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Obesity: A Disease is the official Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) FREE podcast exploring the many facets of the disease of obesity. Episodes provide valuable insights into this growing problem and better equip clinicians to understand and engage in treating this disease.
Episode 123: Obesity and Orthopedic Surgical Care - Challenges and Advances
Obesity: A Disease
18 minutes 49 seconds
3 weeks ago
Episode 123: Obesity and Orthopedic Surgical Care - Challenges and Advances
In this eighth and final episode of the series, Dr. Allison Rhodes concludes the discussion on obesity and orthopedic health with Dr. Cherise Dyal, focusing on the unique post-operative risks and recovery challenges following lower extremity surgery in patients with obesity. Together, they examine complications in lower extremity procedures that can be influenced by obesity, as well as the factors contributing to extended recovery timelines and complex rehabilitation needs.
The episode also explores strategies to enhance surgical and functional outcomes. Dr. Rhodes and Dr. Dyal underscore the importance of a team-based, patient-centered approach that supports safe recovery, sustained mobility, and long-term musculoskeletal health.
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*This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Novo Nordisk Inc.
Episode Guest: Dr. Cherise Dyal, MD, DABOM is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and is also Board Certified in Obesity Medicine.
Episode Host: Allison Rhodes, MD, FOMA, Obesity Medicine Physician with the Comprehensive Weight Management Program at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Obesity: A Disease
Obesity: A Disease is the official Obesity Medicine Association (OMA) FREE podcast exploring the many facets of the disease of obesity. Episodes provide valuable insights into this growing problem and better equip clinicians to understand and engage in treating this disease.
