Role of the Brain: Novel Approaches to Managing Obesity – Mainpro+

Upon completion of the lessons, participants will understand

1. The prevalence rates and factors that contribute to obesity in Canada
2. The importance of treating obesity as a chronic medical condition to improve health outcomes
3. The role of the brain in regulating behaviour, hunger and cravings, as well as the impact of food cravings on outcomes in the management of obesity
4. Current Canadian practice guidelines for the management of obesity, including the role of nonpharmacological (behavioural) and pharmacological management
5. Newer pharmacotherapies that have recently become available in Canada for the management of obesity
6. What are realistic expectations for outcomes in pharmacotherapy in the management of obesity
7. How to engage patients using behaviour change counseling strategies such as the 5As of Obesity Management