Show Notes
In this episode of UD Talks, we speak to Professor Donal O’Shea, Consultant Endocrinologist and former Clinical Lead on Obesity.
Donal discusses the evolving understanding of obesity as a chronic disease and how approaches to obesity management have changed over recent years.
The conversation explores the significant improvements in treatment options, the importance of supporting patients through weight management, and how healthcare professionals can approach conversations about weight in a sensitive and effective way.
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