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January 23, 2026 | 3 min read

Unconscious bias in weight management 

Excellent weight management care includes asking what patients have already tried and what barriers they face. Then offer evidence‑based options, including behavioral supports. 

March 17, 2026 | 2 min read

“What should my goal weight be?”  

When supporting patients with weight management, focus on improving quality of life through sustainable habits instead of just the number on the scale. 

November 29, 2022 | 2 min read

A Weighty Matter

By Colleen Schreyer, PhD, Johns Hopkins Medicine

Weight bias is common, harms patients, and may contribute to poor health outcomes.  

September 25, 2025 | 2 min read

Healing words

By using respectful, person-first language and recognizing the complex realities behind type 2 diabetes, clinicians can avoid stigma. This may also foster trust, empower patients, and improve outcomes. 

Colorectal Cancer Awareness

February 19, 2024 | 2 min read

Mitigating colon cancer in young patients

By Ekta Gupta, MBBS, Johns Hopkins Medicine

There's and increasing risk of colon cancer in younger patients. Clinicians need to be diligent in considering the possibility of colon cancer.

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