Needs Analysis of Primary Care Physicians and Other Providers in Terms of Obesity Training

Improving clinical skills related to obesity assessment and intervention in primary care can have a dramatic effect on the obesity epidemic. We are creating a web-based training program for primary care providers on the evaluation and treatment of patients with obesity or overweight or at risk for obesity or overweight. The interactive case-based learning experience strives to alter practice behavior and improve clinical decision making via patient case scenarios.

Reference: Tanner TB, Metcalf MP, Rossie KM. Needs Analysis of Primary Care Physicians and Other Providers in Terms of Obesity Training. Poster presented at the 2014 American Society of Bariatric Physicians Meeting – Overcoming Obesity: Diagnose. Personalize. Treat.; 2014 September 12; Austin, TX, USA.

More info on the authors: Brad Tanner, Mary Metcalf, Karen Rossie