80067783 - Bermuda Hospitals Board and Johns Hopkins Medicine LIVE - Obesity and Current Treatments

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Mid Atlantic Wellness Institute-Bermuda, Bermuda, Bermuda


This half-day live conference will focus on obesity management and highlight the growth the GLP-1 agonists within weight loss management, detailing the underlying science and mechanism of action for these medications which have become increasingly utilized within obesity care. GLP-1 agonists have proven to effectively promote weight loss by managing blood sugar levels and regulating appetite and metabolism. Their impact is maximized when utilized in tandem with diet and exercise.

1. Identify the impact of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol prevalence and demographics in Bermuda.
2. Analyze the prevalence of obesity in Bermuda and its impact on healthcare costs, access to care, and available treatment options.
3. Examine the effects of obesity-related stigma on patients' overall well-being and discuss strategies for reducing bias in clinical care.
4. Evaluate surgical treatment options and GLP-1 agonists, including their effectiveness and implications for high-risk populations.

Accreditation Statement
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

POLICY ON PRESENTER AND PROVIDER DISCLOSURE
It is the policy of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine that the presenter and provider globally disclose conflicts of interest. The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine OCME has established policies in place to identify and mitigate relevant conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to presentation of the education. 

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Johns Hopkins University adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.

Saturday, May 3, 2025