Join us for the 2nd Annual Minnesota Obesity Society Symposium, where participants will have the opportunity to engage with colleagues and industry representatives . This event will feature a diverse lineup of locally and nationally known speakers who will share their insights and expertise on current research and evidence-based practices. Attendees will also have the chance to earn category 1 Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, enhancing their professional development while deepening their understanding of obesity-related topics. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with peers and expand your knowledge in a collaborative environment. Breakfast, lunch and and afternoon snack will be provided.

Speaker Line Up: (times and official presentation title coming soon)

  • Pediatric obesity: Dr. Claudia Fox (M Health Fairview)

  • Obesity care in the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion: Dr. Talee Vang (Hennepin Healthcare)

  • Exercise Prescription for obesity care: Tara Shafrath, MS, ACSM-EP, RYT (Minnesota Women’s Care)

  • Pharmacotherapy in the pipeline and AOM updates: Dr. Lauren Bloch, PharmD, MTM (M Health Fairview)

  • Binge eating disorder: still securing speaker

  • Nutritional interventions: still securing speaker