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Agenda
By the end of the congress, participants will be better able to:
- Integrate recent evidence and clinical updates in obesity management to enhance patient outcomes
- Evaluate and select individualized treatment options, including medical, lifestyle, and surgical interventions for obesity
- Adopt comprehensive strategies for managing obesity-related comorbidities, body image, and motivational challenges
- Understand the diabetes spectrum and its treatment, applying high-quality evidence to improve patient outcomes
- Adapt diabetes management to meet individualized needs, addressing barriers and promoting lifestyle changes through motivational interviewing and advanced technologies
- Stay informed on the latest clinical guidelines, critically evaluate emerging evidence and technological advancements to apply to clinical practice
DUO DAY 1: THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025 (OBESITY UPDATE) | |||
Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | |
8:15 am | Registration and Networking Breakfast | ||
8:45 am | Breakfast Symposium | ||
9:50 am | Welcome and Introductions | Dr. Jeffrey Habert Dr. Akshay Jain |
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PLENARY SESSION #1 | |||
10:15 am |
A Year in Review: Top 5 Obesity Updates Learning Objectives: • Discuss influential findings from recent clinical trials and studies in obesity management over the past year • Assess clinical implications of emerging treatments and news headlines in obesity medicine to inform patient care |
Dr. Sean Wharton | |
10:40 am |
Navigating Treatment: So Many Choices, Which One to Choose? Learning Objectives: • Evaluate current treatment options for obesity management and identify appropriate interventions based individual needs • Examine the limitations of BMI as a diagnostic standard and explore the role of Body Roundness Index (BRI) as a novel obesity assessment tool |
Dr. Akshay Jain | |
11:00 am |
The Silent Threat: Recognizing and Addressing MASH and MASLD Learning Objectives: • Identify strategies for the screening and diagnosis of MASH and MASLD in patients with obesity to support early intervention and tailored treatment plans • Examine approaches for managing MASH and MASLD to optimize patient outcomes and address comorbid conditions |
Dr. James Kim | |
11:20 am | Panel Discussion and Q&A |
All Faculty Plenary Session 1 Moderator: Dr. Jeffrey Habert |
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11:40 am | Networking Break and Lunch Buffet | ||
12:00 pm | Lunch Symposium | ||
PLENARY SESSION #2 | |||
1:05 pm |
Optimizing Nutrition and Lifestyle for Sustainable Weight Loss Learning Objectives: • Compare dietary approaches to meet the individual patient’s needs and health goals • Identify strategies to optimize nutritional outcomes for patients on anti-obesity medication |
Ms. Alissa Steinberg | |
1:25 pm |
Is Surgery Still Considered the Gold Standard for Obesity Treatment? Learning Objectives: • Differentiate between medical and surgical interventions to understand their respective roles, benefits, and limitations in obesity management • Assess the effectiveness of bariatric surgery compared to newer anti-obesity medications to guide treatment decisions based on patient-specific factors and expected outcomes |
Dr. Stephen Glazer Dr. Megha Poddar |
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1:50 pm |
Muscle Matters: A Clinical Perspective on Sarcopenia in Obesity Care Learning Objectives: • Identify screening and diagnostic methods for sarcopenia in patients with obesity • Compare the effects of lifestyle, pharmacotherapy, and surgical interventions on muscle mass and assess the clinical significance of lean muscle loss in obesity management |
Dr. Michael Tsoukas | |
2:10 pm | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 2 Moderator: Dr. Akshay Jain |
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2:30 pm | Health Break | ||
PLENARY SESSION #3 | |||
2:50 pm |
Presented by Obesity Matters – Through the Patient's Eyes: Addressing Body Image in Obesity Care Learning Objectives: • Identify and apply cognitive behavioral techniques to support patients with body image concerns • Reflect upon patient experiences to enhance empathetic communication and address body image in obesity care |
Dr. Sandy Van Ms. Sandra Elia |
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3:20 pm |
From Screening to Strategy: Managing Eating Disorders and Dysfunctional Eating Learning Objectives: • Implement effective screening methods to identify eating disorders in patients with overweight or obesity • Assess the impact of pharmacotherapy on dysfunctional eating behaviours to improve treatment strategies |
Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam | |
3:40 pm | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 3 Moderator: Dr. Megha Poddar |
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PLENARY SESSION #4 | |||
4:05 pm |
Burning Questions in Obesity: Expert Insights and Answers Learning Objectives: • Address common and complex clinical challenges in obesity management to enhance clinical decision-making and personalized care • Explore innovative tools and approaches that can be leveraged to improve patient outcomes in obesity care |
Dr. Jeffrey Habert Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Megha Poddar Dr. Sandy Van |
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4:40 pm | Closing Remarks Day 1 (OU) | Dr. Jeffrey Habert Dr. Akshay Jain |
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End of Day 1 |
DUO DAY 2: FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2025 (DIABETES UPDATE) | |||
Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | |
8:00 am | Registration and Networking Breakfast | ||
8:50 am | Breakfast Symposium | ||
9:55 am | Welcome and Introductions | Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Alanna Weisman |
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PLENARY SESSION #1 | |||
10:05 am |
The Year in Diabetes: Trials, Triumphs, and Technology Learning Objectives: • Describe the most impactful clinical trials in diabetes management published in the past year • Evaluate the impact of recent technological advancements in diabetes care on patient outcomes and quality of life |
