Advisory Board October 10, 2024
Radio Advisory’s Abby Burns sat down with Advisory Board experts Chloe Bakst, Payton Grimes, and Atticus Raasch to unpack what comprehensive weight management programs look like in practice and why — if done well — they can benefit patients, clinicians, and health systems.
Below is a summary of key points from the interview. Download the episode for the full conversation.
GLP-1s and their impact on bariatric surgery
Bakst highlighted the growing attention on GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound, noting their significant demand among consumers. However, she cautioned against viewing these drugs as a standalone solution.
“GLP-1s are really powerful drugs, but they can’t operate in a silo, and they’re not the silver bullet for the obesity epidemic,” Bakst said.
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