Ep. 8 - Understanding Obesity: Causes, Treatments and Prevention

05/13/24 • 20 min

This podcast discusses obesity as a major health problem and explores new medical treatments that are safe, effective and help patients feel better. The host Dr. Craig Walker and guest Terry Roberts discuss causes of obesity, health risks, challenges with past treatments and promising new medications.
Terry Roberts provides context for the episode by noting the rising rates of obesity, especially in children. He introduces Dr. Walker as an expert in treating the whole patient and addressing root causes of health issues like obesity.
Dr. Walker explains obesity has many causes related to lifestyle like eating highly processed foods and lack of exercise, but some patients struggle to lose weight no matter their efforts. Genetic and physiological factors play a role in why weight is difficult for some to lose.
Dr. Walker outlines the various health problems and diseases linked to obesity like heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, sleep apnea and more. Being overweight also increases orthopedic problems and lowers quality of life.
Previous weight loss options had problems. Medications that blocked nutrient absorption caused diarrhea, and amphetamine-like drugs were addictive and unsuitable for long-term use. Invasive surgeries also had high risks and complications.
Terry Roberts shares his own weight loss journey with encouragement from Dr. Walker. Dr. Walker discusses new medications that help the body release fat cells more easily and make patients feel good, unlike past options. When combined with lifestyle changes, these new treatments can safely and effectively help patients lose weight and improve health.
Key points:

Obesity rates are rising, especially in children and teenagers
Obesity increases risks of heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and more
Past weight loss treatments had poor safety profiles or caused unpleasant side effects
New medications help the body release fat cells more readily and make patients feel good
When combined with lifestyle changes, new medications can safely and effectively help patients lose weight and improve health

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Obesity rates are rising, especially in children and teenagers
Obesity increases risks of heart disease, hypertension, diabetes and more
Past weight loss treatments had poor safety profiles or caused unpleasant side effects
New medications help the body release fat cells more readily and make patients feel good
When combined with lifestyle changes, new medications can safely and effectively help patients lose weight and improve health

For more information, visit:
Facebook Page: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558432490919
www.cardio.com

Previous Episode

Ep. 7 - Post-Procedure Care and Follow Up for Venous Disease Treatments

In this episode of Cardiovascular Matters, Dr. Craig Walker discusses the post-procedure care and follow up for patients who have undergone treatments for venous disease. He covers different types of procedures like stenting of the iliac veins, removal of deep vein clots, and closure of superficial and perforator veins.

Dr. Walker explains the recovery process for each type of procedure. For iliac vein stenting, patients may experience some back pain that typically lasts less than a week. They are also prescribed antiplatelet drugs for at least 3 months. For deep vein clot removal, patients need to take anticoagulants like Xarelto for at least 6 months to a year to prevent clots from returning. Superficial and perforator vein closures have a very short recovery with just pressure applied after the procedure.

He stresses the importance of follow up care, especially for patients who underwent treatment for venous ulcers. Their wounds are checked the following week to ensure proper healing. Various wound dressings and skin substitutes can be used to help large ulcers close. All patients are advised to continue walking and focus on weight loss to prevent recurrence of venous disease.

Dr. Walker and Terry Roberts emphasize that venous disease is more prevalent than other conditions but often ignored. Post-procedure lifestyle changes and medication can help patients finally get relief from debilitating symptoms they may have suffered with for decades.
Key points:

Recovery timelines for different venous procedures
- Medications prescribed after stenting, clot removal etc
- Importance of follow up checks for ulcer patients
- Ongoing lifestyle measures like compression stockings, exercise
- Impact of venous disease and relief it provides patients
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Ep. 9 - The Obesity Epidemic and New Medication Options for Weight Loss

In this episode of the Cardiovascular Matters podcast, host Dr. Craig Walker discusses the growing problem of obesity in America and revolutionary new medication options that are helping people safely and effectively lose weight. Dr. Walker explains how obesity increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other serious health conditions. He then outlines several new classes of drugs, including GLP-1 agonists, that work to control hunger and blood sugar levels while promoting weight loss. Medical device sales veteran and patient Terry Roberts shares his own positive experience using these medications. Listeners will learn about treatment options and get insight into safely and successfully managing their weight.
Key points:

The health risks of obesity like heart disease, diabetes and joint problems
New classes of drugs for weight loss like GLP-1 agonists
How the drugs work to control hunger, blood sugar and promote weight loss
Positive results seen in weight loss and cardiovascular outcomes
Terry Roberts shares his success with the medication plan

Chapter Markers:
0:00-5:00 - Introduction and overview of topic
5:00-10:00 - Health risks of obesity like heart disease and diabetes
10:00-15:00 - Introduction to new classes of weight loss drugs like GLP-1 agonists
15:00-20:00 - How the drugs work to control hunger and blood sugar
20:00-25:00 - Positive results seen in weight loss and cardiovascular outcomes
25:00-30:00 - Terry Roberts shares his success with the medication plan
30:00-35:00 - Q&A and call to action for listeners considering treatment
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