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RCPE Obesity course in collaboration with Obesity Action Scotland

Course/event description

This half-day online course hosted by the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (RCPE) in collaboration with Obesity Action Scotland is a must-attend for anyone interested in public health, clinical practice, or policy-making around obesity. 

Obesity is one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, and this expertly curated programme offers a rare opportunity to explore it from multiple angles—scientific, societal, and global. With leading voices from academia, policy, and lived experience, the event promises rich insights into the complexity of obesity, from its genetic roots to the language we use with patients. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, policymaker, or advocate, this course will deepen your understanding and equip you with tools to engage more thoughtfully and effectively.

Top Reasons to Attend:

  • Global & Multidisciplinary Perspectives: Hear from experts across Europe and South Asia, blending epidemiology, genetics, policy, and lived experience.
  • Real Talk on Communication: Learn how to approach conversations about obesity with empathy, precision, and shared decision-making.
  • Evidence Meets Experience: Gain insights from cutting-edge research and firsthand accounts that challenge stigma and promote inclusive, evidence-based solutions.

Target audience:

The range of topics and excellent expert speakers will appeal to both general and specialist clinicians dealing with obesity in primary and secondary care. Medics of any grade, Allied Health Professionals, including nursing and pharmacy colleagues, and those with a particular interest in public health.

Course Details

Course details: obesity-poster-20jan26.pdf

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This page was last updated on: 19.11.2025 at 09.52

Course/event date: 20-01-2026

Course/event duration: 1 Day

Course/event venue: Online

This course is targeted at the following specialty Groupings:

  • Medicine