Treatment of Obesity for Primary Care: From Diagnosis to Care Management-Managing Type 2 Diabetes & Obesity

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the development of a comprehensive care plan for individuals with diabetes and obesity. It highlights the importance of identifying medications that may contribute to weight gain and the need to engage the care team to adjust or stop such medications. The transcript also outlines various medication options for type 2 diabetes, ranging from weight-neutral to weight loss medications. It emphasizes the need to assess and manage glycemic control, especially in patients on high doses of basal insulin. The transcript further explores FDA-approved anti-obesity medications, discussing their mechanisms of action and potential side effects. It recommends individualizing care and considering comorbid conditions when selecting an anti-obesity medication. The transcript concludes by emphasizing the importance of treating both diabetes and obesity for improved glycemia and insulin resistance. It suggests the addition of anti-obesity medications as part of the treatment plan, in accordance with CDC guidelines, and highlights the need for coordinated care for these complex patients.

Keywords

comprehensive care plan

diabetes

obesity

medications

glycemic control