Obtaining a Healthy Weight

Course overview

Understanding what constitutes a healthy weight can be complicated and influenced by multiple factors. However, as healthcare providers, we tend to place too much emphasis on the number on the scale rather than the attributes and behaviors that contribute to our patient's overall health. This course explores the causes of obesity and the effects of chronic dieting and weight bias on health. It also offers information on traditional and complementary approaches to weight management that healthcare providers can incorporate into their clinical practice. It will use scenarios and review questions to promote active learning.