Harvard Diabetes and Obesity: Caring for the Whole Patient 2025
A comprehensive Harvard course focused on the integrated care of patients with diabetes and obesity, helping clinicians address metabolic disease through evidence-based assessment, lifestyle care, medication strategies, technology, procedural therapies, comorbidity management, and whole-person patient support.
Course Details:
Harvard Diabetes and Obesity: Caring for the Whole Patient 2025 is a 3-day recorded course designed to help clinicians manage diabetes and obesity together, with a holistic approach to metabolic health, comorbidities, treatment selection, patient engagement, and long-term outcomes.
Focus: Type 2 diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, cancer and metabolic disease, nutrition, meal timing, vitamin D, obesity medications, gut hormone drugs, GLP-1 RA, GIP/GLP-1 therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, side effect counseling, sleep, MASLD, PCOS, healthcare disparities, depression, atypical diabetes, lipodystrophy, hypoglycemia, CGM, wearable devices, automated insulin delivery, adherence, motivational interviewing, metabolic surgery, non-surgical metabolic procedures, and post-bariatric care.
About This Course
Diabetes and obesity are deeply connected clinical conditions that require more than isolated treatment plans. Effective care must address metabolic risk, nutrition, physical activity, medications, comorbidities, technology, behavioral support, patient engagement, and equitable access to care.
This course is designed to help clinicians care for the whole patient by combining the latest evidence in diabetes and obesity with practical case discussions, expert panels, treatment strategies, and real-world patient counseling approaches.
The program provides a deep review of metabolic disease care, including current and emerging therapies, obesity medication use, incretin-based therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, diabetes technology, metabolic surgery, and multidisciplinary strategies to support patients with complex needs.
Why Choose This Course
- Harvard 2025 course focused on caring for patients with both diabetes and obesity
- Includes 60 videos and 46 PDF files with a total size of 14.2 GB
- 3-day deep dive into metabolic health, comorbidities, medications, procedures, and behavior change
- Covers GLP-1 RA, GIP/GLP-1 therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, obesity medications, diabetes technology, CGM, and automated insulin delivery
- Reviews cardiovascular disease, kidney disorders, MASLD, PCOS, sleep, depression, cancer, disparities, and atypical diabetes
- Includes procedural therapies such as metabolic surgery, non-surgical metabolic procedures, and post-bariatric management
- Designed for primary care physicians, endocrinologists, diabetologists, nephrologists, cardiologists, bariatric surgeons, pediatricians, internists, dieticians, nutritionists, nurses, NPs, PAs, and social workers
Core Learning Areas
Metabolic Disease Foundations
Diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, cancer and metabolic disease, body weight regulation, and holistic therapeutic planning.
Nutrition & Lifestyle Care
Nutrition prescriptions, ultra-processed foods, vitamin D, meal timing, behavioral modification, motivational interviewing, and patient engagement.
Medications & Technology
GLP-1 RA, GIP/GLP-1 therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, obesity medications, side effect counseling, CGM, wearables, and automated insulin delivery.
Procedural & Whole-Patient Care
Metabolic surgery, non-surgical metabolic procedures, post-bariatric care, depression, disparities, sleep, MASLD, PCOS, and long-term adherence.
