Obesity 2017 16 th International Conference on Obesity and Weight Management November 13-15, 2017 Atlanta, USA Program
Obesity 2017 Our aim is to develop an understanding among the active researchers working on or studying about how to balance Obesity, our event will offer a platform where researchers can widen their network under a same roof while enjoying their time in a beautiful place,atlanta, USA. Main objective of this event is to promote awareness about proper nutrition and risk associated with improper diet along with obesity and its impact on health, event will educate and strengthen recent research on the several causes, results, treatment, and prevention of obesity, Event like ours is important to encourage the involvement of researchers and to highlight their role, this will help to Connect active researchers and practitioners from diverse disciplines. Learn the Latest Treatment Approaches Program highlights include sessions focused on the areas important to you. Network with peers and make new connections outside of your specialty. Obesity 2017 is the one conference where you ll find everything you need, for your research, and for your patients. Why should YOU attend? Increase your knowledge via the scientific program Collect take home tools and information from workshop sessions Gain exposure by submitting an abstract of your work Increase your connections through networking opportunities Develop and join research collaborations Take advantage of a competitive price structure Don t wait to Register The early registration period ends and prices increase after May 31, 2017. Save up to $300 by registering before May 31, 2017. Important Dates: Abstract Submission Deadline: July 30 2017 Early Bird Registration: May 31, 2017
Obesity 2017 Delegate participation Participate in the program, where we pair experienced clinicians (mentors) with a small group of mentees to meet with throughout the conference. This exclusive benefit of delegates allows clinicians newer to obesity to ask questions, get advice, and build their network. Many delegates and speakers even stay in touch after the conference. Networking At Overcoming Obesity 2017, attendees enjoy unique access to a welcoming community of clinicians. Spend time at the conference networking and getting to know your colleagues, whose passion for obesity and endocrinology will leave you feeling inspired, confident, and energized in your abilities to make a difference in the lives of patients affected by obesity. Lunch - arounds We ll provide you the delicious lunch in the hotel so you can spend an enjoyable afternoon out getting to know your colleagues. (Dinner costs are the individual s responsibility). Abstract Submission Each Plenary lecture is 25 minutes in length and comprises one presentation. We recommend you plan to present for approximately 20 minutes with 5 minutes for questions/discussion.
Poster Session Learn about the latest clinical research happening in the field of obesity by attending the poster session and visiting with the authors of each study. Or, submit your own abstract for consideration and share your research with the foremost experts in the field. The poster exhibition will be located on the exhibition area of the congress center. The area will be clearly Exhibit Hall Learn about the cutting-edge technologies, products, and services available to you as an obesity clinician. Talk with exhibitors, try samples, and discover new products and services to use in your practice. Breakfast with the Experts During this attendee-favorite event, choose a table with a topic you re interested in and spend breakfast discussing that topic with an expert and a small group of other clinicians. This is a great opportunity to follow up on any questions you may have from the sessions you ve already attended. Young Researchers Forum The Young Researchers Forum offers young researchers the possibility to meet and discuss research topics and methodologies, share and develop ideas, learn from each other and gain knowledge from senior researchers. Young Researcher Sessions are organized at the Obesity 2017, to provide a unique platform for Young Researchers/Investigators for presenting latest research projects with an in-depth analysis. Young Investigators (e.g. Post-Graduate students, Post-doctoral fellows, Trainees, Junior faculty) are the focus of this event Participants should be below the age of 33 years. All submissions must be in English. The prize winning papers will be considered for publication in the international journals once the paper is subjected to standard review procedures. For further information please contact: obesity@healthconferences.org
Obesity 2107 16 th International Conference on Obesity and Weight Management November 13-15, 2017 Atlanta, USA Day 1 November 13, 2017 Registrations Opening Ceremony Introduction Title: Implementing an education program in elementary schools to improve healthy food choices Tonia L,Murray State University, USA Title: The triangle of shame-dieting-overeating in internal family systems (IFS) therapy: Teaching patients how to understand and change their thinking patterns around eating behaviors Betsy Thurston, Dietician and Eating Disorder Clinician, USA Title: Childhood Obesity Horia Al Mawlawi, King Abdulaziz University,Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Oral Presentations Óbesity and Weight Management l Childhood Obesity l Weight Loss procedure l Food and Nutrition l Obesity and Cancer l Obesity and Endocrinology Chair : Not Decided Co- Chair : Not Decided Title: Indicators for success of obesity reduction programs in adolescents: Body composition and body mass index, evaluating a school-based health promotion project in Iran after 12 weeks of intervention Saeid Doaei, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran Title:Clinical outcome measures for monitoring physical function in pediatric obesity: An integrative review Ryan Mahaffey, St. Mary s University Twickenham, UK Lunch Break
