The Boston Course in Obesity Medicine 2023 (Course)

Name: The Boston Course in Obesity Medicine 2023 (Course)
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The Boston Course in Obesity Medicine is offering an updated professional education program for 2023 to help clinicians, policymakers, researchers, and other members of the obesity care community keep up with new therapies, clinical practice guidelines, and models of care. There have been numerous highlights in the past year, including the report of SURMOUNT-1 study, the first phase 3 study of tirzepatide treatment for obesity, and the FDA approval of semaglutide 2.4 mg weekly for the treatment of obesity in adolescents. Other highlights include new studies revealing the mechanisms of the body’s resistance to weight loss, the adverse effects of highly processed foods, and the benefits of metabolic and bariatric surgery. New models for more efficient organization and dissemination of effective obesity care and emerging collaborative efforts to improve equitable patient access to effective obesity care have also emerged.

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The Boston Course in Obesity Medicine 2023 (Course)

Introduction:
The landscape of obesity management is undergoing rapid evolution, with breakthrough therapies, clinical guidelines, and care models emerging frequently. To ensure that clinicians, policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders in the obesity care community stay abreast of these transformative shifts, the renowned “Boston Course in Obesity Medicine” presents an updated professional education program for 2023.

Key Highlights:
This year’s course presents a dynamic platform for engaging with the latest advancements in obesity science and clinical care. Noteworthy highlights include:

Trailblazing Research and Studies: Discussions will encompass significant studies and reports, such as the “SURMOUNT-1” phase 3 study that demonstrated remarkable weight loss of up to 22% through tirzepatide treatment for obesity.
Adolescent Obesity Treatment Breakthroughs: Insights will be shared regarding the “STEP TEENS” study, revealing the efficacy of semaglutide 2.4 mg weekly in achieving an average weight loss of 17% among adolescents, culminating in FDA approval.
Guideline Updates: Participants will delve into the latest “American Academy of Pediatrics clinical practice guidelines” for treating obesity in children and adolescents, as well as “Canadian clinical practice guidelines” for obesity evaluation and management.
Medical Advancements: The course will explore ground-breaking research, such as the SELECT study’s investigation into semaglutide 2.4 mg weekly’s impact on cardiovascular outcomes and the resolution of NASH with resmetirom.
Multimodal Treatment Approaches: Attendees will gain insights into effective multimodal treatment strategies, endoscopic approaches, and the unique benefits of combination therapies.
Equitable Access and Reimbursement: Discussions will shed light on collaborative initiatives aimed at improving patient access to effective obesity care and garnering greater attention from payers and policymakers.

Target Audience:
The Boston Course 2023 caters to a diverse audience within the healthcare and research community. Clinicians, policymakers, researchers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders committed to navigating the evolving landscape of obesity medicine will find this event invaluable.

Conclusion:
As the field of obesity medicine undergoes rapid transformation, “The Boston Course 2023” emerges as a pivotal platform for learning and collaboration. This event, facilitated by experts in the field, offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in the latest advancements, breakthroughs, and innovative approaches to obesity management. Attendees will not only enrich their understanding but also contribute to shaping the future of obesity care, with a focus on equitable access and optimized patient outcomes.

Program :

Board Review Session 1

Moderator: W. Scott Butsch, MD, MSc

6:30-8:00 Breakfast

8:00-8:05 AM Welcome and Introduction
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD, Richard I. Rothstein, MD

8:05-8:35 AM Pathophysiology 1: Pathophysiology of Obesity
Nadia N. Ahmad, MD, MPH

8:35-9:05 AM Nutrition Assessment and Therapy
W. Scott Butsch, MD, MSc

9:05-9:35 AM Genetic and Syndromic Obesity
Joan Han, MD, PhD

9:35-10:05 AM Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs.Ahmad, Butsch & Han

10:05-10:35 AM Break

Board Review Session 2

Moderator: Gitanjali Srivastava, MD

10:35-11:05 AM Pathophysiology 2: Neural Control of Energy Balance
Nadia N. Ahmad, MD, MPH

