American Board of Obesity Medicine

05/07/2026

Huge congratulations to Dr. Wayne English, former ABOM board chair and all-around amazing human being, on this tremendous honor from the ASMBS - The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. ABOM is so grateful to Dr. English for his significant contributions to our organization and the field of overall.

05/06/2026

"About 1/3 of pediatric patients in my clinic have obesity. I serve in a state where there is limited access to health care and few resources. Being able to provide care for these patients will help to serve my patients and community better."

05/04/2026

You can set up your profile in ABOM’s application portal at any time. If you’re considering taking the 2026 exam, now is the time to set up your profile: https://abom.learningbuilder.com

04/29/2026

"I have always had an interest in obesity medicine. Certification allows me to expand my practice to engage in evidence-based obesity treatments and consult as an investigator in obesity research trials."

04/22/2026

"As an internist working in various settings like primary care, hospitalist, and nursing homes, I have encountered patients of all age ranges struggling with obesity. I want to be better equipped to offer evidence-based obesity treatment for my patients."

04/21/2026

Upcoming webinar highlights the joint expert guidance statement on pharmacological management of adults with obesity from The Obesity Society, Obesity Medicine Association, and Obesity Action Coalition. Registration is open now for the event on April 27.

One week away! Join The Obesity Society, Obesity Medicine Association, and Obesity Action Coalition on April 27 at 7:30 pm ET for a free webinar on the development of the new joint expert guidance for obesity pharmacotherapy.

Hear directly from the authors about how the rigorous GRADE approach shaped recommendations for the pharmacological management of adults with overweight or obesity in the United States—and what it means for clinical practice.

Gain practical insights, evidence-based takeaways, and join the live Q&A.

🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/kTab50YN9zA

04/20/2026

You can save $250 if your ABOM exam application is submitted, approved, and paid by the early deadline of July 10.

Learn more and apply today: https://www.abom.org

04/15/2026

"Obesity is a deeply personal issue for me—several of my family members have struggled with it, and I’ve seen firsthand how it impacts their lives. In my work as an emergency medicine doctor, I often encounter the serious consequences of obesity, and it’s clear to me that tackling this issue is one of the most meaningful ways to help people improve their health. By gaining this certification, I hope to make a difference in my patients' lives, addressing not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of so many chronic conditions."

04/08/2026

"As a fellowship-trained breast surgical oncologist, I care for patients across the breast cancer care continuum.Through this work, I have witnessed firsthand the profound impact of obesity on breast cancer risk, surgical outcomes, treatment complexity, recurrence risk, and overall health outcomes. My decision to [certify] stems from a desire to offer more holistic, patient-centered care. I am especially motivated to address obesity as a modifiable risk factor—not only to optimize preoperative outcomes but also to empower patients to reduce their long-term cancer risk and improve their overall well-being."

04/03/2026

ABOM Board Member Dr. Kristina Henderson Lewis and Diplomate Dr. Melanie Jay recently talked to the New York Times about Eli Lilly’s newly-approved GLP-1 pill.

Read the article here: https://nyti.ms/4m6AbNn

The drug, made by Eli Lilly, could offer a more convenient option for patients who want to avoid injections.

04/02/2026

More than 500 surgeons are already certified in . If you are a bariatric surgeon interested in learning more about how the field can complement your current practice, this is a great starting point.

Preparing for the ABOM exam is about more than studying. It is about building confidence in your knowledge and strengthening your role in obesity care.

This interactive, in-person session at ASMBS Annual Meeting 2026 reinforces the most complex and high-yield topics from the 2025 ABOM Test Content Outline. Building on the upcoming on-demand prep series in the ASMBS Learning Management System, it offers a focused opportunity to deepen your understanding, ask questions, and engage directly with experts: https://buff.ly/s5pxc8q

Add this session to your agenda!

04/01/2026

"I have chosen ABOM certification to optimize the practice of obesity medicine for my primary care patients and to develop the knowledge and skills required to practice as an obesity medicine physician in the changing landscape of medicine in the United States. I want to prevent weight-related complications for every one of my patients and improve quality of life."
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