Title: Macronutrients and the FTO gene expression in hypothalamus: A systematic review of experimental studies Saeid Doaei, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran Title:Weight loss is a mind game Ruxandra Ana Maria Dzubaila,Romania Title: Technology Assessment of Non Invasive Methods in Obesity: LPG, Cavitation, Ultracounter Reza Moeineddin, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran Title: Short term Result of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Rohit Kumar, International Modern Hospital, Dubai, U.A.E Day 2 November 14, 2017 Introduction Title: Diagnostic Accuracy of Body Mass Index (BMI) to Identify Obesity in Saudi Adult Population in a Community Based Setting Muath Alammar,King Faisal Spicialist Hospital & Research Center, Riyadh, KSA Title: Waist Circumference: an anthropometric parameter for evaluating the obesity related pregnancy outcome Smiti Nanda, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India Obesity and Overweight l Pharmacology and Obesity l Obesity- Health Risks l Bariatric Surgery- Advantages & Complications Obesity during Pregnancy- Health complications Chair : Not Decided Co-Chair : Not Decided Title: Can psychobiotics intake modulate psychological profile, and body composition of women affected by normal weight obese syndrome and obesity? An interventional study. Antonino De Lorenzo, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Italy
Title: Non invasive fat reduction methods compared to conventional weight loss methods on the anthropometric parameters Parisa Nejati, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran Poster Presentations Lunch Break Title: FTO gene affects obesity and breast cancer through similar mechanisms: A new insight into the molecular therapeutic targets Maryam Gholamalizadeh, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Title: Are Technology Based Interventions Positively Effecting Weight Loss and Health Promotion? Meaghan O Connell, Massacusettes College of Pharmcy and Health Sciences, Boston Award Ceremony Day 3 November 15, 2017 Introduction Title: Maternal self-efficacy and feeding practices in children aged 3-6 years Maryam Gholamalizadeh, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Title: Indicators for success of obesity reduction programs in adolescents: body composition and Body Mass Index: evaluating a school-based health promotion project in Iran after 12 weeks of intervention Saeid Doaei, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran Title: Nanosized Soy Phytosome-Based Thermogel Formulation for Treatment of Obesity, Characterization and In Vivo Evaluation Nermeen M. Abd El-Sater, Nahda University Beni-Suef, Egypt
Diabetic & Endocrine Disorders l Endocrinal & Hormonal Obesity l Yoga and Naturopathy l Statistical & Clinical analysis Control & Prevention of Obesity Liposuction & advanced weight loss treatments Exercise and lifestyle changes Current research on Obesity Chair : Not Decided Co-Chair : Not Decided Poster Presentations Lunch Break Title: FTO gene affects obesity and breast cancer through similar mechanisms: A new insight into the molecular therapeutic targets Maryam Gholamalizadeh, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. Title: Clinical Outcome Measures for Monitoring Physical Function in Pediatric Obesity: An Integrative Review Ryan Mahaffey, St Mary s University Twickenham, London, UK Title: Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Life Style Modification In The Management Of Hypertension Md Zahid Hasan Khan,Master of Public Health, Nothern University Bangladesh Title: Intraoperative, Early and Late complications of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Rohit Kumar, International Modern Hospital, Dubai, U.A.E Award and Closing Ceremony Note: Tentative Program has been designed with the projected Speakers Names and Titles. This is not a Final Program and dates and timings in this Program are subject to change
Registration Information How to Register Website: registration.php Registration Fees FEES Early Fee On or before April 30, 2017 Standard Fee On or after April 4, 2017 Only Registration $ 699 $ 799 Registration + 3 Night Accommodation $ 1149 $ 1249 Young Researchers Forum $ 599 $ 699 Student Registration $ 349 $ 399 Exhibitor $ 1599 $ 1699 Student Delegate $ 299 $399 Cancellation Policy Cancellations must be received in writing 60 days prior to the meeting and are subject to a $100 processing fee. Refunds will not be granted after Oct 13, 2017, nor will they be given for no-shows. Please email cancellations to obesity@healthconferences.org Accommodations To make reservations and ensure that you will have a hotel room at the same location as the conference, please choose your package and register at registration.php Payments We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and checks. If paying by credit card, please utilize our online registration site located at registration.php If you wish to pay by check, please obesity@healthconferences.org For more information: Questions? Contact 1-650-889-4686 or inquiries: obesity@healthconferences.org
Cancellation Policy Cancellations must be received in writing 60 days prior to the meeting and are subject to a $100 processing fee. Refunds will not be granted after Oct 13, 2017, nor will they be given for no-shows. Please email cancellations to obesity@healthconferences.org Accommodations To make reservations and ensure that you will have a hotel room at the same location as the conference, please choose your package and register at registration.php Payments We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and checks. If paying by credit card, please utilize our online registration site located at registration.php If you wish to pay by check, please obesity@healthconferences.org For more information: Questions? Contact 1-650-889-4686 or inquiries: obesity@healthconferences.org Stay Connected Before, During and After the Event!
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