Complete Curriculum
- The nature of body weight: what clinicians must know
- Understanding the link between obesity and type 2 diabetes
- Cardiovascular disease in obesity and type 2 diabetes
- The spectrum of kidney disorders in obesity and diabetes
- Cancer and metabolic disease
- Bringing knowledge to the bedside for patients with diabetes, obesity, and major comorbidities
- Whole-patient care models for complex metabolic disease
- Ultra-processed foods and their role in healthy eating patterns
- The nutrition prescription for people living with diabetes and obesity
- Update on vitamin D and disease prevention in obesity
- Meal timing and metabolic control
- Behavioral modification strategies across care settings
- Family, community, and systems-level approaches to metabolic health
- Practical lifestyle counseling for long-term patient support
- Why, when, and how obesity medications should be prescribed
- Exploration of gut hormone drugs: current status and pipeline
- GLP-1 RA and GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists for metabolic control and risk reduction
- SGLT2 inhibitors for metabolic control and risk reduction
- Personalizing medication strategies for diabetes and obesity
- Combining therapies for improved metabolic outcomes
- Case-based medication selection and clinical decision-making
- Practical counseling before starting GLP-1 RA and related drugs
- Fatigue, gastroparesis, wrinkles, and other patient concerns
- Incretin therapies and the pancreas: evidence review and practical points
- The thyroid and incretin therapies: what is known and unknown
- Urination, dehydration, and infection counseling for SGLT2 inhibitors
- Risk-benefit conversations for metabolic medications
- Improving medication adherence through patient education
- Obesity and type 2 diabetes assessment
- Effective use of cardiovascular imaging to evaluate cardiovascular risk
- Evaluating sleep, obesity, and diabetes
- MASLD screening and treatment updates
- Polycystic ovary syndrome in obesity: diagnosis and management pearls
- Comprehensive multimorbidity evaluation
- Identifying what not to miss in comorbidities and phenotypes
- Addressing healthcare disparities in diabetes and obesity care
- The role of racial disparities in outcomes and how to address them in the clinic
- Depression in obesity and diabetes
- Weight impact of medications commonly prescribed in metabolic disease care
- Equitable care with respect to race, ethnicity, gender, disability status, sexual preference, and gender orientation
- Expanded perspectives in caring for the whole patient
- Building inclusive, patient-centered metabolic disease care plans
- Recognizing atypical diabetes
- Lipodystrophy: how to recognize it in clinical practice
- Double diabetes: type 1 diabetes with overlap features of type 2 diabetes
- Hypoglycemia evaluation and management
- Recognizing and assessing unique metabolic presentations
- Using clinical patterns to guide diagnosis and treatment
- Case-based problem solving for challenging diabetes and obesity presentations
- Wearable devices to achieve clinical targets
- Professional CGM in the office to identify important glycemic patterns
- Self-management with CGM and selecting the right patient for benefit
- Automated insulin delivery and the current technology landscape
- Using technology to support personalized diabetes care
- Interpreting glucose data for clinical decision-making
- Technology-enhanced patient engagement and self-management
- The continuum of obesity and type 2 diabetes: revisiting treatment goals
- Selecting therapy for people with diabetes
- Adherence to therapy in chronic disease
- Remote engagement and medication adherence
- Online weight management programs and patient-provider engagement
- Motivational interviewing workshop for activating behavior change
- Setting realistic expectations and building sustainable treatment plans
- Effects of metabolic surgeries on obesity and diabetes
- Current state of non-surgical metabolic procedures
- Patient selection and the perioperative process for metabolic surgery
- Procedural approaches to metabolic conditions
- Postoperative nutritional management
- Glycemic challenges after metabolic surgery
- Addressing post-bariatric weight regain and long-term management challenges
Learning Objectives
- Review and interpret up-to-date literature relevant to diabetes, obesity, and metabolic disease care
- Apply current and recommended guidelines in clinical practice
- Perform up-to-date techniques to diagnose complex clinical problems in diabetes and obesity
- Identify and integrate current therapeutic options for obesity and diabetes
- Use lifestyle, nutrition, behavioral, pharmacologic, technology-based, and procedural strategies in patient care
- Counsel patients about GLP-1 RA, GIP/GLP-1 therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, and obesity medications
- Evaluate comorbidities including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, MASLD, sleep disorders, PCOS, depression, and cancer risk
- Apply CGM, wearable devices, and automated insulin delivery concepts to diabetes management
- Assess procedural treatment options including metabolic surgery and non-surgical metabolic procedures
- Deliver equitable, whole-person care across diverse patient populations
Who Should Take This Course
This course is designed for primary care physicians, endocrinologists, diabetologists, nephrologists, cardiologists, bariatric surgeons, pediatricians, internists, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, dieticians, nutritionists, social workers, and healthcare professionals involved in diabetes and obesity care.
It is especially useful for clinicians who manage patients with obesity, diabetes, cardiometabolic disease, kidney disease, liver disease, sleep disorders, PCOS, depression, bariatric surgery needs, or complex metabolic comorbidities.
Delivery & Access
Recorded Course
Review the diabetes and obesity sessions at your own pace.
Complete Package
Includes 60 videos and 46 PDF files.
2025 Edition
Updated whole-patient diabetes and obesity care content.
