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Oct 28th, 2026

New in 2026: Obesity Summit

Join experts for a focused two-hour summit exploring obesity as a modifiable driver of cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic disease.


Person standing barefoot on a digital weight scale with dramatic natural lighting casting shadows on wooden floor

9:30-11:30 a.m. | Monday, Nov. 9

Attendees will gain actionable insights to optimize treatment approaches, enhance patient engagement and improve outcomes across the continuum.

Obesity Summit registration is required in addition to our American Heart Association Scientific Sessions registration.

Obesity Module 1: Overview and Understanding Obesity/Complexity and Origins of Obesity
9:30–9:50 a.m. | S105D

Obesity Module 2: How to Approach the Weight Discussion/Minimizing Bias
9:50–10:10 a.m. | S105D

Obesity Module 3: Supporting Lifestyle Changes
10:10–10:30 a.m. | S105D

Obesity Module 4: Obesity Medicine/Pharmacologic Therapies
10:30–10:50 a.m. | S105D

Obesity Module 5: Surgical Procedures, Access to Care, Resources
10:50–11 a.m. | S105D

Obesity Module 6: Weight Loss Maintenance and Panel
11–11:30 a.m. | S105D

 

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