146 - CJC SYMPOSIUM - THE EXPANDING EPIDEMIC OF OBESITY: NEW INSIGHTS AND APPROACHES

Chair(s)

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  Stanley Nattel, MD

  Cardiologist and Director, Electrophysiology Research Program
  Montreal Heart Institute
  University of Montreal
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  Paul Poirier, FRCPC, FACC, FAHA, FCCS

  MD, PhD
  Institut Universitaire de Cardiologie et de Pneumologie de Québec
  Universite Laval

Presenter(s)

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  Kim Connelly, MBBS, PhD, FRCPC, FCCS, FACC, FSCMR (he/him/his)

  Professor, Department of Medicine
  St Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto
  University of Toronto
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  Yoni Freedhoff, MD (he/him/his)

  Medical Director
  Bariatric Medical Institute
  University of Ottawa
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  Chip Lavie, MD
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  Marie-Ève Piché, MD, PhD

  MD, PHD
  Quebec Heart and Lung Institute
  Laval University

Workshop Description: This symposium is designed to inform cardiovascular practitioners, researchers, educators and health-care stakeholders about the latest developments in the evolving population epidemic of obesity. It is well-known that the prevalence of obesity has reached epic proportions, affecting around 30% of the Canadian population aged 18 and over. Obesity increases the risks of many cardiovascular conditions, including atherosclerosis, dyslipidemia, heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Combating obesity is an important challenge for the health care system, for the public system including schools, the government, health-focused agencies and for the public in general. World-renowned speakers in the session will deal with selected topics like 1) surgical approaches to obesity and associated health benefits; 2) the Obesity Paradox; 3) the use, benefits and indications for newer obesity-combating drugs like GLP1 agonists and the evolving role of double and triple therapy; 4) the value and advisability of various public health measures. The format will include formal presentations, a panel discussion and audience interaction. Links will be provided to selected relevant readings in the area. This session will be of interest to a broad range of medical personnel, trainees, stakeholders and health professionals.