Support
Reviews
Dr. Sarah Thompson
A highly practical course with a comprehensive approach to diabetes and obesity management.
Dr. Emily Patel
The behavioral modification and whole-patient care discussions are especially helpful for daily practice.
Dr. Kevin Smith
Excellent review of modern therapies, comorbidities, technology, and procedural options for metabolic disease.
FAQ
Who is this course best suited for?
This course is best suited for primary care physicians, endocrinologists, diabetologists, nephrologists, cardiologists, bariatric surgeons, pediatricians, internists, nurses, NPs, PAs, dieticians, nutritionists, social workers, and clinicians involved in metabolic disease care.
What is included in the course package?
The package includes 60 videos and 46 PDF files with a total size of 14.2 GB.
What topics are covered?
Topics include diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, nutrition, meal timing, vitamin D, obesity medications, gut hormone drugs, GLP-1 RA, GIP/GLP-1 therapies, SGLT2 inhibitors, side effect counseling, sleep, MASLD, PCOS, depression, healthcare disparities, atypical diabetes, lipodystrophy, hypoglycemia, CGM, wearable devices, automated insulin delivery, adherence, motivational interviewing, metabolic surgery, non-surgical procedures, and post-bariatric care.
Is this course practical for clinical diabetes and obesity care?
Yes. The course focuses on real-world assessment, treatment selection, patient counseling, technology use, behavior change, procedural care, and long-term management of patients with diabetes and obesity.
Is this a recorded course?
Yes. This product is provided as recorded course access so you can review the material at your own pace.
Does this course include CME or a certificate?
No. CME credits and certificates are not included with this course package.
Who can I contact for support?
You can contact support at [email protected].
Dr. Sarah Thompson, Endocrinology –
“This course was incredibly informative! The comprehensive approach to diabetes and obesity management is exactly what we need in today’s healthcare landscape.”
Dr. Emily Patel, Nutrition –
“I found the discussions on behavioral modification techniques particularly helpful. The course materials being available on Google Drive made it easy to review.”
Dr. Thomas Lee, Research Scientist –
“Having the peak loaded on Google Drive made it easy to access all the materials. This course is a fantastic investment in professional development.”
Dr. Lisa Nguyen, Nutrition Science –
“The course was a perfect blend of theory and practical application. I highly recommend it to my colleagues.”
Dr. Kevin Smith, Internal Medicine –
“The course provided a wealth of knowledge that I can use in my practice. I especially liked the case studies presented.”
Dr. Sarah Johnson, Family Practice –
“The focus on community health and patient-centered care was refreshing. I will definitely apply what I learned.”
Dr. Natalie Clark, Public Health –
“I felt motivated after completing this course. The passion of the speakers was contagious!”
Dr. Matthew Brown, Bariatric Surgery –
“This course is a valuable resource for healthcare providers. The materials are comprehensive and well-organized.”
Dr. Julia Patel, Endocrinology –
“The interactive sessions were fantastic! It was great to engage with experts and ask questions in real-time.”
Dr. Christopher White, Cardiology –
“The insights on cardiovascular risks associated with obesity were particularly enlightening. Highly recommend this course!”
Dr. Rachel Adams, Diabetes Education –
“I appreciated the emphasis on equitable care. This course is a must for anyone involved in managing metabolic diseases.”
Dr. David Wong, Geriatrics –
“The course was well-structured and engaging. The focus on holistic care for patients with diabetes and obesity is essential.”
Dr. Angela Rivera, Clinical Research –
“The variety of topics covered was impressive. I left feeling empowered to make a difference in my patients’ lives.”
Dr. Robert Garcia, Obesity Medicine –
“The course provided practical strategies that I can implement in my practice immediately. Plus, the peak being available on Google Drive is a fantastic resource.”
Dr. Laura Kim, Pediatric Endocrinology –
“The expert panels were a highlight. I loved that I could revisit the sessions anytime since the peak is loaded on Google Drive.”
Dr. James Lee, Family Medicine –
“This course exceeded my expectations! The integration of diabetes and obesity care is crucial, and having the peak loaded on Google Drive allows for flexible learning.”
Dr. Michael Chen, Internal Medicine –
“The faculty were exceptional, and the content was relevant and up-to-date. I appreciated that the peak is loaded on Google Drive for easy access.”