#441 - Dr. Linda Anegawa, Chief Medical Officer at Noom

Slice of Healthcare

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dr. Linda Anegawa, Chief Medical Officer at Noom.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

• Dr. Anegawa's Journey to Obesity Medicine: Dr. Linda Anegawa, with her expertise in obesity medicine, joined the "Slice of Healthcare" podcast to discuss her journey from traditional internal medicine to specializing in obesity treatment.
• Obesity Medicine's Challenges and Shifts: Dr. Anegawa highlighted the challenges and limitations of traditional healthcare systems in managing obesity, prompting her shift towards obesity medicine and non-surgical treatments.
• Statistics on the U.S. Obesity Epidemic: The podcast explored the rising obesity epidemic in the U.S., with Dr. Anagawa noting that over 40% of Americans suffer from obesity. She emphasized the importance of addressing this issue through personalized and comprehensive treatment plans.
• GLP-1 Medications in Obesity Treatment: Dr. Anagawa discussed the role and impact of GLP-1 medications in obesity treatment, considering them a significant advancement but underscoring the necessity of behavioral changes alongside medication.
• Mental Health and Holistic Treatment Approaches: The conversation also touched upon the importance of mental health in weight management and the potential of intuitive eating as a part of holistic obesity treatment.

To learn more about Noom:
Website: https://www.noom.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/noom/

Guest's Socials:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-anegawa-md/

Our sponsors for this episode are:
Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/
Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Healthcare
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/

Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

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