11:05-11:35 AM Pediatrics 1: Patient Assessment
Gitanjali Srivastava, MD

11:35 AM-12:05 PM Pediatrics 2: Patient Management
Gitanjali Srivastava, MD

12:05 PM-12:35 PM Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Ahmad & Srivastava

12:35-1:30 Lunch Break

Board Review Session 3

Moderator: W. Scott Butsch, MD, MS

1:30-2:00 PM Pathophysiology 3: Environmental Modulators of Energy Balance
Nadia N. Ahmad, MD, MPH

2:00-2:30 PM Bariatric Surgery
W. Scott Butsch, MD, MSc

2:30-3:00 PM Pharmacotherapy
Sriram Machineni, MD

3:00-3:30 PM Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Ahmad, Butsch & Machineni

3:30-4:00 PM Break

Board Review Session 4

Moderator: Sriram Machineni, MD

4:00-4:30 PM Behavioral Assessment and Therapy
Mark Gorman, PhD

4:30-5:00 PM Cardiorespiratory Fitness and Exercise
Sriram Machineni, MD

5:00-5:30 PM Obesity Comorbidities
Wesley Dutton, MD

5:30-5:50 PM Obesity Epidemiology
Sonali Malhotra, MD

5:50-6:20 PM Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Gorman, Machineni, Dutton & Malhotra

Board Review Session 5

6:20-7:00 PM Lightning Round: Sample Board Questions
Sriram Machineni, MD

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Session 1: Introduction to Obesity Care

Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

8:00-8:15 am
Welcome and Introduction
Course Directors

8:15-9:15 am
Obesity in 2023: The Evolution of Obesity Care
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

9:15-9:30 am – Break

9:30-9:50 am
Weight Bias and Healthcare
Scott Kahan, MD

9:50-10:20 am
Healthcare Disparities in Obesity Treatment
Fatima Cody Stanford, MD, MPH, MPA

10:20-10:50 am
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan, Ard & Stanford

10:50-11:00 am – Break

Session 2: Assessment and Treatment of Obesity

Moderator: Ania M. Jastreboff, MD, PhD

11:00-11:25 am
Initial Assessment of the Patient with Obesity
W. Scott Butsch, MD, MS

11:25-11:50 am
Lifestyle-based Obesity Treatment
Sriram Machineni, MD

11:50 am -12:15 pm
Overview of Pharmacological Treatment of Obesity
Ania M. Jastreboff, MD, PhD

12:15-12:45 pm
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Butsch, Machineni & Jastreboff

12:45-2:30 pm – Lunch Break
Early Afternoon Workshops – 2:30-4:00 PM

Workshop 1A: Case-based Workshop: Practical Approaches to Anti-Obesity Medications
Sriram Machineni, MD; Ania M. Jastreboff, MD, PhD, Nasreen Alfaris, MD, MPH
Longfellow A

2:30-3:30 pm – Case Presentations
3:30-4:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Machineni, Jastreboff & Alfaris

Workshop 1B: Case-based Workshop: Communicating about Obesity: The Role of the Obesity Medicine Specialist
Caroline M. Apovian, MD and Donna H. Ryan, MD, Katherine Saunders, MD, MPH
Longfellow B

2:30-3:30 pm – Case Presentations
3:30-4:00 pm – Panel Discussion /Q&A
Drs. Apovian and Ryan & Saunders

Workshop 1C: Recent Developments in the Biology of Obesity
Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD
Longfellow C

2:30-2:55 – Environmental Contributors to Obesity
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

2:55-3:20 pm – Genetics Contributors to Obesity
Agostina Santoro-Schulte, PhD

3:20-3:45 pm – Genetic Evaluation in Patients with Obesity
Joan Han, MD

3:45-4:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan, Santoro-Schulte, Han

Workshop 1D – Medical Impact of Obesity: Cancer, Infertility & Sleep Apnea
Moderator: Justin Brown, PhD
Skyline A

2:30-2:55 pm – Obesity and Cancer
Justin Brown, PhD

2:55-3:20 pm – Obesity, Fertility and Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Chloe Zera, MD

