In the second episode of this three-part podcourse, Sophie is now 35 years old and is approaching obesity class 3. She has also developed young-onset type 2 diabetes, dyslipidaemia, and hypertension. This represents disease progression from when we first met Sophie in episode 1 where she was 28 years old and living with obesity class 1. GP Dr Patrick Holmes discusses available treatment options for Sophie now that she has established metabolic disease, and how to reduce the risk of further disease progression.
Educational objectives
After listening to this podcourse episode, healthcare professionals should be more aware of:
Listen to this three-part audio series, then go to mimslearning.co.uk to read downloadable worksheets and test your knowledge to ensure you are up to speed with all the key points primary care professionals need to know about obesity management.
If you enjoy a blend of online learning and podcast-style listening that you can fit into your busy life, then this podcourse is for you.
MIMS Learning
Obesity podcourse with Dr Patrick Holmes, part 1: metabolic vulnerability
Obesity podcourse with Dr Patrick Holmes, part 2: established metabolic disease
Obesity podcourse with Dr Patrick Holmes, part 3: obesity and multiple comorbidities
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