TOS/GSA Joint Key Lecturer Stephen Kritchevsky: Translational Geroscience in Obesity Medicine - What’s It All About?
When: Monday, 11/4/2024, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center-008
Handouts:
Description: This key lecture will delve into the world of older adults with obesity, a diverse demographic with varied clinical and biological characteristics. Explore the impact of emerging biomarkers on this population and discover their potential in targeting aging and aging-related diseases. Gain insights into the significance of geroscience-based biomarkers and their role in informing future treatment evaluations and potential therapeutics for older adults.

This session is a joint collaboration between The Obesity Society (TOS) and the Gerontological Society of America (GSA).
Keyword: Methodologies: Precision Obesity/Precision Nutrition; Target Population: Aging; Type of Research: Translational
Track: Sub-track: Obesity Medicine Exam Prep; Track 3: Interventional and Clinical Studies
Speakers:
Tiffany M. Cortes, MDSession Chair
Stephen B. Kritchevsky, PhDTranslational Geroscience in Obesity Medicine: What’s It All About?1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Tiffany M. Cortes, MDModerate Q&A2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Stephen B. Kritchevsky, PhDQ&A2:15 pm - 2:30 pm
Learning Objectives:
1. Apply the latest recommendations for evaluation and treatment; tailor intervention strategies based on patient characteristics such as age or metabolic or behavioral phenotype; understand the differences between weight loss and weight loss maintenance.
2. Understand the evidence-based science regarding neuroendocrine, environmental, endocrine, microbiota and/or cognitive behavioral mechanisms regulating energy balance and body weight. Apply that knowledge to develop and implement treatment options for adults and pediatric patients with overweight, obesity or obesity-related co-morbidities.
5. Apply new knowledge related to obesity treatment options from the perspectives of Metabolism and Integrative Physiology, Neuroscience, Intervention and Clinical Studies, Population Health, Clinical/Professional Practice, and Policy/Public Health.