Doctors have a limited role in managing obesity

Abstract

Obesity management is one of the greatest challenges in medicine. While the obesity epidemic continues to grow, there is increasing pressure on doctors to do more to curb these trends. National bodies offer guidelines and action plans; however, these miss the mark within the constraints of modern practice. While urgent change is needed to combat the health challenges that global obesity raises, medical practice is generally ill-equipped to make an effective change for patients. Significant innovation is needed to be able to deliver strategies that will work in a healthcare context.