Dear Members,
The Society for Obesity and Metabolic Stuides (SOMS), an official member of the World Obesity Federation (WOF), is hosting an online panel discussion on obesity awareness in recognition of World Obesity Day (March 4, 2025).
This session will serve as a meaningful opportunity to reexamine societal and medical perspectives on obesity and explore effective strategies for its prevention and treatment.
We sincerely invite you to participate in this important discussion.

📌 Event Details & Access Information

Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM h4 1:30 PM (KST)
Format: Online (ZOOM)
ZOOM Meeting Link https://cha-ac-kr.zoom.us/j/5154679172?pwd=M05tODJrbDhQVzk5d0M2L3hETS9SUT09 (Meeting ID: 515 467 9172 / Password: 1111)

📌 Agenda

Moderator: Pf. Young-Sang Kim
Opening Remarks h4 Insights into Obesity Awareness as a WOF Member Society (Pf. Kyungkon Kim)
The Need for Terminological Revisions in Obesity (Pf. Jonggu Kim)
The Importance of Obesity Awareness Surveys Among Healthcare Professionals and the Public (Pf. Yoojin Kwon)
Exercise Therapy for Obesity Prevention and Key Barriers (Pf. Jisoo Kim)
Clinical Efficacy and Significance of Behavioral Therapy (Pf. Sunhyun Kim)
Closing Remarks h4 Strategic Directions for Obesity Management in Recognition of World Obesity Day (Pf. Young-Sang Kim)

We look forward to your participation. Thank you.