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Obesity: A Disease

Obesity Medicine
Obesity
Obesity Medicine
Bariatric Surgery
Anti-Obesity Medications
Obesity Medicine Association
Weight Management
Glp-1 Receptor Agonists
Insurance Coverage
Patient Advocacy
Pediatric Obesity
Cardiovascular Disease
Insulin Resistance
Orthopedic Surgery
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals
Compounded Peptides
Wound Healing
Medicaid
Cardiology
Patient Education
Obesity Advocacy

Obesity: A Disease is the official Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) FREE podcast exploring the many facets of the disease of obesity. Episodes provide valuable insights into this growing problem and better equip clinicians to understand and engage in treating this disease.

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In this episode, Obesity Medicine Specialist and OMA Clinical Education Director Dr. Nicholas Pennings is joined by Dr. Courtney Younglove to explore OMA’s new Practice Management Algorithm, a practical resource designed to help clinicians navigate t... more

In this episode, Obesity Medicine Specialist and OMA Clinical Education Director Dr. Nicholas Pennings is joined by Dr. Tracy Norfleet and Dr. Alicia Shellly to discuss how the rapidly evolving landscape of access, insurance coverage, and health equi... more

In this episode, Obesity Medicine Specialist and OMA Clinical Education Director Dr. Nicholas Pennings is joined by Co-Clinical Education Director, Dr. Kirsten Frederiksen, together, they unpack the physiology behind rapid weight regain after stoppin... more

In this episode, Obesity Medicine Specialist and OMA Clinical Education Director Dr. Nicholas Pennings sits down with Dr. Renee Rogers for an insightful discussion on the critical role of muscle preservation during weight loss therapy. Together, they... more

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Recent Guests

Alicia Shellly
Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician, Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity
WellStar Medical Center, Douglasville, GA
Episode: Episode 130: Clinical Conversations: Access, Coverage & Health Equity in 2026
Tracy Norfleet
Chairman, Co-Chairman of the Advocacy Committee for the Obesity Medicine Association; physician with 20+ years of practice
Obesity Medicine Association
Episode: Episode 130: Clinical Conversations: Access, Coverage & Health Equity in 2026
Renee Rogers
PhD, Senior Scientist focusing on physical activity and body composition in obesity care
University of Kansas Medical Center
Episode: Episode 128: Clinical Conversations: Protein, Muscle, and Sarcopenic Obesity
Sue Benson-Davies
PhD in nutrition, presenter at the 2026 OMA Annual Conference
PhD, nutrition researcher; guest on the episode
Episode: Episode 127: Clinical Conversations: Nutrition in the GLP-1 Era
Cameron Garber
Leader at Korr Medical Technologies
Korr Medical Technologies
Episode: Episode 126: Industry Insights: Metabolic Resting Rate
Marc Humbert
Expert in metabolic testing and obesity treatment
Korr Medical Technologies
Episode: Episode 126: Industry Insights: Metabolic Resting Rate
Kevin Trice
Executive Director of Global Medical Affairs, Cardio-Metabolic Health at Lilly
Lilly
Episode: Episode 125: Industry Insights: Surmount OSA Trial
Dr. Chamarthi
Primary care pediatrician and diplomat of obesity medicine
Valley Children's Healthcare
Episode: Episode 124: The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Pediatric Health
Dr. Sarah Ro
Family medicine physician and medical director of UNC Health's Weight Management Program
UNC Health
Episode: Episode 124: The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Pediatric Health

Hosts

Dr. Nick Pennings
Host of the podcast; Professor of Family Medicine and leader in obesity medicine education.
Dr. Allison Rhodes
Obesity medicine physician contributor and host across multiple episodes with clinical and educational focus.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Informative podcast on the topic.

    This excellent podcast offers an inspiring look into the expanding field of obesity medicine. Dr. Harold Bays is a fantastic host, and Dr. Yuval Pinto provides his personal perspective on how specialized training enhances patient care, emphasizes the value of fellowship programs, and underscores the importance and future of obesity medicine. I also appreciated the in-depth reference to the open-access journal Obesity Pillars and the recommended websites for more information on fellowship opportu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zeezee1985
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    I have learned so

    Much from the podcast! Please don’t stop producing it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    apmdsass
    United States2 years ago
  • Please fix editing issues

    Great podcast when I can listen seamlessly.

    Two of the three episodes that I’ve tried to listen to have major editing issues where the audio starts over multiple times. This is very disruptive.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    radiem!
    United States3 years ago
  • Learning so much

    I am a new member of the OMA and really enjoying this podcast. I am learning so much and I’m inspired to seek my ABOM certification.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redsg33
    United States3 years ago
  • Topics

    Great precise topics. Love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BENNY2005
    United States7 years ago

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Editing issues noted by some listeners, but content quality remains high.
Guest lineup balances academia and industry voices.
Educative discussions with practical clinical tips.

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Episode 128: Clinical Conversations: Protein, Muscle, and Sarcopenic Obesity
Q: What practical steps can clinicians take to preserve muscle during hypocaloric weight loss?
Ensure adequate protein intake (around 1.6 g/kg, adjusted for tolerance), maintain energy intake enough to support exercise, abstract physician-guided exercise programs, and involve qualified exercise professionals to tailor rehab and progression.
Episode 128: Clinical Conversations: Protein, Muscle, and Sarcopenic Obesity
Q: What are the limits of using DEXA to track lean mass changes during weight loss?
DEXA estimates can misclassify fat-free mass and may not distinguish intramuscular fat from true muscle; consider complementary methods (MRI, CT, creatine deltas) or trend over time with accessible measures.
Episode 128: Clinical Conversations: Protein, Muscle, and Sarcopenic Obesity
Q: How should clinicians approach assessing muscle health alongside weight loss in patients starting GLP-1 therapies?
Assess function early and repeatedly using practical in-clinic tests (sit-to-stand, gait, grip strength) and pair with body composition measures when available; ensure appetite suppression medications do not drive under-fueling and coordinate with a dietitian.
Episode 127: Clinical Conversations: Nutrition in the GLP-1 Era
Q: So, how would you say the GLP-1 therapies are changing what clinicians should prioritize in terms of nutritional advice in patients with obesity?
Focus shifts from merely reducing calories to ensuring adequate nutrient intake, with attention to protein quality and quantity, micronutrient sufficiency, bone and muscle health, and managing taste/smell changes and appetite.
Episode 126: Industry Insights: Metabolic Resting Rate
Q: If you had to pick the most important takeaway for clinicians to improve patient outcomes, what would it be?
Tracking actual metabolic rate with testing enables highly individualized calorie targets and questions to ask, rather than guessing from population averages; this specificity is central to tailoring exercise, nutrition, and behavior change plans to each person's life, leading to better long-term outcomes.

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What is Obesity: A Disease about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A clinically focused show centered on obesity as a disease, featuring conversations with obesity medicine physicians, researchers, and industry experts. Episodes commonly explore how pharmacotherapy (GLP-1 and related agents), nutrition, exercise, and surgical considerations intersect with patient outcomes, with practical takeaways for clinicians on assessment, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on preserving lean mass during weight loss, integrating emotional and behavioral health perspectives, and showcasing real-world clinical workflows such as metabolic testing, preoperative optimization, and sleep-disordered breathing management. The format tends to favor evidence-based discussio... more

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1. Alicia Shellly
2. Tracy Norfleet
3. Renee Rogers
4. Sue Benson-Davies
5. Cameron Garber
6. Marc Humbert
7. Kevin Trice
8. Dr. Chamarthi

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