BSPD/MCN Lecture: Paediatric Obesity - eradicating the stigma (DWD28JAN25)

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SubjectPaediatric dentistry
DescriptionCaroline Steele is a consultant in tertiary paediatric endocrinology, with a special interest in transition to adult care, Turner syndrome and childhood obesity. Join us for this webinar to learn more about childhood obesity and how to speak to families about it.
VenueBlackboard Collaborate, - Virtual  View details
Date & timeTuesday 28 January 2025, 19:00 to 20:00
Lecturercaroline steele  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Course styleLecture
CategoryEvening lecture
CateringNo catering
Development outcomeC, D
CPD hours1:00
CostNo charge
Aims

To raise awareness of paediatric obesity including how to identify it, how to speak to families about it & the importance of the use of language in eradicating stigma associated with increased weight

Objectives

-Presentation of background, relevant literature and review of current paediatric obesity services -Anonymised case presentation -Discussion and questions

Learning outcomes

have an increased understanding of the complexities involved in developing obesity in childhood - appropriately refer patients through local pathways - Understand how to have sensitive and appropriate discussions with families where there are concerns about a child’s weight