Conferences
Texas Children's Virtual Education Series: Spotlight on Treatment of Childhood Obesity
Spotlight on Treatment of Childhood Obesity Tuesday, May 10, 2022 • 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
The Texas Children’s Virtual Educational Series provides a forum for educating and connecting community providers with pediatric specialists. Please join our panel of childhood obesity experts as they present on a variety of informative topics.
Speakers
Treating Obesity - A Personal Approach
Dr. Stephanie Sisley is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and the Medical Director of the Genetic Disorders of Obesity Program at Texas Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Stephanie Sisley will discuss different aspects contributing to weight gain that must be assessed in children. Additionally, she will discuss currently approved and off-label pharmacologic therapies.
How a Registered Dietitian Can Help Patients
Elly Tran is a Pediatric Clinical Dietitian and Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management.
Elly will discuss the variety of dietary approaches and counseling aspects used in the outpatient setting.
All providers and staff members are invited to attend. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email with additional information.