Professor Carel Le Roux opens Obesity & Weight Management Alliance Conference

The second Obesity & Weight Management Alliance Conference kicked off this morning with an insightful keynote from Professor Carel Le Roux, who focused on obesity management as a primary treatment goal for people living with type 2 diabetes.

Professor Le Roux emphasised the need to offer a full range of treatments, including nutritional, medication, and surgical options, while ensuring that individuals living with obesity are actively involved in their treatment decisions.

He highlighted that type 2 diabetes can be disrupted by targeting obesity and stressed that obesity should be measured based on its impact on health, rather than just weight alone.

His session sparked a lively Q&A with a multidisciplinary audience, leading to engaging discussions on the role of obesity medications following surgical interventions.

The conference continues throughout the day, bringing together experts to explore the latest advancements in obesity care.