Patient-Centered Weight Management: The Six Factor Professional Program and Toolkit - Softcover

Robert F. Kushner; Nancy Kushner

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0880912804 ISBN 13: 9780880912808

Publisher: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 2025

Synopsis

Unlock the future of obesity care with Patient-Centered Weight Management: The Six Factor Professional Program and Toolkit.

Written by a world-renowned obesity medicine expert, this comprehensive guide is carefully crafted for clinicians to enhance their understanding and practice of weight management using the revolutionary Six Factor approach to identifying and solving each individual’s weight loss challenges. Registered dietitian nutritionists, physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, health psychologists, exercise specialists, and bariatric surgeons will find the program suited for both in-person or telehealth visits, including for patients on antiobesity medications.

Part I delves into the latest scientific insights on obesity, exploring its multifaceted causes and the critical role of personalized care. Learn about the power of phenotyping and the cognitive-behavioral principles that are often overlooked in traditional obesity care. Get practical guidance on counseling techniques, including how to conduct a weight management focused visit and applying shared decision making in helping patients achieve success.

Part II introduces the innovative Six Factor Professional Program for delivering efficient, patient-centered care. With the scientifically validated Six Factor Questionnaire and a suite of turnkey resources, clinicians can effectively address individual weight management challenges. A chapter is devoted to each of the Six Factor types, providing detailed strategies and tools for translating evidence-based care into actionable steps for patients.

Part III offers a suite of downloadable, turnkey education materials (in English and Spanish), including 5 assessment tools and 30 treatment handouts. Use these counseling aids to help patients modify diet, physical activity, health behaviors, and mindset to achieve better health and weight management outcomes.

Whether you're integrating this program with pharmacotherapy, bariatric surgery, or an interdisciplinary team approach, this book is an essential companion in revolutionizing weight management care and outcomes.

About this title

About the Authors

Dr. Kushner, a trailblazer in obesity medicine, combines over 40 years of experience with a passionate desire to teach present and future clinicians. As a founder, innovator, researcher, educator, and author, he is known for his expertise in sharing both the science and art of patient-centered weight management.

Nancy Kushner is a dedicated nurse practitioner and writer who seamlessly blends her dual passions for healthcare and writing to advocate for the transformative power of a healthy lifestyle.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0880912804
• ISBN 13: 9780880912808
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 210