Written by and for primary care professionals, this unique title
presents step-by-step, evidence-based information for the assessment and
treatment of patients who present with overweight or obesity. Highly
practical and easy to use, Primary Care: Obesity helps you develop and
hone the specific knowledge, skills, and clinical practices necessary to
provide effective care to this highly prevalent and at-risk patient
population. This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for
today's internal medicine and family medicine physicians, pediatricians,
nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare
professionals who practice outpatient primary care.
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Each chapter begins with a short case study that emphasizes the
chapter topic, providing high-yield content you can apply in your
practice.
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Key topics include assessment; co-management of associated diseases;
lifestyle treatment (diet, physical activity, and behavioral
management); pharmacotherapy and surgery; and office practice issues.
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Clinical Significance sections help you incorporate a wealth of
clinical data into your practice; Clinical Highlights summarize key
concepts in each chapter; and When to Refer sections help you
determine the right time to send the patient to a specialist or other
practical resource.
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Case-based multiple choice questions in each chapter provide an
opportunity for self-assessment and review.
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