Episode Description
In this episode, Obesity Medicine Specialist and OMA Clinical Education Director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Ken Fujioka, MD a keynote speaker from Obesity Medicine 2020 – Virtual, about obesity and diabetes treatments. Topics covered include the impact of where fat is stored for diabetes risk, approaches for weight loss intervention and impact on diabetes and insulin sensitivity, and impact of diabetes medications on cardiovascular outcomes.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Ken Fujioka, MD
Episode Description
n this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM and Sandra Christensen, MNS, ARNP, FOMA, discuss a recent article about polycystic ovary syndrome and obesity. Topics covered include health risks for women with PCOS and obesity, the connection among PCOS, obesity, and insulin resistance, impact of obesity treatment on fertility, and how treating obesity first improves the health of a woman with PCOS.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm, which is a comprehensive review of obesity medicine that can be found at obesitymedicine.org. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, FASPC, Dipl. ABOM
Sandra M. Christensen, MSN, ARNP, FOMA
Article Reviewed
Rocha AL, Oliveira FR, Azevedo RC, et al.: Recent advances in the understanding and management of polycystic ovary syndrome.
Episode Description
In this episode, obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Ariana Chao, PhD, CRNP a keynote speaker from Obesity Medicine 2020 - Virtual, about the role of behavioral interventions in obesity treatment. Topics covered include: key roles nurses and nurse practitioners play in treating obesity, how a practice can implement intensive behavioral therapy, goal setting, and how to address negative self-talk with patients.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Ariana Chao, PhD, CRNP
Episode Description
In this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Jennifer Ng, MD to discuss a recent article about the impact of wearable technologies in a clinical practice. Topics covered include: ways to incorporate wearables into a practice, downsides to wearable technology, and how we can use the data from wearables to impact obesity treatment.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM
Jennifer Ng, MD
Article Reviewed
The effectiveness of wearable technologies as physical activity interventions in weight control: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Episode Description
In this episode, obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Leigh Ettinger, MD, MS, Dipl. ABOM and Michael Ozner, MD, FACC, FAHA, highlighted speakers from Obesity Medicine 2020 – Virtual, about different approaches in nutritional interventions for patients with obesity. Topics covered include: commonalities between nutritional interventions, strategies for dietary adherence, and the role of omega 3 fatty acid supplements as relating to nutritional strategies.
You can view the nutritional panel and access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM Michael Ozner, MD, FACC, FAHA
Leigh Ettinger, MD, MS, ABOM,
Related Resources
Nutrition Presentations Presentation
Episode Description
In this episode, OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, FOMA, to discuss a recent article about the impact of workplace wellness programs on health. Topics covered include: the background of workplace wellness, possible reasons for low change in short-term healthcare costs and outcomes, and why certain health outcomes were missing in this study.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM
Angela Fitch, MD, FACP, FOMA
Article Reviewed
Effect of a Workplace Wellness Program on Employee Health and Economic Outcomes: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Episode Description
In this episode, Obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Yoni Freedhoff, MD a keynote speaker from Obesity Medicine 2020 - Virtual, about successful practices he uses in his clinic to treat obesity. Topics covered include: Shortcomings in medical care for patients with obesity, implicit and explicit biases, common myths around dieting, focus on behavior rather than outcomes, cheat days, thoughtful indulgence of food, and patient support in an obesity practice.
You can view Dr. Freedhoff's presentation and access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Yoni Freedhoff, MD
Related Resources
Dr. Freedhoff's Presentation
Episode Description
In this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM interviews Justin Tondt, MD, reviewing a recent article about ultra-processed diets and weight gain. Topics covered include: why participants lost weight when participating in the unprocessed diet, the impact of processed food on metabolic health, and factors involved in ad-libitum satiety and cravings.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM
Justin Tondt, MD
Article Reviewed
Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain
Episode Description
In this episode, Obesity medicine specialist and OMA clinical education director, Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM interviews Tonia Vinton, MD, Dipl. ABOM, a highlighted speaker from Overcoming Obesity 2019, about challenges to overcoming weight plateaus. Topics covered include: why weight plateaus occur, communicating weight loss expectations with patients, and managing anti-obesity medications during a weight plateau. Dr. Vinton is the medical director for the Nutrition and Weight Management Program at the Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas.
You can access more information about Obesity Medicine podcasts and other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine at www.obesitymedicine.org/podcasts.
Episode Guests
Nicholas Pennings, DO, FOMA, Dipl. ABOM
Tonia Vinton, MD, Dipl. ABOM
Episode Description
In this episode, the OMA Chief Science Officer, Harold Bays, MD, FOMA Dipl. ABOM and W. Allen Rader, MD, MFOMA review a recent article about individualizing obesity treatment with statin therapy. Topics covered include: individualized approached to statin selection and use in patients with obesity, utilizing minimal weight loss to reduce the risk for diabetes, and combining statin treatment within a patient centered holistic approach to treating obesity and adiposity related diseases.
In our article review podcasts, we have carefully selected recent articles included in the latest version of the Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) Obesity Algorithm. We then discuss this new science with obesity experts.
To access other resources from the clinical leader in Obesity Medicine, visit: www.obesitymedicine.org.
Episode Guests
Harold Bays, MD, FOMA, FTOS, FACC, FACE, FNLA, Dipl. ABOM
W. Allen Rader, MD, MFOMA
Article Reviewed
Individualizing Treatment with Statin Therapy.
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Master Fellows of Obesity Medicine (MFOMA)
Master Fellow of OMA (MFOMA) is an honorary designation bestowed upon members whose contributions have exceeded those of a traditional member and whose leadership within the organization has elevated both the association and the field of obesity medicine.
Deborah Bade Horn, DO, MPH, MFOMA
2015
Denise E. Bruner, MD, MFOMA
2015
Allen Rader, MD, MFOMA
2015
Larry Richardson, MD, MFOMA
2015
Eneida Roldan, MD, MPH, MBA, MFOMA
2015
Eric C. Westman, MD, MHS, MFOMA
2015
Gary Zisk, DO, MFOMA
2015
Lydia Alexander, MD, DABOM, DACLM, MFOMA
2023
Harold Bays, MD, MFOMA, FTOS, FACC, FNLA, FASPC, DABOM
Nicholas Pennings, DO, DABOM, MFOMA, FACOFP, FAAFP
2023
Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, MFOMA, DABOM
2023
Bharti Shetye, MD, MFOMA, DABOM
2023
Jeffrey Sicat, MD, FACE, MFOMA
2023
Wickham Simonds, MD, MFOMA
2023
Fellows of Obesity Medicine (FOMA)
The following candidates met a list of criteria to become Fellows of OMA. They earned their Fellow designation, FOMA, which identifies them as someone who is passionate about the field and continues to seek new ways to treat obesity effectively.