OVERVIEW

The Obesity Paradox Webinar is organized by Obesity Medicine Association (OMA).

Presentation Information:
Presentation Date: November 06, 2018
Expiration Date: November 04, 2021 12:00 AM

CME/CE Expiration Date: 11/5/2021*
*The expiration date listed above is the last day CME/CE credit can be claimed for this specific presentation.

Accreditation:
The Obesity Medicine Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The OMA designates this enduring material internet activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s). Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Description:
Why do some data show that body mass index (BMI) in the overweight range (generally) may confer lower mortality? During this webinar, learn about the obesity paradox and its practical implications, including the advantages and disadvantages of using BMI as a measurement tool for diagnosing overweight and obesity.

Presentation Objectives:
• Understand context of data demonstrating the Obesity Paradox, including the role of adipose tissue in the body; study limitations; and limitations of BMI in the evaluation of obesity
• Define the Obesity Paradox
• Discuss a framework for the practical application of the Obesity Paradox

Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available