Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity- 2026 ATPO Conference

University of Minnesota Pediatric Center for Pediatric Obesity Medicine

When: March 4-6, 2026

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Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity is one of the most highly regarded educational activities addressing the topic of pediatric obesity. In this three ½-day course, leading experts in the field will provide the rationale for why obesity is a disease and concrete guidance on how to manage it.  A main focus of this course is the use of obesity medications for children and adolescents. Using cased-based sessions and break outs, attendees will learn how to use obesity medications.

Objectives: At the conclusion of this course, learners should be able to:

1. Describe the pathophysiology and obesity and the weight-reduced state.
2. Explain how to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a child with obesity, including identification of weight-related comorbidities.
3. Define strategies for the management of pediatric obesity, including lifestyle therapy, obesity medications, and the role of metabolic and bariatric surgery.

For questions about Advanced Therapies for Pediatric Obesity, contact Juanita Jensen, Department of Pediatrics-Center for Obesity Medicine at cpom@umn.edu or 612-626-2349.

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