Obesity Medicine

 
First Generic GLP-1 RA Approved for Weight Management in the US: Daily Dose
September 10, 2025

Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.

How Primary Care Physicians Can Approach the Use of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss
September 08, 2025

Michael Crotty, MD, provides practical guidance for on integrating GLP-1 receptor agonists into a comprehensive obesity treatment plan.

The Future of GLP-1RAs in Obesity Treatment: Expert Perspective
September 04, 2025

With the surge in demand and supply shortages, Michael Crotty, MD, discusses the future of GLP-1RA use in the treatment of obesity.

GLP-1RAs for Weight Management: Weighing Benefits vs Side Effects
September 03, 2025

Obesity medicine specialist Michael Crotty, MD, discusses the benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonist use in weight management and its impact on obesity-related comorbidities.

Overcoming Barriers in Obesity and Hypertension Management: Practical Strategies for Physicians
September 02, 2025

Caissa Troutman, member of the Obesity Medicine Association, emphasizes the importance of shared decision-making in overcoming barriers.

Real-World Study: Semaglutide Lowers Cardiovascular Risk More Than Tirzepatide in Adults With Obesity and CVD
September 02, 2025

At ESC 2025, the STEER study showed semaglutide reduced risk of heart attack, stroke, or death by 57% vs tirzepatide in adults with obesity and cardiovascular disease, complementing prior trial data.

More Than One-Third of Middle-Aged Adults with Diabetes Prescribed GLP-1 RAs: Daily Dose
September 01, 2025

Your daily dose of the clinical news you may have missed.

Generic Liraglutide Approved, Marking First Generic GLP-1 RA Indicated Specifically for Weight Management in the US
August 29, 2025

Teva announced approval of the generic formulation of Saxenda, which could help expand access to the extremely popular class of antiobesity medications.

Weekly Dose Podcast: CRC Screening Uptake, GLP-1 Eligibility in Youth, Women’s Heart Health, and Ultraprocessed Food Risks
August 28, 2025

This week’s podcast episode covers CRC screening, GLP-1 eligibility in youth, women’s heart health, FIT outreach, and ultraprocessed food risks.

One in Ten Individuals Initiate GLP-1 Therapy Within 5 Years of Bariatric Surgery, Study Finds
August 28, 2025

In a trial of over 112 000 US adults, researchers found that 14% started a GLP-1 receptor agonist after bariatric surgery.