| Presented by: | The University of Florida College of Medicine |
| Lecturer | Caroline M. Apovian, MD, FACP, FACN |
| Approximate duration: | 30 mins. |
| Summary points: | In this audiovisual activity, participants will learn weight-loss strategies for reducing the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Participants will learn how to identify patients at high risk of cardiovascular disease and how to translate the latest research into practical clinical approaches for reducing risk. Strategies covered include current and emerging pharmacological weight loss options as well as surgical weight loss. |
| Accreditation: | The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this educational activity for a maximum of .50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.
Expiration Date: December 21, 2010. |
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