American Board of Obesity Medicine

Certifying physicians in the treatment of obesity

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ABOM Diplomate in the News: Dr. Treah Haggerty and the rural health immersion experience for #obesitymedicine fellows at @WVUMedSchool: https://t.co/IjqUvb6IeD

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"As an internal medicine physician, I have a strong interest in obesity medicine. I am pursuing certification to better address the root causes of these conditions through evidence-based, patient-centered obesity care. "

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Thanks to @EverydayHealth for including perspective from ABOM diplomates in this recent article: https://t.co/oYalXRebEg

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"Earning ABOM certification signals to patients, colleagues, and payers that I meet rigorous standards in obesity medicine and am committed to treating obesity with the same clinical rigor I apply to pain medicine."

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We are already getting excited to exhibit at next week's @aafp #AAFPFMX meeting in Nashville (October 20-24). Mark your calendar and plan to attend these sessions related to #obesitymedicine. Then stop by booth 2709 in the Xchange to learn more about ABOM certification.

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With the 2026 #obesitymedicine certification exam administration in full swing, now seems like the perfect time to remind everyone that getting certified in obesity medicine takes time and preparation. Learn more: https://t.co/GJyxVGPmJn

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"This certification allows me to deepen my understanding of the complexities surrounding obesity and its related comorbidities. By gaining advanced knowledge and skills, I can provide more comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to the needs of my patients."

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Best of luck to the more than 2,600 physicians who will take the 2026 Obesity Medicine Certification Exam between now and October 17. #ObesityMedicine #ABOM2026

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"As a hospitalist, I routinely care for patients with obesity and its many associated comorbidities. Pursuing certification represents a meaningful step toward providing more comprehensive, compassionate, and effective care for my patients."

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ABOM Diplomates Allison Rhodes MD, DABOM, FOMA and Yuval Pinto, MD, DABOM talk to @MSN for this story on GLP-1 use: https://t.co/S3byG7dp9r

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ABOM Diplomate Dr. Barbara Hessel pursued certification through ABOM because she wanted a deeper, evidence-based understanding of obesity.

Watch her video and share your motivation for pursuing ABOM Certification.

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"By pursuing ABOM certification, I aim to better support my patients through targeted, evidence-based interventions and preventive care. This certification equips me to address the root causes of these conditions more effectively and improve long-term outcomes for my patients."

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What to know about the new #obesity initiatives from Endocrine Society: https://t.co/jcovz69Qn3
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"Board certification through ABOM equipped me with the clinical confidence and scientific framework to treat obesity. Incorporating this expertise into family medicine has delivered life-changing outcomes for my patients and renewed my sense of purpose."
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"I am a primary care physician, and many of my patients suffer from obesity. ABOM certification enhances my ability to deliver evidence-based , comprehensive obesity care, improve patient outcomes, and manage this complex, chronic disease."

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!I believe additional education in obesity medicine will help advance my clinical practice and better equip me to counsel patients on lifestyle changes and give me another tool to help care for people."

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"By becoming ABOM certified, I hope to not only improve individual patient outcomes, but also play a more informed role in obesity prevention and advocacy within my community and healthcare system."

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If you are getting ready to sit for the 2026 obesity medicine certification exam this October- or if you are thinking about certifying in the future- take time now to review the list of exam prep resources on the ABOM website: https://t.co/YDdz4hNOSU.

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Pediatrician Sundus Elfadil, M.D., sought ABOM certification to provide better care for her pediatric patients with obesity.

"Through this training, I hope to provide evidence-based care that empowers children and their families to achieve healthier lifelong outcomes."

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"I have chosen to seek ABOM certification to deepen my knowledge and enhance my clinical skills in managing metabolic conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and related comorbidities."

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