This fourth edition provides a comprehensive and structured overview of obesity as a chronic disease, addressing its clinical presentation, evaluation, and management in both adults and children.
It is designed as an educational and reference guide for healthcare professionals seeking a clear, evidence-based understanding of obesity across different life stages, integrating clinical principles with current medical knowledge.
This resource is intended strictly for professional learning and academic reference, and does not replace clinical judgment or institutional protocols.
What you’ll explore
- Epidemiology and clinical classification of obesity
- Pathophysiology of obesity across the lifespan
- Assessment and evaluation strategies in adults and children
- Overview of lifestyle, behavioral, and medical management approaches
- Considerations for long-term obesity care and follow-up
Who this resource is for
- Internal medicine physicians
- Pediatricians
- Endocrinologists
- Family medicine physicians
- Residents and fellows
- Healthcare professionals involved in obesity management
Product Information
- by: Peter G. Kopelman, Ian D. Caterson, William H. Dietz
- Edition: 4th Edition
- Published: 2022
- Language: English
- Size: 11,2 Mo
- Pages: 464
- Format: Digital reference (PDF / eBook)
Format & Access
- Format: Digital PDF
- Access: Instant access after purchase
- Compatibility: Desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
Educational & Reference Use Only
This book is intended to support academic learning and professional reference.
It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations and should not replace professional clinical judgment or formal training.
