Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case ReportYuval Pinto 1, Zoobia Wazir Chaudhry 1, Selvi Rajagopal 1, Marci Laudenslager 1, Lawrence J. Cheskin 1,2
1Healthful Eating, Activity and Weight Program, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, 2Department of Nutrition and Food Studies, George Mason University, College of Public Health
Obesity care is best delivered after in-depth initial screening and evaluation, using an individualized approach comprising multidisciplinary care, evidence-based lifestyle behavioral change strategies, and frequent follow-up. We illustrate a successful 6 month course of weight loss treatment, resulting in reversal of obesity-related chronic conditions and improvement in diet, sleep, mood, and physical fitness.