Dr. Alice Cheng | |
10:30 am |
From Theory to Practice: Mastering Diabetes Medication Management Learning Objectives: • Identify and initiate pharmacological treatments for diabetes specifically emerging therapies • Introduce practical guidance to mitigate and manage the potential side effects |
Ms. Lori Berard | |
10:50 am |
Beyond Type 1 and Type 2: Exploring Atypical Diabetes Learning Objectives: • Differentiate atypical forms of diabetes, including latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA) and maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY) • Implement a clinical approach to identify and diagnose atypical forms of diabetes, optimizing patient care and treatment |
Dr. Peter Senior | |
11:10 am | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 1 Moderator: Dr. Akshay Jain |
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11:30 am | Networking Break and Lunch Buffet | ||
11:55 am | Lunch Symposium | ||
PLENARY SESSION #2 | |||
1:00 pm |
One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Personalizing Nutrition for Diabetes Management Learning Objectives: • Discuss the challenge of optimal nutrition management for patients with low BMI who are on SGLT2i and GLP-1 RA therapy • Adapt medical nutrition therapy to diverse populations and to the cultural background of patients with diabetes |
Ms. Alissa Steinberg | |
1:20 pm |
Moving with Purpose: Practical Exercise Tips for Diabetes Management Learning Objectives: • Identify practical exercise recommendations for individuals with diabetes, considering factors such as obesity, frailty, type 1 diabetes, and limited socioeconomic means • Explore the benefits of at-home resistance workouts and step count in patients with diabetes |
Dr. Jane Yardley | |
1:40 pm |
Conversations that Count: Motivational Interviewing for Diabetes Care Learning Objectives: • Implement motivational interviewing techniques in diabetes care • Recognize common barriers to diabetes self-management, including stigma, financial concerns, pill burden and diabetes distress |
Dr. Michael Vallis | |
2:00 pm | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 2 Moderator: Ms. Lori Berard |
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2:20 pm | Networking Break | ||
2:40 pm | Corridor Consult | ||
3:05 pm | Symposium | ||
4:05 pm | Closing Remarks Day 2 (DU) | Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Alanna Weisman |
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End of Day 2 |
DUO DAY 3: SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025 (DIABETES UPDATE) | |||
Time | Topic | Speaker(s) | |
8:00 am | Networking Breakfast | ||
8:45 am | Welcome and Introductions | Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Alanna Weisman |
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PLENARY SESSION #3 | |||
8:55 am |
Path to Prevention: Reducing the Risk of Diabetes Learning Objectives: • Identify individuals at risk for prediabetes and diabetes, including those living with mental health disorders, and recommend appropriate preventive strategies • Implement current approaches for prediabetes to prevent progression to diabetes |
Dr. Zaina Albalawi | |
9:15 am |
From Data to Decisions: Practical CGM Cases in Diabetes Management Learning Objectives: • Interpret continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data to identify patterns and trends in glucose levels • Apply CGM data to make informed clinical decisions regarding diabetes management, including medication adjustments and lifestyle modifications |
Dr. Alanna Weisman | |
9:35 am | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 3 Moderator: Dr. Michael Tsoukas |
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9:50 am | Corridor Consult | ||
10:10 am | Health Break | ||
PLENARY SESSION #4 | |||
10:30 am |
A Geriatric Perspective on Antihyperglycemic Agents (AHAs) Learning Objectives: • Identify appropriate antihyperglycemic agents and dosing strategies for older adults with diabetes, considering factors such as age, comorbidities, sarcopenia, and risk of hypoglycemia • Evaluate the potential benefits and risks of antihyperglycemic agents in older adults, including life expectancy and quality of life considerations |
Dr. Jeffrey Habert | |
10:50 am |
The Gift That Keeps Giving: Potential Benefits of GLP-1 RAs Beyond Diabetes and Obesity Learning Objectives: • Discuss the current evidence around the potential benefits of GLP-1 RAs beyond diabetes and obesity • Review the latest trials for GLP-1 RAs in Alzheimer’s disease, COPD, MASLD, osteoarthritis, alcohol misuse, CKD and HFpEF |
Dr. Akshay Jain | |
11:10 am | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 4 Moderator: Dr. Alanna Weisman |
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11:25 am | Lunch Buffet | ||
11:45 am | Lunch Symposium | ||
PLENARY SESSION #5 | |||
12:50 pm |
2024 Clinical Practice Guidelines: Type 1 Diabetes Learning Objectives: • Review the latest guideline updates for the management of type 1 diabetes • Apply the latest guidelines in clinical practice to improve the care of individuals with type 1 diabetes |
Dr. Brandy Wicklow | |
1:10 pm |
2024 Clinical Practice Guidelines: Type 2 Diabetes Learning Objectives: • Discuss the latest guidelines for the management of type 2 diabetes, with a focus on renal and cardiovascular health • Understand the role of pharmacotherapy and glycemic control in reducing the risk of renal and cardiovascular complications in individuals with type 2 diabetes |
Dr. Baiju Shah | |
1:30 pm | Panel Discussion and Q&A | All Faculty Plenary Session 5 Moderator: Dr. Sonia Butalia |
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PLENARY SESSION #6 | |||
1:45 pm |
Myth Busting: Separating Fact from Fiction in Diabetes Care Learning Objectives: • Recognize common myths and misconceptions about diabetes care • Develop strategies to stay up to date with the latest evidence-based diabetes care and critically evaluate new information |
Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Alanna Weisman Ms. Lori Berard Dr. Sonia Butalia Dr. Jeffrey Habert Dr. Michael Tsoukas |
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2:25 pm | Closing Remarks Day 3 (DU) | Dr. Akshay Jain Dr. Alanna Weisman |
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End of Day 3 |