3:20-3:45 pm – Obesity and Sleep Apnea
James Mojica, MD

3:45-4:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Brown, Mojica & Zera

4:00-4:15 pm – Break

Late Afternoon Workshops – 4:15-6:00 pm

Workshop 2A: Case-based Workshop: Anti-obesity Medications: Advanced Strategies in Special Populations
Sriram Machineni, MD; Louis J. Aronne, MD; Jonathan Q. Purnell, MD
Longfellow A

4:15-5:30 pm – Case Presentations
5:30-6:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Machineni, Aronne & Purnell

Workshop 2B: Case-based Workshop: Diet-based Treatments for Obesity
Caroline M. Apovian, MD, Nasreen Alfaris, MD, MPH
Longfellow B

4:15-4:30 pm – Introduction
4:30-5:30 pm – Case Presentations
5:30-5:45 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Ard & Apovian

Workshop 2C: Environmental Modulators of Energy Balance
Moderator: Joseph Brancale
Longfellow C

4:15-4:45 pm – Microbiota and Obesity
Joseph Brancale, MD, PhD Candidate

4:45-5:15 pm – Circadian Rhythm Disruption and Obesity
Marta Garaulet, PhD

5:15-6:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Garaulet & Brancale

Workshop 2D: Treating Obesity to Control Metabolic Complications
Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD
Skyline A

4:15 4:35 pm – Treating Obesity to Treat NAFLD/NASH
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

4:35-4:55 pm – Treating Obesity to Treat Kidney Disease
Holly Kramer, MD

4:55-5:15 pm – Treating Obesity to Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Leigh Perreault, MD

5:15-5:35 pm – Implications of Obesity for Cardiovascular Risk
Jorge Plutzky, MD

5:35-6:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan, Plutzky Kramer & Perreault

Obesity Medicine Interhospital Rounds

Moderators: Gitanjali Srivastava, MD
Longfellow A

6:30-8:00 pm – Case Presentations Obesity Medicine Fellows

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Session 3: George L. Blackburn Foundation Lecture
Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

8:00-8:10 am
Introduction to the George L. Blackburn Foundation Lecture
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

8:10-9:00 am
Blackburn Foundation Lecture
To be announced

9:00-9:30 am – Break

Session 4: The Pathophysiology of Obesity
Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

9:30-9:55 am
The Pathophysiology of Obesity: An Overview
Nadia N. Ahmad, MD, MPH

9:55-10:20 am
Physiology of Hypoadiposity State
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

10:20-10:45 am
Obesity Heterogeneity and the Variable Response to Treatment
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

10:45-11:15 am
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan & Ahmad

11:15-11:30 am – Break

Session 4: Management of Obesity in Children and Adolescents
Moderator: Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

11:30-11:55 am
Initial Evaluation of the Pediatric Patient with Obesity
Claudia K. Fox, MD, MPH

11:55 am-12:20 pm
Use of Anti-obesity Medications in Children and Adolescents
Ania M. Jastreboff, MD, PHD

12:20-12:45 pm
Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents
Thomas Inge, MD

12:45-1:10 pm
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Fox, Jastreboff & Inge

1:10-2:40 pm – Lunch Break

Early Afternoon Workshops – 2:40-4:10 pm

Workshop 3A: Case-based Workshop: Assessment of the Pediatric Patient with Obesity
Claudia K. Fox, MD, MPH, Wesley Dutton, MD and Aaron Kelly, PhD
Longfellow A

2:40-3:40 pm – Case Presentations
3:40-4:10 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Fox Dutton & Kelly

Workshop 3B: Motivational Interviewing, Part 1
Kenneth Resnicow, PhD
Longfellow B

2:40-3:40 pm – Motivational Interviewing
3:40-4:10 pm – Q&A
Dr. Resnicow

Workshop 3C: Anti-obesity Medications: Strategies for Non-Responders
Ania M. Jastreboff, MD, PhD, Jonathan Q. Purnell, W. Scott Butsch, MD, MS
Longfellow C

2:40-3:40 PM Case Presentations
3:40-4:10 PM Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Jastreboff, Purnell & Butsch
4:20-4:30 PM Break

