American Board of Obesity Medicine

08/05/2026

"As a preventive medicine physician, my passion is to help my patients prevent chronic disease and live healthy lives. Having worked in public health implementing programs to manage and prevent heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, I realize the importance of obesity treatment. Medicine has so much more to offer patients to help them lose weight now, and it is a very exciting time for physicians like me who are enthusiastic about helping patients manage their obesity safely and effectively, and long term."

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08/04/2026

Don’t miss your last chance to apply for the 2026 Obesity Medicine Certification Exam. The final application deadline is this Friday, August 7. Applications must be submitted, approved, and paid by this date. Don’t delay! Learn more at www.abom.org.

07/29/2026

"My personal journey with weight loss has ignited a passion I wish to share and spearhead for my patients. Obesity is the root of a multitude of health problems. My hope is to help patients reach their goal and achieve better quality of life."

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07/27/2026

Don’t miss your last chance to apply for the 2026 Obesity Medicine Certification Exam. The final application deadline is August 7. Applications must be submitted, approved, and paid by this date. Don’t delay! Learn more at www.abom.org.

07/22/2026

"There are a lot of people out there who are prescribing weight loss medication with less training and experience and I want patients to know when they are searching for qualified professionals to help them that their doctor has demonstrated knowledge and expertise in this area."

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07/15/2026

"Certification reflects my commitment to clinical excellence and lifelong learning in a critical area of modern medicine. This credential will enable me to provide more comprehensive care, improve outcomes in patients with obesity-related comorbidities, and support multidisciplinary care models."

07/08/2026

"By pursuing board certification in obesity medicine, I aim to deepen my clinical expertise and expand the tools I use to support patients in achieving sustainable weight loss and improved metabolic health. This additional training aligns with my commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care, and allows me to address obesity not just as a symptom, but as a root cause of long-term health outcomes."

07/03/2026

The early deadline to apply for the 2026 ABOM Exam is approaching- only one week remains to take advantage of the $250 savings. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4xdK55a.

07/01/2026

"As a board-certified Family Medicine physician actively practicing both in-person and via telehealth, I increasingly see the impact of obesity on chronic disease and overall well-being. Earning ABOM certification reflects my commitment to addressing obesity as a complex, multifactorial disease, and equips me with the tools to implement safe, effective, and sustainable treatment strategies in diverse populations."

06/30/2026

Internal medicine physicians are the largest single group of ABOM diplomates, and the American College of Physicians (ACP) 2025–2026 Annual Report shows several examples of this connection between the two disciplines. Of note, in the "Upholding Excellence in Clinical Knowledge and Professional Standards" section of the report, ACP highlights new research from ABOM Diplomate John Batsis, MD on the effect of obesity medications on body composition, which was among the featured, must-read work presented at the Internal Medicine Meeting 2026.

Read the full section here: https://bit.ly/3Rd9rQe

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS 2025–2026 Annual Report American College of Physicians 2025–2026 Annual Report Dear Colleagues: I invite you to take a moment to explore ACP’s year in review. This annual summary demonstrates the many ways we have heard you, collaborated with, and supported you t...