Keywords

adult obesity treatment, pharmacotherapy for obesity, transdisciplinary team approach to obesity management

 

Authors

  1. Meires, Jan EdD, ARNP
  2. Christie, Catherine PhD, RD, LD/N, FADA

Abstract

Adult obesity is a common health problem associated with significant adverse health outcomes. Evidence-based guidelines support intensive nutrition and behavioral counseling and moderate physical exercise. Pharmacotherapy agents are available for long-term use to enhance weight loss efforts for some patients.