Late Afternoon Workshops – 4:30-6:00 pm

Workshop 4A: Case-based Workshop: Treatment Strategies in Children and Adolescents
Claudia Fox, MD, MPH, Wesley Dutton, MD, Aaron Kelly,PhD
Longfellow A

4:30-5:30 pm – Case Presentations
5:30-6:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Fox, Dutton & Kelly

Workshop 4B: Motivational Interviewing, Part 2
Kenneth Resnicow, PhD
Longfellow B

4:30-5:30 pm – Motivational Interviewing
5:30-6:00 pm – Q&A
Dr. Resnicow

Workshop 4C: Exercise Strategies for Patients with Obesity
Longfellow C

4:30-4:55 pm – Exercise and Metabolic Disease
John Jakicic, PhD

4:55-5:20 pm – Exercise in the Setting of Weight Loss
John Jakicic, PhD

5:20-5:45 pm – Implementing Exercise Therapies in Practice
Edward M. Phillips, MD

5:45-6:00 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Jakicic and Phillips

6:00-8:00 Course Reception

Friday, June 16, 2023

Session 8: Lifestyle-based Management of Obesity
Moderator: Caroline Apovian, MD

8:00-8:25 am
Diet Composition and Obesity
Caroline M. Apovian, MD

8:25-8:50 am
Strategies and Evidence for Obesity Prevention
Sriram Machineni, MD

8:50-9:15 am
Dietary Supplements and Obesity
Steven B. Heymsfield, MD

9:15-9:40 am
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Apovian, Machineni & Heymsfield

9:40 -10:00 am – Break

Session 6: Surgical and Endoscopic Treatment of Obesity
Moderator: Richard I. Rothstein, MD

10:00-10:25 am
The Physiology of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

10:25-10:50 am
Surgical Treatment of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders
Ali Tavakkoli, MD

10:50-11:15 am
Optimizing the Effectiveness of Surgery
Abdelrahman Nimeri, MD

11:15-11:40 am
Repair of GI Surgical Complications
Chris Thompson, MD

11:40 am-12:05 pm
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan, Tavakkoli, Nimeri & Thompson

12:05-1:30 pm – Lunch Break
Session 7: Weight-related Bias & Organization of Care
Moderator: Caroline M. Apovian, MD

1:30-1:55 pm
The Impact of Obesity on the Practice of Medicine
Caroline M. Apovian, MD

1:55-2:20 pm
Medication-induced Weight Gain
Louis J. Aronne, MD

2:20-2:45 pm
Models of Obesity Care
Donna Ryan, MD

2:45-3:10 pm
Strategies for Patient-Centered Obesity Management
Lee M. Kaplan, MD

3:10-3:35 pm
Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Apovian, Kahan, Ryan & Kaplan

3:35 -3:40 pm
Closing Remarks
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

3:40-4:00 pm – Break

Afternoon Workshops – 4:00-5:45 PM

Workshop 5A: Case-based Workshop: Medical Management of Patients Undergoing Bariatric Surgery
W. Scott Butsch, MD; Sriram Machineni, MD
Longfellow A

4:00-5:15 pm – Case Presentations
5:15-5:45 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Butsch & Machineni

Workshop 5B: Case-based Workshop: Obesity Care Advocacy: Local and National Strategies
Ted Kyle, RPh, MBA, Rekha B. Kumar, MD, MS; Louis J. Aronne, MD
Longfellow B

4:00-5:15 pm – Case Presentations
5:15-5:45 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kumar Aronne & Kyle

Workshop 5C: A Look Over the Horizon: Emerging Anti-obesity Therapies
Moderator: Richard Rothstein, MD
Longfellow C

4:00-4:25 pm – The Future of Obesity Pharmacotherapy
Lee M. Kaplan, MD, PhD

4:25-4:50 pm – Innovations in Endoscopic Therapies
Richard I. Rothstein, MD

4:50-5:15 pm – Innovations in Surgical Therapy
Abdelrahman Nimeri, MD

5:15 5:45 pm – Panel Discussion/Q&A
Drs. Kaplan, Rothstein & Nimeri