| Our Vision
To advance the science-based understanding of the causes, consequences, prevention and treatment of obesity in order to improve the lives iof those affected by creating the leading professional society in the field.
Our Mission Statement
Through research, education and advocacy, to better understand, prevent, and treat obesity and improve the lives of those affected.
Our Values
The Obesity Society is committed to improving the lives of those with obesity, nurturing careers of obesity scientists and practitioners and promoting the interdisciplinary nature oif obesity research, management and education. In sodoing, The Obesity Society, its members and staff pledge to uphold:
- Compassion: For the lives and situations of those living with obesity.
- Responsibility: For advocacy, treatment and investigation, all working toward a cure for obesity.
- Respect: For each other and all who are touched by obesity.
- Progress: For furthering knowledge about obesityusing appropriate scientific standards.
- Mentorship: For helping, teaching and supporting our colleagues.
- Highest Ethical Standards: For all our actions, writings, programs, and services.
Our Members
In 2007, The Obesity Society's membership reached 2,000 basic and clinical researchers, who have published extensively, and care providers in obesity treatment and prevention.
Our Journal
The Obesity Society's official journal, Obesity,
is the leading journal in the field. It
is intended to increase knowledge, stimulate research and promote better
treatment for people with obesity. The journal publishes original scientific
articles, as well as relevant review articles, commentaries, and public
health and medical news.
Our Programs
For information on the full range of The Obesity Society's programs and services, please
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