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Overweight and Obesity
The number of Americans who are overweight or obese is rising. See below for links to clinical information, patient education materials, and other resources for treating and managing overweight and obesity.
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Tools for physicians to use in their offices.
ICD-9, CPT Codes for Overweight, Obesity and Associated Complications
A list of codes most frequently used when treating overweight, obese, or at risk patients.
Finding Help for Your Overweight Child
This guide offers advice for parents to with overweight children.
State Requires BMI Screenings in Pennsylvania Schools
The Pennsylvania Department of Health requires schools to calculate body mass index (BMI) to help track students' growth patterns and identify potential weight-related health problems.
Weight Management Treatment Programs for Children
A resource list from the Department of Public Welfare.
AMA Works to Fight Childhood Obesity
Focuses on improving school lunches, physical activity programs
Implementing a Weight Loss Program for Overweight Children and Their Parents
Ronald Williams, MD, a pediatrics and internal medicine specialist at Penn State Children's Hospital, recommends five, easy steps towards a healthier lifestyle for overweight children and their parents.
One-Minute Advice for Providers
A guideline for discussions with an overweight or obese patient.
Tools for Calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)
BMI is a tool for comparing and analyzing the health effects of weight relative to height. It's just one of many factors used to predict a person's risk for disease associated with overweight and obesity.
Online CME on Childhood Obesity
With proper diagnosis and effective intervention, clinicians can play a significant and successful role in improving the health of the next generation, starting today. This online program is offered free by Discovery Health.
Online CME on Adult Obesity
Learn the proper diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of overweight patients based on the latest scientific recommendations. Also also gain valuable, real-world strategies to address the topic of weight with their patients. This online program is offered free by Discovery Health.
AHRQ Offers Free DVDs to Help Prevent Childhood Obesity
The Max’s Magical Delivery: Fit for Kids DVD is designed for children and parents, while Childhood Obesity: Combating the Epidemic is for clinicians.
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