Continuing Medical Education Mainpro-C Workshop
Management of Childhood Obesity: Lifestyle, Diet, and Physical Activity
SATURDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2012
9:00AM – 4:00PM
Breakfast and Registration 8:30AM – 9:00AM
CROWNE PLAZA HAMILTON HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE
150 King Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8N 1B2
Facilitators: Drs. Pierre Geoffroy and Janice Harvey
Childhood obesity is reaching epidemic proportions in our modern society. An interplay between genetic and environmental factors is likely responsible. Unfortunately, this knowledge has not translated into effective public health measures aimed at curbing the problem. In addition to describing the impact of this condition on our youth, important principles in weight management of the obese or overweight child are presented. Preventative measures in the family practice setting will also be discussed as well as exploring ways physical activity can be combined with other management strategies. Case examples will provide the background for the discussion.
Participants will:
- Learn about the epidemiology of obesity in children
- Learn how to assess overweight children in the primary care setting
- Learn pragmatic interventions for overweight children including diet and physical activity interventions
- Learn of a new tool for detecting ‘at risk’ toddlers
Registration Fee (add 13% HST): $299.00 for CFPC Members, $350.00 for Non Members, $199.00 for Residents
This program meets the accreditation criteria of the College of Family Physicians, and is accredited for 6.0 CFPC Mainpro-C Credits.
Management of Childhood Obesity (Hamilton) Registration Form