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The Role of the Clinical Exercise Physiologist in Weight Loss

Presented by ACSM in partnership with Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA).

About this course

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This course will provide an overview of the latest interventions to combat obesity, a serious public health epidemic with complex, social, physiological and psychological interactions. In addition to reviewing the efficacy of various behavioral, medical, and surgical approaches, this presentation will focus on the role of the clinical exercise physiologist (CEP) as a key member of a multidisciplinary weight management team. Specifically, how the unique skill set of CEPs contributes to improving outcomes, especially for high risk, complicated patients.

What you will learn

  • The key determinants of obesity
  • Current obesity trends and prevalence
  • Key weight loss intervention trials
  • Weight loss medications, including GLP-1 agonists
  • Surgical approaches to weight loss
  • The role of CEPs for developing weight loss exercise interventions
  • The role of CEPs in supporting physician and dietary recommendations
  • The role of CEPs in providing surveillance and communication with the rest of the health care team

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