Tuesday, August 4 2026
11:30am–12:30pm
CME/CE
Diabesity: Updates in the Management of T2DM and Obesity
Description
This session will delve into the intersection of obesity and type 2 diabetes. Learners will explore strategies for glycemic and weight management, cardiorenal protection, and cardiovascular risk mitigation, with an emphasis on the latest guidelines for managing type 2 diabetes and providing holistic care.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the connection between type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity, and the therapeutic benefits of sustained weight loss in reducing long-term health risks
- Discuss a holistic, integrated approach to the management of T2DM, obesity, and other comorbid conditions
- Review recent guideline recommendations for T2DM management that stratify therapies based on their potential to achieve both glycemic control and weight loss
- Examine the evidence supporting the use of GLP-1 receptor agonists and SGLT2 inhibitors for cardiorenal protection in patients with T2DM and obesity