Episode Summary:
In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down to discuss ways to engage with patients in conversations on weight management. Weight is a very sensitive topic. While many patients welcome advice from healthcare providers to manage their weight, these conversations can be difficult for both patients and providers. Tune in to learn how you can effectively engage in difficult conversations with patients and work collaboratively with the entire healthcare team to make positive impacts for weight management.
Key Takeaways:
Speak with patients in a respective and sensitive manner.
Weight is a very sensitive topic, and patients need to be ready to discuss weight management.
Weight management is multidisciplinary, often combining nutrition, physical activity, behavioral modification and medication therapy.
It takes a team approach - collaborate with patients and the entire healthcare team to help patients manage their weight.
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