20:00 - 20:10 Welcome Address & Learning Objectives Review obesity as a chronic disease. Discuss the stigma surrounding overweight and obesity. Neda Nasseri Pharmacist, Member of the Advisory Committee, Obesity Matters 20:10 - 20:30 Childhood Obesity Analyzing the relationship between childhood obesity and future risks of gynecologic cancer. Learning Objectives: Discuss childhood obesity and its underlying pathophysiology. Examine the importance of childhood obesity prevention and its impact on adult health, particularly cancer incidence. Review treatment goals and challenges for childhood obesity. Explain available therapeutic approaches. Julie St-Pierre Pediatrician, Maison de Santé Prévention 20:30 - 20:50 Impact of Obesity on Oncologic Treatments for Gynecologic Cancer Patients Evaluating the complexities and challenges of performing gynecologic oncology surgeries on patients with obesity. Learning Objectives: Examine pre-, intra-, and postoperative challenges associated with increased BMI. Identify strategies to improve the safety of surgical care for patients with high BMI. Discuss medical/systemic treatments and their adaptations for routine care in patients with obesity. Susie Lau – Gynecologic Oncologist, McGill University Health Centre Laurence Bernard – Gynecologic Oncologist, McGill University Health Centre 20:50 - 21:10 Medical Treatment in Adulthood Assessing the effectiveness of medical interventions for obesity and their implications for gynecologic oncology. Learning Objectives: Explore the link between obesity and gynecologic cancers. Define the role of obesity treatment in cancer survivorship and associated controversies. Provide an overview of obesity treatment options for patients in Canada. Marie-Hélène Auclair – Gynecologic Oncologist 21:10 - 21:35 Q&A Session