Talking About Obesity
Obesity is one of America’s leading health concerns. Some even call it an epidemic.
But how do physicians talk to their patients about the issue? What if a doctor offends his patient by calling her obese and she files a complaint with the State Medical Board? How should physicians convey important and sensitive health information? We look at the issue of health professionals and bedside manner in this program. Guests include: Dr. Terry Bennett , whose case is under review, Melinda Haney, one of his patients from Rochester, Dr. Jennifer Warren, who specializes in obesity, Dr. Gary Sobelson from the New Hampshire Medical Society and Frances White, a long-time board member for the group NAAFA, the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance. National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance.