Clinical Considerations of the Obese Patient, GLP-1 Agonists and Anesthesia

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Clinical Considerations of the Obese Patient, GLP-1 Agonists and Anesthesia

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This activity discusses the challenges of the obese patient and the benefits and risks of the use of GLP-1 agonists in this population and the gap or knowledge of the potential risk of aspiration in anesthesia with this class of medications.

Learning objectives:

Review general information about obesity and options for treatment.
Understand the relationship between obesity and surgical outcomes, including anesthesia management, surgical complications and post-op recovery.
Review the mechanism of action and therapeutic benefits of GLP-1 agonists such as Ozempic, in the management of obesity and related comorbidities.

Activity Sponsor

Michigan Osteopathic Association

Anticipated Credits

AOA Category 1-A

Activity Website

https://www.domoa.org/

Specialties

Anesthesiology, General

Topics

Obesity

Fees

$40 Member | $50 Non-Member

Additional Details

Presented by Marsha Billes, DO