"Doctors need more obesity medicine training" https://bit.ly/4g2h6s4 We could not agree more with this Axios story! #ObesityMedicine
American Board of Obesity Medicine
Non-profit Organizations
Denver, CO 3,681 followers
Certifying physicians in the treatment of obesity
About us
The American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) serves the public and the field of obesity medicine by maintaining standards for assessment and credentialing physicians. Certification as an ABOM diplomate signifies specialized knowledge in the practice of obesity medicine and distinguishes a physician as having achieved competency in obesity care. Obesity Medicine Physician An obesity medicine physician is a physician with expertise in the field of obesity medicine. This field of medicine requires competency in and a thorough understanding of the treatment of obesity and the genetic, biologic, environmental, social, and behavioral factors that contribute to obesity. The obesity medicine physician employs therapeutic interventions including diet, physical activity, behavioral change, and pharmacotherapy. The obesity medicine physician utilizes a comprehensive approach, and may include additional resources such as nutritionists, exercise physiologists, psychologists and bariatric surgeons as indicated to achieve optimal results. Additionally, the obesity medicine physician maintains competency in providing pre- peri- and post-surgical care of bariatric surgery patients, promotes the prevention of obesity, and advocates for those who suffer from obesity.
- Website
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http://www.abom.org
External link for American Board of Obesity Medicine
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Denver, CO
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2011
- Specialties
- Certification and Obesity Medicine
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
3515 South Tamarac Drive
Denver, CO 80237, US
Employees at American Board of Obesity Medicine
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Susan Lanni
Board Certified OBGYN, Maternal Fetal Medicine, and Obesity Medicine
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Ethan Lazarus
President at Obesity Medicine Association
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Anthony Auriemma MD, JD, FOMA
Medical Director, Ascension Illinois Weight Loss Solutions
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Stacy L. Schmidt, PhD
Director of Programs at American Board of Obesity Medicine
Updates
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You've achieved ABOM Diplomate status. Now let your patients and referral base know about the good news. Download an ABOM Diplomate Badge and share your credentials with your community: https://bit.ly/4gkFgh9 #ObesityMedicine
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Are you participating in ABOM’s Journal Article Review Recertification Pathway (JARRP)? Don’t forget to complete requirements for your two-year cycle by December 31. Log into your account in the certification management system to check your progress: https://lnkd.in/gyxgnJaK
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"I certified to address my gap in education, training and competence to serve a growing patient population seeking evidence-based, high- quality obesity management." #ObesityMedicine #WhyCertifyWednesday
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Meet ABOM Diplomate Dr. Yvonne Kangong, who shares a moving story about one patient who led her to become ABOM certified. #ObesityMedicine
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ABOM recently unveiled an updated obesity medicine exam blueprint and content outline that represents the field’s first comprehensive body of knowledge.. Dive into the details on the website: https://lnkd.in/g8qfhD7b #ABOM #ObesityMedicine
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"It is a no brainer within my job as a primary care physician to utilize the extra knowledge gained through obesity medicine certification in optimizing the overall health of those with obesity and overweight." #WhyCertifyWednesdays #ABOM #ObesityMedicine
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It is never too early to start prepping for the 2025 obesity medicine certification exam. Check out the exam resources section of the ABOM website! https://lnkd.in/gWxjQVez #ABOM #ABOMCert
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"I myself have obesity so I have a story to tell and can be a part of this journey with my patients." #WhyCertifyWednesdays #ABOM #ObesityMedicine
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