The Membership Committee assists the Governing Board in promoting programs and activities that support the professional activities of members of The Obesity Society and encourages Society membership among people whose professional and personal interests overlap with the goals and interests of the organization. The Membership Committee includes under its umbrella the Early-Career Professional Sub-Committee and the Fellowship Sub-Committee.

Erin Stephenson, PhD – Chair

Shalamar Sibley, MD, FTOS – Co-Chair

Priya Sumithran, PhD

Jennifer Black, MD

Edna Judith Nava González

Cara Ruggiero, PhD

Kathryn Whyte, PhD – Ex-officio, Chair of Early Career

Katherine Bauer, PhD, FTOS – Ex-officio, Chair of Fellowship

Shameeka Green, Sr. Manager, Membership & Sections – Staff Liaison

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