Obesity & Non-communicable Diseases Forum
Obesity & Non-Communicable Diseases: Addressing The Epidemic
Through Science, Fitness, And Behavior Modification
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
8:00 am: Registration, Continental Breakfast & Introductions ö 8:30 am - 12:00 noon: Program
University of North Florida – University Center
3 CME Credits ö No Charge ö Priority Registration for DCMS Members
Parking and directions will be sent with registration confirmation
This forum is sponsored by the Duval County Medical Society, the UNF Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy, and the Duval County Health Department.
PROGRAM
Welcome & Introductions
Yank D. Coble, Jr., MD, MACE, MACP, Director,
UNF Center for Global Health and Medical Diplomacy
Glenn W. Knox, MD, FACS, President, Duval County Medical Society
Plenary Session I: The Emerging Global Health Crisis
Moderator: John M. Montgomery, MD, MPH, DCMS Immediate Past President
Analyzing and Understanding the Epidemic - AMA Perspectives: Jeremy A. Lazarus, MD, AMA Speaker of the House
Global Initiatives Regarding the Epidemic of Non-communicable Diseases: Georges C. Benjamin, MD, FACP, FACEP (E), Executive Director, American Public Health Association
Academic Perspectives – Training Healthcare Professionals to Address the Epidemic: Robert G. Brooks, MD, MBA, Assoc. Dean for Health Affairs, FSU College of Medicine, and Former Secretary, Florida Dept. of Health
Panel Discussion – Q&A
Plenary Session II: Obesity
and Fitness – Addressing the
Epidemic
Moderator:
Pam Chally, PhD, Dean, UNF Brooks College of Health
Public Health and Local Community Perspectives: Robert G. Harmon, MD, MPH, Director, Duval County Health Dept.
Fostering a Healthy Beginning for Healthy Living - The Medical Perspective: Donald E. George, MD, Pediatrician, Nemours Children's Clinic, and DCHD Childhood Obesity Prevention Policy Development Workgroup Co-Chair
Panel Discussion – Q&A
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Joint Sponsorship Accreditation Statement This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the essential areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of St. Vincent’s Medical Center and the Duval County Medical Society. St. Vincent’s Medical Center is accredited by the Florida Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.St. Vincent’s Medical Center designates this educational activity for a maximum of 3 AMA PRA Category 1 credits TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in this activity. |
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