional, physical activity, behavioral, and pharmacologic interventions for patients who fall under Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient, Coronary Artery Disease and Obesity Treatment, and Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery.
Build treatment plans for four cases total throughout the day.
9:15 to 9:30 AM - Break
9:30 to 10:45 AM - Casework 2
Learning Objectives:
Apply what you learned on the first day of the workshop as you work in small groups, guided by faculty experts, to develop treatment plans for complex patient cases.
Develop obesity treatment strategies using nutritional, physical activity, behavioral, and pharmacologic interventions for patients who fall under Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient, Coronary Artery Disease and Obesity Treatment, and Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery.
Build treatment plans for four cases total throughout the day.
10:45 to 11:00 AM - Break
11:00 to 12:15 PM - Casework 3
Learning Objectives:
Apply what you learned on the first day of the workshop as you work in small groups, guided by faculty experts, to develop treatment plans for complex patient cases.
Develop obesity treatment strategies using nutritional, physical activity, behavioral, and pharmacologic interventions for patients who fall under Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient, Coronary Artery Disease and Obesity Treatment, and Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery.
Build treatment plans for four cases total throughout the day.
12:15 to 1:00 PM - Lunch Break
1:00 to 2:15 PM - Casework 4
Learning Objectives:
Apply what you learned on the first day of the workshop as you work in small groups, guided by faculty experts, to develop treatment plans for complex patient cases.
Develop obesity treatment strategies using nutritional, physical activity, behavioral, and pharmacologic interventions for patients who fall under Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Nutritional Interventions in the Complex Patient, Coronary Artery Disease and Obesity Treatment, and Complex Conditions around Bariatric Surgery.
Build treatment plans for four cases total throughout the day.
2:15 to 2:30 PM - Break
2:30 to 3:00 PM - Closing Q&A for Casework
Speaker
Nick Pennings, DO, FOMA, FACOFP
Pinky Marini-Pescasio, MSc, CSPPM, CRCR, CSPR
Karli Burridge, PA-C, MMS, FOMA
Learning Objectives:
Discuss key takeaways from the day’s casework.
Ask your questions about managing obesity and adiposity-related diseases in a final Q&A panel with faculty experts.
Consider how you will change treatment plans for patients in your own practice.
3:00 to 4:00 PM - Billing and Coding in Obesity Medicine
Speaker
Pinky Marini-Pescasio, MSc, CSPPM, CRCR, CSPR
Description
It is important for all clinicians treating patients with obesity to have an in depth understanding of Billing and Coding. This session will provide an overview of what you need to know directly related to obesity medicine services. A variety of different codes for obesity will be discussed and how to appropriately use them in your everyday work.
Learning Objectives:
Utilize complex patient cases to review billing and coding guidelines for obesity management services
Discuss use of preventative services counseling codes in obesity care
Identify mental health services codes and show how they can integrate these services while treating patients with Obesity.
4:00 to 5:00 PM - Starting an Obesity Medicine Practice
Speaker
Karli Burridge, PA-C, MMS, FOMA
Description
Deciding to start a new obesity medicine practice can be incredibly exciting, and can also feel quite overwhelming! In this lecture, the steps to opening a new obesity medicine practice will be broken down into manageable, actionable bites. We'll review the essential components of developing a business plan, including developing your mission and vision, reviewing several different practice models, breaking down the financials, incorporating the pillars of obesity care, and developing a plan for your marketing, so that you can get started with creating the practice of your dreams!
Learning Objectives:
Develop a comprehensive business plan including a Profit and Loss analysis
Incorporate essential obesity medicine services
Identify the essentials for your clinic set-up
Use several marketing techniques to promote your practice
