Podcast

Sharon Fruh, FNP, on Obesity: Small Changes Make a Big Difference

11/16/2017

Obesity is an epidemic. How can health care providers better care for their patients with obesity and comorbidities? Sharon Fruh, FNP, from the University of South Alabama, sheds light on this area and discusses her latest article on obesity.

To read more about Sharon's article, read our news brief here.

Additional Resources:
Pharmacological Management of Obesity: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline

American Association of Nurse Practitioners Patient Education Flip Charts

"Obesity Stigma and Bias"

Weight Bias and Discrimination: A Challenge for Healthcare Providers

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