This activity is designed to enable physician associates in primary care to recognize obesity as a chronic disease, select appropriate obesity medications, utilize effective nutrition and physical activity counseling and behavior therapy to optimize weight reduction in patients on obesity medications and optimize patient engagement through non-stigmatizing and unbiased communication and obesity care. Join expert faculty as they unravel the complex physiology of energy balance, explore how dysregulation leads to obesity, and highlight the powerful impact of excess adipose tissue on health and chronic disease. Gain valuable insights into why long-term weight loss is so challenging due to biologic adaptation, and discover the latest on the safety, efficacy, and dosing of obesity medications. From practical strategies for lifestyle counseling in primary care to proven ways to combat obesity bias and stigma in healthcare, this session is packed with actionable knowledge to elevate your clinical impact and enhance patient care. Don’t miss this chance to lead the charge in transforming obesity management.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe obesity as a chronic and progressive disease based on its pathophysiology

• Select an appropriate medication to treat obesity based on efficacy, safety, dosing, and patient characteristics

• Utilize effective nutrition and physical activity counseling and behavioral therapy to optimize weight reduction in patients on obesity medications

• Optimize patient engagement in comprehensive obesity management through non-stigmatizing and unbiased communication and care

Accreditation: This activity has been reviewed by the American Academy of Physician Associates Review Panel and is compliant with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 2 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. Approval is valid from 12/6/2025 to 12/6/2025. AAPA reference number: CME-2014590.