“Obesity is defined by a body mass index above the 95th percentile,” said Ihuoma Eneli, professor of pediatrics and head of the section of nutrition at the University of Colorado. “We always treat obesity as part of a whole-child approach, and that means you look at the child physically, psychologically, the environment, and social drivers of health. With shared decision-making, that helps you make your decision whether you do obesity medications or not.”
Jaime Moore, a physician researcher at the University of Colorado and Children’s Hospital Colorado, noted that prior lifestyle intervention and patient interest are essential factors.