CLE 697: Current Concepts in Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome

Course Description

This elective provides exposure to the challenges of obesity and overweight, as major contributors to poor health outcomes. Over the two weeks, students will gain experience in investigating better measures of obesity, strategies to counter stigma and mismanagement, best practices for intervention, alternatives of chronic weight management, and the inequity of care. This elective involves attendance at an outpatient clinic and community events related to obesity or obesity-related comorbidities. No graduate credit. 2 professional hours. Approved for S/U grading only. Prerequisite: Successful completion of the Family Medicine Clerkship. Restricted to students in Carle Illinois College of Medicine.