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Obesity - the relationship with the musculoskeletal system and cancer

Education specific to bariatric and metabolic disease is essential in general practice to address the rising prevalence of obesity and provide comprehensive care for bariatric patients. 

This Session is Part Four of St Vincent's Private Hospital Northside's Bariatric & Metabolic Disease GP Education Series and explores obesity - the relationship with the musculoskeletal system and cancer. Can we reduce risk with weight loss?
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RACGP: 1 EA hour CONTENT: 5 Videos (total 1h:10min)

Obesity - the relationship with the musculoskeletal system and cancer

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Learning Outcomes:


  • Describe the role of the GP in obesity management and healthcare prevention for patients highest at risk of multimorbidity
  • Describe the range of non-medical, medical and surgical treatment options suitable for treatment seeking patients who are overweight or obese
  • Outline multi-disciplinary care team approach to support overweight and obese patients to improve patient outcomes

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Dr Richard Hanly
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Obesity overview, current statistics, and disease prevalence

The obesity paradox in cancer

Dr Po-Ling Inglis
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Colorectal cancer and obesity

Dr Jayson Moloney
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Breast cancer and obesity

Dr Kate Stringer
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