Advancing Obesity Care for Women and Gender-Diverse Individuals

In this episode, host Heather Maurer, MA, CAE, chats with Kayla Gish, NP, an obesity medicine specialist, about critical topics in obesity management for women and gender-diverse individuals. Kayla shares personal experiences and discusses evidence-based interventions, highlighting the importance of empathetic and unbiased care. The conversation delves into the need for policy changes, such as the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, to expand insurance coverage for obesity treatments. They also explore challenges with insurance, the role of compounding pharmacies, and advocacy efforts to empower women’s health practitioners and patients.

This episode is sponsored by the Alliance for Women's Health & Prevention.

 

Her Health Matters is produced by Association Briefings.